Template apps vs Apps?

[alexbjorlig]

I'm sorry if this question has been asked many times, but I can't find any good posts.

Is there a difference between template apps and Apps in Power BI - or is it simply the same thing?

I have developed a custom data connector, and I'm now trying to figure out if a template app/app would be a good fit to distribute content (with data loaded from the custom data connector).

Thanks for the help in advance 🤓

[adwilliams]

hi @alexbjorlig , If you decided to go with a template app for distribution, did your app only contain a data connector or did you also have visuals included?

[v-yiruan-msft · Accepted solution]

Hi @alexbjorlig ，

You can get the answer about the difference between template app and apps from the below blog:

The New Template Apps In Power BI (check the part "Q&A")

Best Regards

[alexbjorlig]

Ok - so I understand the differens is related to where to developer of the app is (inside or outside the organization).