Use example queries

In this article, you learn how to use example KQL queries to get an initial look at your data.

A query is a read-only request to process data and return results. The request is stated in plain text, using a data-flow model that is easy to read, author, and automate. Queries always run in the context of a particular table or database. At a minimum, a query consists of a source data reference and one or more query operators applied in sequence, indicated visually by the use of a pipe character (|) to delimit operators.

For more information on the Kusto Query Language, see Kusto Query Language (KQL) Overview.

To learn how to use example SQL queries, see Example SQL queries.

Prerequisites

• A workspace with a Microsoft Fabric-enabled capacity
• A KQL database with data

Query table

1. In the Explorer pane, select the More menu [...] on a desired table > Query table. Example queries run in the context of a selected table.

   

2. Select a single query to populate the Explore your data window. The query will automatically run and display results.

   

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