Author: Szymon Bochniak

When considering tools for sharing data and fostering collaboration within an organisation, Excel has long been the go-to solution. However, as you delve deeper into its functionality, limitations become more apparent—locked files, restricted configuration, and an inability to support complex business applications. Enter Microsoft Lists, an alternative that promises to modernise your data management processes. In a detailed comparison, this video examines the capabilities of Excel and Microsoft Lists, shedding light on when each tool is most appropriate for your needs. Ditching jargon and buzzwords, let’s explore the key takeaways. Complex Interconnections and Formulas: When dealing with intricate interconnections and…

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Do you find yourself spending a significant amount of time in Microsoft Teams meetings, where presentations are a common part of the discussion? Managing ideas and collaborating with colleagues on projects or initiatives often involves sharing PowerPoint slides on the screen. However, what if there’s a better way to do it? Enter Microsoft’s PowerPoint Live feature for Microsoft Teams—a game-changer that enhances your presentations and transform the way you share content during meetings. In this video, you’ll discover how to harness the full potential of PowerPoint Live and why it outperforms traditional screen-sharing methods. You’ll witness the seamless integration of…

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In this video, explore the functionalities of SharePoint and OneDrive to make an informed decision about which application best suits your needs in an Office 365 environment. Whether you’re new to Microsoft 365 or seeking clarity on the key differences, this video will help you navigate through the decision-making process effectively. SharePoint: Exploring the Versatile Collaboration Platform SharePoint is a powerful and multifaceted application designed to accommodate a range of business cases. With its complex structure of separate SharePoint sites, it offers a diverse set of features to manage and organise data. Discover the potential to create intranet portals, collaboration…

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Are you concerned about enhancing the security of your Office 365 email communications? Look no further! In this video, we’ll guide you through the process of adding an external sender warning message, ensuring that you can identify potential risks and protect your organisation’s sensitive information. With the increasing prevalence of data breaches and cyber threats, organisations must take proactive measures to safeguard their sensitive data. By accessing the Exchange Admin Centre, you can easily locate the appropriate settings to configure the warning message. This message serves as an alert to users, reminding them to exercise caution when dealing with external…

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Are you looking for an easy way to notify your users about changes made to your Microsoft list via email? If so, you might want to check out the Rules feature! With four definitions available, you can notify users about updates to columns, changes to comments, new records added, or records deleted. This feature is set to replace the old alerts found in classic SharePoint, and setting it up is a breeze. Simply select the rule you want to use, choose who you want to notify (via email address or column), and set the conditions for the notification. You can…

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Are you familiar with OneDrive? It’s a powerful application that allows you to manage your personal data and sync it between your PC, mobile phone, and cloud-based storage. These tips and tricks will help you use OneDrive more efficiently. The first feature that you should use is the backup function. You can sync your desktop, documents, and pictures from your laptop or Mac directly to OneDrive. This creates a digital copy of your data that can be accessed from any device. To set this up, go to Settings and click on Backup. Another feature that you might find useful is…

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Are you a frequent user of Microsoft Lists? Have you ever thought about using it offline? Well, you can now easily do so by downloading the Microsoft Lists desktop app. If you haven’t seen the pop-up window prompting you to install the app, don’t worry, you can still get it by going to the address screen in your Edge browser or by using a similar icon in Google Chrome. Once installed, you’ll have a browser-based progressive web app that lets you use Microsoft Lists on your local computer as an application. This is especially useful if you heavily use Microsoft…

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