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How to use the Embed card in Microsoft Sway
Microsoft Sway

How to use the Embed card in Microsoft Sway

The Embed card in Sway allows you to add a wide range of media and interactive content to your presentation. Your Sway can include videos, audio, forms, maps, documents and ...
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How to use PowerPoint Animation like a pro
Microsoft PowerPoint

How to use PowerPoint Animation like a pro

The use of PowerPoint Animation can enhance a presentation by adding movement and visual interest to text, images and other elements. When used correctly, animations help draw attention to important ...
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How to create a OneNote Class Notebook
Microsoft OneNote

How to create a OneNote Class Notebook

OneNote is not just for business; it’s use in the classroom offers numerous benefits for both teachers and students. It acts as a versatile digital notebook, allowing teachers to organise ...
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How to add date based questions in Microsoft Forms
Microsoft Forms

How to add date based questions in Microsoft Forms

Microsoft Forms includes a variety of question types which help you collect information in different ways. Depending on the type of data you need, you can choose from options such ...
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How to bulk rename files in a folder (Windows 11)
Microsoft Windows

How to bulk rename files in a folder (Windows 11)

If you have dozens or even hundreds of files with generic file names such as IMG_0001, IMG_0002, and IMG_0003, renaming them one at a time can be a frustrating and ...
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How to set Out of Office in Outlook
Microsoft Outlook

How to set Out of Office in Outlook

There is nothing quite like the day before you’re about to head off on a well-earned break. You finish your last few tasks, tidy up your inbox, and get ready ...
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How to get separate Chats and Teams back in Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams

How to get separate Chat and Teams back in Microsoft Teams

For years, Microsoft Teams displayed Chat and Teams as separate icons in the app bar on the left side of the screen. Then Microsoft introduced a new experience that combined ...
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How to use Tags in OneNote
Microsoft OneNote

How to use Tags in OneNote

If you are using OneNote then you’ll know how quickly notebook can fill up with notes, project ideas, research, and to-do lists. This makes finding important information a challenge, but ...
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How to show duplicates in Excel
Microsoft Excel

How to show duplicates in Excel

A very common request in any of my Excel courses is “how to show duplicates in Excel”. When we are working with any data set you may need to be ...
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What is a paragraph mark in Word?
Microsoft Word

What is a paragraph mark in Word?

If you have ever opened a Word document and suddenly seen strange symbols like dots, arrows, or a backward “P” (¶), you are not alone. Today I want to introduce ...
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How to Duplicate a Plan in Microsoft Planner
Microsoft Planner

How to Duplicate a Plan in Microsoft Planner

Microsoft Planner is often used for recurring projects, team processes, onboarding tasks, event planning, and department workflows. Many teams get to the end of a project and then assume they ...
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How to make a timeline in PowerPoint
Microsoft PowerPoint

How to make a timeline in PowerPoint

Timelines are a great way to show events, project stages, milestones, or important dates in a visual format. They can be useful in everything from a business presentation, training session, ...
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How to delay sending email in Outlook
Microsoft Outlook

How to delay sending email in Outlook

During a recent Outlook training session I was asked if it’s possible to delay sending an email? This question is a common one and is often followed by a story ...
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How to use the Group cards in Sway
Microsoft Sway

How to use the Group cards in Sway

The Group card provides a way to easily display a set of cards in a neatly organised way. There are five (5) different group types to choose from. You can ...
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How to add or remove members in Microsoft Planner
Microsoft Planner

How to add or remove members in Microsoft Planner

Managing members in Microsoft Planner is important to ensure the right people have access to your plan and can contribute effectively. Most plans in Microsoft Planner use a Microsoft 365 ...
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How to use Sections in Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams

How to use Sections in Microsoft Teams

If you’re anything like me, your Microsoft Teams list can start looking like a messy wardrobe with teams everywhere, channels scattered, and you can never find what you need when ...
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How to delete individual quiz responses in Microsoft Forms
Microsoft Forms

How to delete individual quiz responses in Microsoft Forms

When users, or “respondants” complete a quiz or survey using Microsoft Forms, the response is saved and can be viewed at any time. By default, each user is provided an ...
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How to rename a OneNote Notebook
Microsoft OneNote

How to rename a OneNote Notebook

I remember the first time I wanted to rename a notebook in OneNote, I thought it would be as simple as right-clicking and typing a new name. However working with ...
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How to remove a page break in Word
Microsoft Word

How to remove a page break in Word

Anyone who has had to work with a longer Word document will have encountered page breaks. A page break allows you to choose when a new page will begin. So ...
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How to show Hidden Files in Windows 11
Microsoft Windows

How to show Hidden Files in Windows 11

Sometimes when I am running a training session, I encounter technical issues with a participants computer. Because I have an IT background in network support, I am generally able to ...
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