Data Types

Like any other software, Power Query supports different data types (formats) and provides a wide range of functions for modifying values based on their types. Power Query supports simple data types such as numbers, text, and time/date as well as complex data types like lists, tables, and binary. This chapter focuses on understanding the fundamental data types used in Power Query and their characteristics plus handling type conversions. By the end of this chapter, you will have a solid understanding of how to effectively manage and manipulate different data types within Power Query, setting the stage for more advanced data transformation and analysis in subsequent chapters.