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10 steps to a PowerPoint countdown
Jun 2011
Here's a cool attention-grabber: a countdown to kick off your presentation or lead into a big announcement. This download includes a walk-through that explains how to create your own, along with...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 cool conditional formatting techniques: Excel demo files
Apr 2012
These sample Excel workbooks (xls and xlsx versions) illustrate the creative conditional formatting techniques described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
Five tips for lightning-fast formatting in Word
Aug 2011
No matter what kind of document you're working on, it will probably need some formatting. These shortcuts will help you zip through those tasks so you can concentrate on the content.This download...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
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Downloads
10 power tricks for using Word field switches
Apr 2011
With the right combination of fields and switches, you can build expressions that perform calculations, insert text, apply complex formatting, and take the dog for a walk (almost).This download is...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
Build a simple timesheet in Excel
Jan 2010
Excel makes it easy to set up a system for tracking time. This download includes a PDF explaining the steps (also available as an entry in our Microsoft Office blog) and a sample timesheet you can...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
Quickly export Outlook e-mail items to Excel
Oct 2008
Exporting e-mail messages from Outlook to Excel is easier than you might think. This technique uses sample VBA code to automate the process, allowing you to specify exactly which fields to...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
10 tips for summarizing Excel data: Demo files
Sep 2012
These sample Excel workbooks (xls and xlsx versions) illustrate the summarizing techniques described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 cool features to look forward to in Office 2010
Jul 2009
With the release of the Office 2010 Technical Preview, details are finally starting to roll in. Deb Shinder highlights some of the features she thinks might make the new version worth the...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Downloads
10 things you should know about deploying Office 365
Apr 2011
If you're gearing up for Office 365, you'll want to be prepared for some of the trickier aspects of deployment. Brien Posey looks at some of the requirements you should be aware of.This download...
Provided by Brien Posey
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Downloads
Five tips for enhancing Excel charts
Mar 2011
With a few simple tweaks, you can make your Excel charts easier to interpret and convey data in a more compelling and meaningful way.This download is also available as an entry in our Five Tips blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Book chapters
Dramatically improve your PowerPoint presentation by implementing professional design principles
Jan 2007
A good PowerPoint presentation often owes its success at least in part to its visual effectiveness. In this sample chapter from Solving the Powerpoint Predicament: Using Digital Media for...
Provided by Que Publishing
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Downloads
The 10 best ways to visually represent IT data
Apr 2011
The right chart, image, or diagram can be invaluable in clarifying and conveying IT information. The trick is finding the best tool to illustrate the specific concept or type of data you're...
Provided by Rick Vanover
-
Downloads
10 tools that simplify collaboration
Apr 2011
The key to collaborating effectively is to find tools that make working with others easy and efficient. Jack Wallen shares this list of tools that have greatly improved the collaborative process...
Provided by Jack Wallen
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Downloads
The top 10 Microsoft Office tips of 2009
Dec 2009
Time for that final look back at the year's most popular tips for each Office app. This collection features 10 of the most highly rated Office articles.For more great tips, be sure to visit our...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
10 ways to show off your data in Excel 2010
Dec 2010
Excel 2010 offers some nice enhancements for formatting your data, including sparklines, slicers, and icon sets. Katherine Murray explains how to put the new tools to work.This download is also...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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Downloads
10 things you should know about Word 2010's mail merge tools
Dec 2010
Word's mail merge process has traditionally been viewed as intimidating and complex. But once you master a few basics, you'll discover that Word's mail merge tools are straightforward and easy to...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 mistakes to avoid when working with multiple worksheets
Nov 2010
One of the best ways to boost your Excel efficiency is also one of the best ways to shoot yourself in the foot. Here are some pitfalls to watch out for when you're dealing with more than one...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
How do I... Export Outlook e-mail messages to Access using VBA?
Aug 2007
Exporting Outlook folders and their contents is a simple enough task most of the time. The Import And Export wizard handles the process nicely. But as easy as it is to use, the wizard is a...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
10 things you should know about printing labels in Word 2010
Dec 2010
You can save time (and stop wasting label sheets) if you master Word's tools for creating and printing labels. This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Katherine Murray
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Downloads
How do I... Create and format tables in Word 2007
May 2007
Take advantage of the Table features of Microsoft Word 2007 to create more compelling documents. This How do I... tutorial shows you how to navigate the new Ribbon interface to make it happen....
Provided by Mark W. Kaelin
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Downloads
10 steps to linking PowerPoint slides: Demo files
Apr 2013
These sample PowerPoint presentations (ppt and pptx versions) demonstrate the techniques described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 steps to creating a scrolling Excel chart: Demo files
Oct 2012
These sample Excel workbooks (xls and xlsx versions) illustrate the scroll bar technique described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 ways to make your pictures pop in Word 2010
Oct 2010
You don't have to be a design professional to produce stylish documents. Word 2010 offers built-in tools that make it easy to enhance your graphics with special effects and formatting.This...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 ways to reference Excel workbooks and sheets using VBA
Aug 2009
Excel offers myriad options for referring to workbooks and sheets in your VBA code. See which methods make sense in which situations.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 steps to adding a drop-down menu to a PowerPoint presentation
May 2010
With a little animation sleight of hand, you can create a menu that allows viewers to navigate a self-running slide show.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
Outlook 2010 includes some notable refinements
Aug 2009
The upcoming version of Outlook offers some useful capabilities, including conversation threading, Quick Steps, and enhanced contact and calendaring features.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Derek Schauland
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Downloads
How do I... Create holiday cards in Microsoft Word?
Nov 2007
Holiday greeting cards are a great way to recognize and remember business contacts, friends, and family that you'd rather not buy gifts for, but do want to wish a Merry Holiday and Happy New Year....
Provided by Nicole Bremer Nash
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Downloads
Create a custom letterhead template in Word
Jul 2008
Printing your own stationery can save you significant bucks -- you can print on an as-needed basis and make changes whenever you want without incurring any charges. Susan Harkins explains what you...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
10 SharePoint deployment challenges
Apr 2010
Managing a SharePoint deployment entails a number of issues you might not be expecting. Brien Posey runs through some of the most common gotchas.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Brien Posey
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Book chapters
Use SmartArt in PowerPoint 2007 to create a more polished and effective presentation
Feb 2007
Some of the coolest improvements in PowerPoint 2007 are related to the overhaul of its diagramming features, which now let you add much more than detailed diagrams and organization charts to...
Provided by Que Publishing
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Downloads
How do I... Create and manage PowerPoint table data?
Feb 2008
Tables are great for communicating and organizing data in a meaningful way. They're also efficient. However, in Microsoft PowerPoint, tables can be a bit troublesome because space is limited. Too...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
10+ ways to find out someone's e-mail address
Nov 2008
It would be nice if you could just pull out a directory and look up the e-mail address of anyone you wanted to contact. Unfortunately, a bit more resourcefulness is required. Here's an assortment...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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Downloads
10 steps to creating a custom list for sorting in Excel: Demo files
Feb 2013
These sample Excel workbooks (xls and xlsx versions) illustrate the custom sorting technique described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
Word 2010: Better design, more stability
Aug 2009
Get a quick peek at a few impending changes in Word, including a less cluttered Ribbon, improved performance, and the new Backstage feature.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Derek Schauland
-
Downloads
The 10 biggest Office 2010 annoyances
Jul 2010
Even when you like a software package, certain aspects of it may bug you. Deb Shinder shares her list of the most vexing Office 2010 features.This download is also available as an entry in our 10...
Provided by Deb Shinder
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Downloads
10 ways to control your Inbox in Outlook 2010
Aug 2010
You can prevail in the seemingly endless battle against email chaos -- it's just a matter of knowing which Outlook tools to use and how to set them up to fit your needs.This download is also...
Provided by Katherine Murray
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Tools & Templates
Multi-scenario savings calculator
Sep 2010
Regardless of what you're saving up for, a worksheet with relevant calculations will help you stay on top of your plan. Walk through this technique to create your own calculator -- or just use...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Book chapters
Use these tips and tricks to work more efficiently with documents in Microsoft Office Word 2007
Aug 2007
Working with documents in Microsoft Office Word 2007 doesn't just mean using the commands in the Office Menu. Word is full of tricks, shortcuts, and settings that can make working with documents...
Provided by Que Publishing
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Downloads
Create a Strikethrough shortcut in Word
Jul 2008
Applying the Strikethrough format to text in a Word document requires a trip to the Font dialog box -- which will get old in a hurry, if you use that format a lot. Taking a moment now to create a...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
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Downloads
Use PowerPoint's advanced animation to imply growth or movement
Dec 2008
You can make your PowerPoint presentations far more engaging with a little animation sleight of hand. Susan Harkins walks through the process and shares a sample presentation to demonstrate the...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 steps to linking PowerPoint slides: Demo files
Apr 2013
These sample PowerPoint presentations (ppt and pptx versions) demonstrate the techniques described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 steps to creating a custom list for sorting in Excel: Demo files
Feb 2013
These sample Excel workbooks (xls and xlsx versions) illustrate the custom sorting technique described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 steps to creating a simple break-even template in Excel: Demo files
Nov 2012
These sample Excel workbooks (xls and xlsx versions) illustrate the technique described in this 10 Things blog post.
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Downloads
10 steps to creating a scrolling Excel chart: Demo files
Oct 2012
These sample Excel workbooks (xls and xlsx versions) illustrate the scroll bar technique described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 tips for summarizing Excel data: Demo files
Sep 2012
These sample Excel workbooks (xls and xlsx versions) illustrate the summarizing techniques described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
Office 365 vs. Google Apps: Email and messaging comparison chart
Jun 2012
This chart compares the email and messaging features offered by Microsoft Office 365 and Google Apps to help you determine which (if either) suite meets your business needs. You can read the...
Provided by Ian Hardenburgh
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Downloads
10 cool conditional formatting techniques: Excel demo files
Apr 2012
These sample Excel workbooks (xls and xlsx versions) illustrate the creative conditional formatting techniques described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
Five tips for lightning-fast formatting in Word
Aug 2011
No matter what kind of document you're working on, it will probably need some formatting. These shortcuts will help you zip through those tasks so you can concentrate on the content.This download...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
-
Downloads
10 steps to a PowerPoint countdown
Jun 2011
Here's a cool attention-grabber: a countdown to kick off your presentation or lead into a big announcement. This download includes a walk-through that explains how to create your own, along with...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 power tricks for using Word field switches
Apr 2011
With the right combination of fields and switches, you can build expressions that perform calculations, insert text, apply complex formatting, and take the dog for a walk (almost).This download is...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about deploying Office 365
Apr 2011
If you're gearing up for Office 365, you'll want to be prepared for some of the trickier aspects of deployment. Brien Posey looks at some of the requirements you should be aware of.This download...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
The 10 best ways to visually represent IT data
Apr 2011
The right chart, image, or diagram can be invaluable in clarifying and conveying IT information. The trick is finding the best tool to illustrate the specific concept or type of data you're...
Provided by Rick Vanover
-
Downloads
10 tools that simplify collaboration
Apr 2011
The key to collaborating effectively is to find tools that make working with others easy and efficient. Jack Wallen shares this list of tools that have greatly improved the collaborative process...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
Five tips for enhancing Excel charts
Mar 2011
With a few simple tweaks, you can make your Excel charts easier to interpret and convey data in a more compelling and meaningful way.This download is also available as an entry in our Five Tips blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 tips for making a presentation more accessible to those with disabilities
Jan 2011
By making a few preparations, you can help ensure that your presentations are effective for audience members who have disabilities. Susan Harkins outlines several ways to keep their needs in...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about printing labels in Word 2010
Dec 2010
You can save time (and stop wasting label sheets) if you master Word's tools for creating and printing labels. This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about Word 2010's mail merge tools
Dec 2010
Word's mail merge process has traditionally been viewed as intimidating and complex. But once you master a few basics, you'll discover that Word's mail merge tools are straightforward and easy to...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 ways to show off your data in Excel 2010
Dec 2010
Excel 2010 offers some nice enhancements for formatting your data, including sparklines, slicers, and icon sets. Katherine Murray explains how to put the new tools to work.This download is also...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
The 10 most useful Gmail shortcuts
Dec 2010
If you're a keyboard fan, you may want to view Google's built-in list of seventy billion Gmail shortcuts. But if you're a keyboard fan with a lot of work to do, maybe this short list will be more...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
-
Downloads
10 ways OneNote 2010 can make you more productive
Nov 2010
Good ideas often get away from us because we don't have an easy way to record them, share them, or find them later. See how a few OneNote tricks can help you document, retrieve, and distribute all...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 mistakes to avoid when working with multiple worksheets
Nov 2010
One of the best ways to boost your Excel efficiency is also one of the best ways to shoot yourself in the foot. Here are some pitfalls to watch out for when you're dealing with more than one...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 reasons why Microsoft Office 365 rocks
Nov 2010
Office 365 is bringing together Microsoft's various online productivity tools, from email to Web Apps to communications services. Deb Shinder explains why she thinks this suite is a winner.This...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 ways to share your Word 2010 documents
Oct 2010
The need for collaboration technologies keeps growing, and Word 2010 includes a number of features that address that need. You might be surprised at how many ways there are to share your Word...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 ways to make your pictures pop in Word 2010
Oct 2010
You don't have to be a design professional to produce stylish documents. Word 2010 offers built-in tools that make it easy to enhance your graphics with special effects and formatting.This...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 things I can never find in PowerPoint 2007/2010
Oct 2010
If you're having trouble tracking down features you knew by heart in PowerPoint 2003, this list will help you zero in on the options that the newest versions have scattered among various tabs.This...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Tools & Templates
Multi-scenario savings calculator
Sep 2010
Regardless of what you're saving up for, a worksheet with relevant calculations will help you stay on top of your plan. Walk through this technique to create your own calculator -- or just use...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 ways to control your Inbox in Outlook 2010
Aug 2010
You can prevail in the seemingly endless battle against email chaos -- it's just a matter of knowing which Outlook tools to use and how to set them up to fit your needs.This download is also...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 things you can do with Office 2010 Web Apps
Jul 2010
According to early accounts, Microsoft's new Office 2010 Web Apps are definitely worth checking out. Here's a quick rundown of how you can put these free browser-based tools to work.This download...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
The 10 biggest Office 2010 annoyances
Jul 2010
Even when you like a software package, certain aspects of it may bug you. Deb Shinder shares her list of the most vexing Office 2010 features.This download is also available as an entry in our 10...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 things to keep in mind when you move a podium presentation to the Web
Jun 2010
Transitioning an in-person presentation to a Web meeting requires some planning and rethinking. Here are a few things to consider when you take a presentation online.This download is also...
Provided by Jeff Cerny
-
Downloads
10 steps to adding a gradient background to your Excel data points
Jun 2010
It's easy to turn an Excel chart into a visually compelling object. Susan Harkins walks through the steps for jazzing up data points with a simple formatting trick.This download is also available...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 steps to shading alternate rows in a filtered worksheet
Jun 2010
Excel makes it easy to set up patterned shading -- unless you filter your data. This slick workaround prevents the filter from disrupting your shading scheme.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 cool upcoming features in OpenOffice
Jun 2010
The latest release of OpenOffice is right around the corner, and it promises to close the gap on a lot of features found in rival apps. Here's what you have to look forward to.This download is...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
10 steps to adding a drop-down menu to a PowerPoint presentation
May 2010
With a little animation sleight of hand, you can create a menu that allows viewers to navigate a self-running slide show.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 SharePoint deployment challenges
Apr 2010
Managing a SharePoint deployment entails a number of issues you might not be expecting. Brien Posey runs through some of the most common gotchas.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
Build a simple timesheet in Excel
Jan 2010
Excel makes it easy to set up a system for tracking time. This download includes a PDF explaining the steps (also available as an entry in our Microsoft Office blog) and a sample timesheet you can...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
The top 10 Microsoft Office tips of 2009
Dec 2009
Time for that final look back at the year's most popular tips for each Office app. This collection features 10 of the most highly rated Office articles.For more great tips, be sure to visit our...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
Microsoft Excel 2010 introduces some solid enhancements
Nov 2009
Like the other Office 2010 apps, Excel doesn't offer any radical changes. But you'll find welcome improvements to existing features and a few cool new tools.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Derek Schauland
-
Downloads
Word 2010: Better design, more stability
Aug 2009
Get a quick peek at a few impending changes in Word, including a less cluttered Ribbon, improved performance, and the new Backstage feature.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Derek Schauland
-
Downloads
10 ways to reference Excel workbooks and sheets using VBA
Aug 2009
Excel offers myriad options for referring to workbooks and sheets in your VBA code. See which methods make sense in which situations.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 steps to a PowerPoint countdown
Jun 2011
Here's a cool attention-grabber: a countdown to kick off your presentation or lead into a big announcement. This download includes a walk-through that explains how to create your own, along with...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 steps to linking PowerPoint slides: Demo files
Apr 2013
These sample PowerPoint presentations (ppt and pptx versions) demonstrate the techniques described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
Build a simple timesheet in Excel
Jan 2010
Excel makes it easy to set up a system for tracking time. This download includes a PDF explaining the steps (also available as an entry in our Microsoft Office blog) and a sample timesheet you can...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
Five tips for enhancing Excel charts
Mar 2011
With a few simple tweaks, you can make your Excel charts easier to interpret and convey data in a more compelling and meaningful way.This download is also available as an entry in our Five Tips blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 steps to creating a custom list for sorting in Excel: Demo files
Feb 2013
These sample Excel workbooks (xls and xlsx versions) illustrate the custom sorting technique described in this 10 Things blog post.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
The top 10 Microsoft Office tips of 2009
Dec 2009
Time for that final look back at the year's most popular tips for each Office app. This collection features 10 of the most highly rated Office articles.For more great tips, be sure to visit our...
Provided by TechRepublic
-
Downloads
10 cool features to look forward to in Office 2010
Jul 2009
With the release of the Office 2010 Technical Preview, details are finally starting to roll in. Deb Shinder highlights some of the features she thinks might make the new version worth the...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about Microsoft Office Live Workspace
Aug 2009
If you need to store and share Office documents - but you don't want the cost or overhead of a technology such as SharePoint - Office Live Workspace may be the answer. Deb Shinder offers a look at...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
OneNote 2010 includes numerous improvements
Aug 2009
The upcoming new version of OneNote 2010 offers assorted enhancements, including its own Ribbon interface, page versioning, and handy shortcut menus. Here's a quick tour of what you can...
Provided by Derek Schauland
-
Downloads
Outlook 2010 includes some notable refinements
Aug 2009
The upcoming version of Outlook offers some useful capabilities, including conversation threading, Quick Steps, and enhanced contact and calendaring features.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Derek Schauland
-
Downloads
10 ways to reference Excel workbooks and sheets using VBA
Aug 2009
Excel offers myriad options for referring to workbooks and sheets in your VBA code. See which methods make sense in which situations.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
Word 2010: Better design, more stability
Aug 2009
Get a quick peek at a few impending changes in Word, including a less cluttered Ribbon, improved performance, and the new Backstage feature.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Derek Schauland
-
Downloads
Microsoft Excel 2010 introduces some solid enhancements
Nov 2009
Like the other Office 2010 apps, Excel doesn't offer any radical changes. But you'll find welcome improvements to existing features and a few cool new tools.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Derek Schauland
-
Downloads
10 SharePoint deployment challenges
Apr 2010
Managing a SharePoint deployment entails a number of issues you might not be expecting. Brien Posey runs through some of the most common gotchas.This download is also available as an entry in our...
Provided by Brien Posey
-
Downloads
10 steps to adding a drop-down menu to a PowerPoint presentation
May 2010
With a little animation sleight of hand, you can create a menu that allows viewers to navigate a self-running slide show.This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 cool upcoming features in OpenOffice
Jun 2010
The latest release of OpenOffice is right around the corner, and it promises to close the gap on a lot of features found in rival apps. Here's what you have to look forward to.This download is...
Provided by Jack Wallen
-
Downloads
10 steps to shading alternate rows in a filtered worksheet
Jun 2010
Excel makes it easy to set up patterned shading -- unless you filter your data. This slick workaround prevents the filter from disrupting your shading scheme.This download is also available as an...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 steps to adding a gradient background to your Excel data points
Jun 2010
It's easy to turn an Excel chart into a visually compelling object. Susan Harkins walks through the steps for jazzing up data points with a simple formatting trick.This download is also available...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 things to keep in mind when you move a podium presentation to the Web
Jun 2010
Transitioning an in-person presentation to a Web meeting requires some planning and rethinking. Here are a few things to consider when you take a presentation online.This download is also...
Provided by Jeff Cerny
-
Downloads
The 10 biggest Office 2010 annoyances
Jul 2010
Even when you like a software package, certain aspects of it may bug you. Deb Shinder shares her list of the most vexing Office 2010 features.This download is also available as an entry in our 10...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 things you can do with Office 2010 Web Apps
Jul 2010
According to early accounts, Microsoft's new Office 2010 Web Apps are definitely worth checking out. Here's a quick rundown of how you can put these free browser-based tools to work.This download...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 ways to control your Inbox in Outlook 2010
Aug 2010
You can prevail in the seemingly endless battle against email chaos -- it's just a matter of knowing which Outlook tools to use and how to set them up to fit your needs.This download is also...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Tools & Templates
Multi-scenario savings calculator
Sep 2010
Regardless of what you're saving up for, a worksheet with relevant calculations will help you stay on top of your plan. Walk through this technique to create your own calculator -- or just use...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 things I can never find in PowerPoint 2007/2010
Oct 2010
If you're having trouble tracking down features you knew by heart in PowerPoint 2003, this list will help you zero in on the options that the newest versions have scattered among various tabs.This...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 ways to make your pictures pop in Word 2010
Oct 2010
You don't have to be a design professional to produce stylish documents. Word 2010 offers built-in tools that make it easy to enhance your graphics with special effects and formatting.This...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 ways to share your Word 2010 documents
Oct 2010
The need for collaboration technologies keeps growing, and Word 2010 includes a number of features that address that need. You might be surprised at how many ways there are to share your Word...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 reasons why Microsoft Office 365 rocks
Nov 2010
Office 365 is bringing together Microsoft's various online productivity tools, from email to Web Apps to communications services. Deb Shinder explains why she thinks this suite is a winner.This...
Provided by Deb Shinder
-
Downloads
10 mistakes to avoid when working with multiple worksheets
Nov 2010
One of the best ways to boost your Excel efficiency is also one of the best ways to shoot yourself in the foot. Here are some pitfalls to watch out for when you're dealing with more than one...
Provided by Susan Harkins
-
Downloads
10 ways OneNote 2010 can make you more productive
Nov 2010
Good ideas often get away from us because we don't have an easy way to record them, share them, or find them later. See how a few OneNote tricks can help you document, retrieve, and distribute all...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
The 10 most useful Gmail shortcuts
Dec 2010
If you're a keyboard fan, you may want to view Google's built-in list of seventy billion Gmail shortcuts. But if you're a keyboard fan with a lot of work to do, maybe this short list will be more...
Provided by Jody Gilbert
-
Downloads
10 ways to show off your data in Excel 2010
Dec 2010
Excel 2010 offers some nice enhancements for formatting your data, including sparklines, slicers, and icon sets. Katherine Murray explains how to put the new tools to work.This download is also...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about Word 2010's mail merge tools
Dec 2010
Word's mail merge process has traditionally been viewed as intimidating and complex. But once you master a few basics, you'll discover that Word's mail merge tools are straightforward and easy to...
Provided by Katherine Murray
-
Downloads
10 things you should know about printing labels in Word 2010
Dec 2010
You can save time (and stop wasting label sheets) if you master Word's tools for creating and printing labels. This download is also available as an entry in our 10 Things blog.
Provided by Katherine Murray
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10 tips for making a presentation more accessible to those with disabilities
Jan 2011
By making a few preparations, you can help ensure that your presentations are effective for audience members who have disabilities. Susan Harkins outlines several ways to keep their needs in...
Provided by Susan Harkins
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How do I... Configure delegate access in Microsoft Outlook?
Sep 2006
Delegate access enables users to share Outlook resources, such as appointment schedules, for better coordination across workgroups and throughout organizations. IT pro Steven Pittsley walks...
Provided by Steven Pittsley
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An introduction to the Microsoft Office 2007 ribbon interface
Dec 2006
From Word to Excel to PowerPoint, the new Microsoft Office 2007 interface is designed to increase efficiency and make it easier for users to find features to get their work done. The end result is...
Provided by Scott Lowe
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Debrief and Defend: OpenOffice vs. Microsoft Office 2003
Apr 2007
Your company provides productivity office software to create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations. This software can be expensive to license, so it is important for your company to explore...
Provided by TechRepublic Pro
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Dramatically improve your PowerPoint presentation by implementing professional design principles
Jan 2007
A good PowerPoint presentation often owes its success at least in part to its visual effectiveness. In this sample chapter from Solving the Powerpoint Predicament: Using Digital Media for...
Provided by Que Publishing
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Debrief and Defend: Open Office 2.0 Vs Office 2007
Jan 2007
With Office 2007 being such a radical change from previous versions of Office, now might be a good time to entertain alternatives if you're planning to upgrade office suites in your organization....
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Use SmartArt in PowerPoint 2007 to create a more polished and effective presentation
Feb 2007
Some of the coolest improvements in PowerPoint 2007 are related to the overhaul of its diagramming features, which now let you add much more than detailed diagrams and organization charts to...
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