Chris Menard is a Microsoft MVP. He is certified in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint. His YouTube videos have over 25 million views.
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Excel now supports native checkboxes — a feature many users have been requesting. This works in Microsoft 365 for Windows and Excel on the web. How to Insert Checkboxes Select the range where you want checkboxes. Go to the Insert tab and click Checkbox in the Controls group. Checkboxes immediately
Microsoft Excel
Efficiency and accuracy in data entry can significantly impact productivity. One of the best tools to achieve this in Excel is the Data Validation List feature. This guide will walk you through the process of setting up and using Data Validation Lists to streamline your data entry tasks in Microsoft
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft has been extremely busy with new Teams features in November and December. Here is a quick overview of What's New. #1 - Improved People Search in Teams Microsoft has released the new Improved People Search feature in Microsoft Teams, which was rolled out in November 2024. I
Microsoft Excel
Excel's TOROW function is a powerful tool for data organization, allowing users to convert vertical data into a single horizontal row. This function is particularly useful when you need to reshape your data for analysis or presentation purposes. In this blog post, we'll explore how to
Microsoft Excel
Removing duplicates in Excel is a common task, but it can be challenging when the duplicates are running horizontally (left to right) instead of vertically. In this blog post, we'll explore an advanced Excel technique using Power Query to efficiently remove duplicates across rows. This method is particularly
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams has rolled out an enhanced people search feature, providing users with more efficient ways to find and filter content related to specific individuals. This update, released in November 2024, offers a streamlined approach to searching for messages, files, and conversations associated with team members. Let's explore
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Outlook has introduced an exciting new feature called "Follow a Meeting." This innovative addition provides a solution for those times when you can't attend a meeting but still want to stay in the loop. Instead of simply declining or marking yourself as tentative, you now
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams has introduced a new feature that allows users to record and share the pronunciation of their names. This helpful tool can prevent mispronunciations and improve communication among colleagues. In this blog post, I'll walk through how to set up your name pronunciation and what others will
Microsoft Excel
Excel is a powerful tool used across various industries, and mastering its features can significantly boost your productivity. In this blog post, we'll explore five essential Excel tips that every user should know. These tips will help you work more efficiently and effectively with your spreadsheets. 1. Using
Microsoft Excel
The TOCOL function in Excel is a powerful tool for combining data from multiple columns into a single column.
Microsoft Teams
Microsoft Teams has introduced a new chat & channels experience that combines chats and channels into a single, streamlined interface. In this blog, we will explore the features and functionalities of this new setup, providing insights on how to navigate and utilize it effectively. Introduction to the New Experience Microsoft
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft 365 Copilot is proving to be a game-changer for Excel users, offering powerful capabilities that can transform complex data tasks. This blog post explores a compelling use case that demonstrates why companies should consider adopting Copilot, especially for their Excel power users. **Copilot handles Delimiters -** Copilot created columns