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How to Use the Power Fx Text  Function in Power Apps

Understanding the Text Function

The Text function is used to convert a value into a text string. The basic syntax of the Text function is as follows:


Text( value, format )


The **value** parameter represents the value you want to convert to text. The **format** parameter is optional and represents the format in which you want the value to be displayed.

Formatting Text

The Text function provides several formatting options to help you display your text in a desired format. Some of the formatting options available are:

Number Formatting

You can use the Text function to format numbers in a desired format. For example, if you want to display a number with two decimal places, you can use the following formula:


Text( 123.456, “0.00” )


This will display the number as "123.46".

Date Formatting

The Text function can also be used to format dates in a desired format. For example, if you want to display a date in the format of "dd/mm/yyyy", you can use the following formula:


Text( DateValue( “10/01/2022” ), “dd/mm/yyyy” )


This will display the date as "10/01/2022".

Text Formatting

The Text function can also be used to format text in a desired format. For example, if you want to display text in all uppercase, you can use the following formula:


Text( “hello world”, Upper )


This will display the text as "HELLO WORLD".

Concatenating Text

The Text function can also be used to concatenate text strings. For example, if you have two text strings, "hello" and "world", and you want to concatenate them into one string, you can use the following formula:


Text( “hello” ) & ” ” & Text( “world” )


This will display the text as "hello world".

In conclusion, the Text function in Power Fx is a powerful tool that allows you to format and manipulate text strings within your Power Apps. With the ability to format numbers, dates, and text, you can display your data in a desired format. Additionally, the Text function can be used to concatenate text strings, making it easier to display data in a more user-friendly way. By understanding the Text function and its capabilities, you can enhance your Power Apps and provide a better user experience for your users.

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