check before: 2025-09-01
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Fabric, Power BI
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Online, World tenant
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Change type:
Feature update, User impact
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Summary:
Microsoft Fabric will introduce multitasking improvements in early September 2025, including horizontal tabs, multiple open workspaces with color coding, an Object Explorer, and a raised open item limit. These changes enhance workflow efficiency and apply only to Fabric, not Power BI. No action is needed now.
Details:
Introduction
We're introducing new multitasking enhancements in Microsoft Fabric to help users work more efficiently across complex workflows. These updates improve navigation, context awareness, and workspace management-making the experience smoother, faster, and more intuitive.
When this will happen
Public Preview (Worldwide): Rollout begins early September 2025 and is expected to complete by mid-September 2025.
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Created:
2025-09-10
updated:
2025-09-10
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summary for non-techies**
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User Interface Changes
The introduction of horizontal tabs and multiple open workspaces may confuse users who are accustomed to the current interface, leading to potential inefficiencies during the transition period.
- roles: Data Analysts, Business Intelligence Developers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2025/09/01/coming-soon-multitasking-improvements-in-microsoft-fabric/
Increased Complexity in Workflow Management
With the addition of new features like Object Explorer and raised open item limits, users may struggle to adapt to the increased complexity, resulting in a temporary decline in productivity as they learn the new system.
- roles: Data Analysts, Project Managers
- references: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/blog/2025/09/01/coming-soon-multitasking-improvements-in-microsoft-fabric/
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explanation for non-techies**
Microsoft is rolling out some new features in Microsoft Fabric that aim to make multitasking easier and more efficient. Imagine your desk at work. Previously, you could only have ten documents open at once, and you had to shuffle them around constantly. Now, you can have more documents open at the same time, making it easier to switch between tasks without losing your place.
Think of horizontal tabs like the tabs on a filing cabinet. Each tab is clearly labeled, so you know exactly what you're working on and can switch between tasks quickly. This makes it easier to manage multiple projects without getting lost.
The ability to have multiple open workspaces is like having several desks in your office, each with its own set of tools and color-coded labels. This helps you keep different projects separate and organized, reducing the chance of mixing things up.
The Object Explorer is like a detailed map of your office. It shows you everything you have open across all your desks, so you can find what you need without wandering around.
These changes are specific to Microsoft Fabric and won't affect Power BI. There's nothing you need to do right now, but it's good to be aware of these upcoming enhancements to help streamline your workflow in the future.
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