Microsoft Power BI and OCR Space Integration

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How to connect Microsoft Power BI and OCR Space

Create a New Scenario to Connect Microsoft Power BI and OCR Space

In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step

Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Microsoft Power BI, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Microsoft Power BI or OCR Space will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Microsoft Power BI or OCR Space, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the Microsoft Power BI Node

Select the Microsoft Power BI node from the app selection panel on the right.

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Configure the Microsoft Power BI

Click on the Microsoft Power BI node to configure it. You can modify the Microsoft Power BI URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.

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Add the OCR Space Node

Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Microsoft Power BI node, select OCR Space from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within OCR Space.

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Authenticate OCR Space

Now, click the OCR Space node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your OCR Space settings. Authentication allows you to use OCR Space through Latenode.

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Configure the Microsoft Power BI and OCR Space Nodes

Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.

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Set Up the Microsoft Power BI and OCR Space Integration

Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:

  • Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
  • Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
  • Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
  • Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
  • Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
  • Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
  • Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
  • Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.
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Save and Activate the Scenario

After configuring Microsoft Power BI, OCR Space, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.

Test the Scenario

Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Microsoft Power BI and OCR Space integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Microsoft Power BI and OCR Space (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.

Most powerful ways to connect Microsoft Power BI and OCR Space

OCR Space + Google Sheets + Microsoft Power BI: Extracts text from scanned invoices using OCR Space. The extracted data is then added as a new row in a Google Sheet. Finally, the data from Google Sheets is used to update a Microsoft Power BI dashboard.

OCR Space + Airtable + Microsoft Power BI: Processes receipts using OCR Space to extract data. The extracted data is then used to create a new record in Airtable. Finally, the data from Airtable is used to update a Microsoft Power BI dashboard for expense reporting.

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About Microsoft Power BI

Use Power BI in Latenode to automate report generation and data analysis. Trigger report refreshes based on real-time events, then use Latenode to share insights across your team via Slack, email, or other apps. Automate your analytics pipeline and react faster, without manual Power BI updates. Latenode adds scheduling and distribution.

About OCR Space

Need to extract text from images or PDFs? Use OCR Space in Latenode to automatically process documents and integrate the data into your workflows. Automate invoice processing, data entry, or compliance checks. Latenode adds flexible logic, file parsing, and destinations to your OCR results, scaling beyond single-document processing.

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FAQ Microsoft Power BI and OCR Space

How can I connect my Microsoft Power BI account to OCR Space using Latenode?

To connect your Microsoft Power BI account to OCR Space on Latenode, follow these steps:

  • Sign in to your Latenode account.
  • Navigate to the integrations section.
  • Select Microsoft Power BI and click on "Connect".
  • Authenticate your Microsoft Power BI and OCR Space accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
  • Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.

Can I analyze scanned invoice data using Power BI and OCR Space integration?

Yes, you can! Latenode’s visual editor makes it easy to extract text from invoices with OCR Space, then seamlessly push that data to Microsoft Power BI for reporting and analysis, improving efficiency.

What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Microsoft Power BI with OCR Space?

Integrating Microsoft Power BI with OCR Space allows you to perform various tasks, including:

  • Automating data extraction from scanned documents into Power BI dashboards.
  • Creating reports based on data extracted from image-based PDFs.
  • Analyzing trends from scanned forms using Power BI's visualization tools.
  • Building custom dashboards with data sourced from OCR Space extractions.
  • Generating real-time insights from physical documents via automated workflows.

How do I handle errors when using Microsoft Power BI in Latenode?

Latenode provides robust error handling. Use "Error" branches to manage exceptions and ensure smooth workflow execution in Microsoft Power BI.

Are there any limitations to the Microsoft Power BI and OCR Space integration on Latenode?

While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:

  • Complex document layouts might require advanced OCR Space configuration.
  • Microsoft Power BI API limits can affect the frequency of data updates.
  • Large volumes of OCR requests may impact workflow execution time.

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