# 5. Conditional formatting

Conditional formatting in dashboards and reports is key to guiding users’ attention to specific performance areas. Compared to charts, tabular reports have higher information density, which makes conditional formatting a lot more useful.

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Conditional formatting can be used to highlight or emphasize specific records using color, icons, data bars, and other visual elements. In this section, we'll explore how to apply conditional formatting and manage conditional formatting rules.

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#### Resources

[5 ways to supercharge your Power BI Conditional Formatting](https://inforiver.com/blog/general/supercharge-power-bi-conditional-formatting/)