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The AI Confidence Method
A complete AI change programme
Using AI is not the same as using it well. The programme measures where your people stand on attitude and capability, then closes the gap with 12 plain-English lessons, live classes and Ada, an AI guide educated on your own policies. You see the workforce move, and you can show the board that it moved.
The 12 Foundations lessons
- Building Confidence: Start Your AI Journey
- What is AI? Demystifying Artificial Intelligence
- Hallucinations and Confabulation
- Data Privacy and Security Essentials
- Ethics, Bias and Responsible AI Principles
- EU AI Act and Your Organisational Policies
- Prompt Engineering: Make AI Do What You Want
- Setting Up Your Tool to Work for You
- Simple AI: 5 Minutes That Will Save You Hours
- Peer Review: Getting Second Opinions
- How to Use AI Without Losing Your Professional Identity
- Generative vs Agentic AI
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Podcast-style audio lessons on the human skills that make work better.
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Copilot - Clean Messy Excel Data
Clean up messy Excel data with Copilot and follow the steps it takes so you can check the result.
Use Copilot to detect and fix common data problems like inconsistent text, dates, and spacing Read the steps Copilot documents so you can check and correct its cleaning work -
Copilot Agents - Workflows
Build a Copilot workflow in plain language that sorts your daily emails and summarises them into Teams.
Find the Workflows agent in the Microsoft 365 portal and open it Build an email workflow in plain language that sorts and summarises to Teams -
Copilot Cowork Accelerator
Put Copilot Cowork to work: the agentic side of Copilot that analyses Excel data, runs deep research and builds presentations from your documents.
Explain what Copilot Cowork is and how to access it. Use Cowork to analyse Excel data and run deep research. Generate presentations from existing documents with Cowork. -
3 FAST Ways to Copy Formatting in Excel
Three quick ways to reuse formatting so your spreadsheets stay consistent.
Copy formatting to one or many areas with the Format Painter Duplicate a worksheet's formatting by copying its sheet tab -
4 Excel Efficiency Tips
Four Excel habits that cut clicks: status-bar copying, paste values, and named ranges.
Copy status-bar calculations and paste values only to fix formula columns in Excel. Create and recall named ranges to speed up navigation and formula writing. -
A Simple LAMBDA in Excel
Turn a long formula into a named custom function you can call again anywhere.
Build a custom function from a formula using LAMBDA Save a LAMBDA in Name Manager so you can reuse it by name -
Absolute vs Relative Cell Referencing Explained!
Learn when to lock a cell reference and when to let it move, so copied formulas give the right result.
Explain how relative and absolute references behave when a formula is copied. Apply absolute referencing to lock a cell, such as a fixed tax rate. -
Add a Search Box into an Excel Spreadsheet
Build a search box that highlights matching rows as you type, for datasets of any size.
Add a form control search box that finds full and partial matches. Use conditional formatting to highlight rows that match the search term. -
Add a Tab in Microsoft Teams
Pin key documents and apps as tabs in a Teams channel so everyone can reach them.
Add a tab in a Teams channel for a Microsoft 365 file or a third- party app. Configure the tab so channel members can open and edit shared documents in Teams. -
Add Custom Copilot Instructions in Outlook
Set your tone, length, and greeting once so Copilot writes every draft your way.
Open Copilot draft settings in Outlook and turn on custom instructions Save preferences for tone, length, and greeting that apply to every draft -
Apply Automatic Formatting in Excel
Apply formatting that grows with your data automatically, without switching to Excel tables.
Set up conditional formatting in Excel that adds borders as new rows arrive Use a mixed reference with F4 so the formatting extends down the correct columns -
Apply Multiple Actions to Outlook Emails with Quick Steps
Set up a one-click Quick Step that moves, categorises and forwards an email together.
Create a custom Quick Step that moves, categorises and forwards an email at once. Assign a keyboard shortcut so you can run the Quick Step on repeat tasks. -
Applying Formatting to Multiple Items in Word
Reformat every instance of a Word style in one step using the Styles pane.
Select every instance of a style from the Styles pane in one action. Reformat all selected text at once, such as changing font colour or applying italics. -
Are You Using Data Bars Effectively?
Apply and customise Excel data bars so a range's values are easier to read and compare.
Apply data bars to a range in Excel to show relative values at a glance Customise data bars, including showing the bar without the underlying number -
Ask Questions with Copilot in Outlook
Ask Copilot the right questions in Outlook to summarise, advise, and answer without switching apps.
Ask Copilot in Outlook to summarise a document or long email Prompt Copilot clearly to get writing tips and general answers -
Auto-create Folders and Subfolders in File Explorer
Turn an Excel list into a batch file that creates many folders and subfolders at once.
Build a list of MD commands in Excel and save it as a .bat file. Run the batch file to create folders and subfolders in File Explorer at once. -
Automatically Apply Number Formatting in Excel Pivot Tables
Set number formats once in the data model so your pivot tables stay consistent without repeated reformatting.
Explain why Excel has no default number format setting for pivot table fields. Use Power Pivot and the data model to apply number formats that hold across reports. -
Blur Effect in PowerPoint
Add a blurred backdrop to PowerPoint title slides so your text stays sharp and readable.
Add a blur effect to a title slide using a shape and Picture Format in PowerPoint. Combine the blur with colour and animation to keep title text readable. -
Breakout Rooms Microsoft in Teams
Use breakout rooms in Microsoft Teams to run focused group discussions inside a larger meeting.
Create and name breakout rooms in a Microsoft Teams meeting Assign participants, send broadcast messages and close rooms to regroup -
Build a Pivot Table from Multiple Sources with Power Pivot
Combine several tables in Power Pivot and report across them from one pivot table.
Enable Power Pivot and import several tables into the data model. Create relationships between tables so one pivot table can use fields from all of them. -
Calculate Work Days Excluding Time Off in Excel
Work out project end dates and working-day counts in Excel while skipping weekends and holidays.
Use NETWORKDAYS to count working days between two dates, excluding weekends and holidays. Apply NETWORKDAYS.INTL to work out a project end date from a start date and duration. -
Calculate Work Days with Custom Days Off in Excel
Calculate project durations in Excel when your work week is not Monday to Friday.
Set custom non-working days in NETWORKDAYS.INTL using the weekend string argument. Calculate project durations for a non-standard work week, excluding holidays. -
Calculated Fields in Excel Pivot Tables
Add custom calculations inside an Excel Pivot Table without touching your original data.
Add a calculated field to an Excel Pivot Table from the PivotTable Analyze tab Edit or delete a calculated field without changing the source data -
Cell Styles in Excel - Do we REALLY need them?
Use cell styles to show at a glance which cells hold data and which hold formulas.
Apply pre-set and custom cell styles to mark each cell's purpose Build a legend that documents your cell styles for other users -
Change Title and Tab Name Automatically in Excel
Link a worksheet title to its tab name with a formula, no VBA needed, in any recent Excel.
Link a cell title to the sheet tab name using CELL and TEXTAFTER in Excel 2021 or 365. Apply the MID and SEARCH alternative for older versions of Excel. -
Change your Outlook for the Web Theme and Colours
Personalise how Outlook for the Web looks by changing its theme, background and highlight colour.
Switch Outlook for the Web to dark mode and set a background Pick a preset theme or set a custom highlight colour from the appearance settings -
ChatGPT to Bulk Send Emails
Use ChatGPT to write the VBA behind a bulk email send from Excel.
Prompt ChatGPT to write VBA that sends emails in bulk from Excel. Save the file as a macro-enabled workbook and run the generated macro. -
Check for Issues and Accessibility in Excel
Check a spreadsheet for accessibility problems before you share it with others.
Run the Accessibility Checker to find problems before you share a spreadsheet. Add alt text to images so screen reader users understand them. -
Clean a Dataset with Excel Functions and Utilities
Tidy a messy dataset into an analysis-ready table using Excel's built-in tools, no Power Query needed.
Clean a raw dataset in Excel using Flash Fill, Text to Columns and number formatting Apply the PROPER and TEXTSPLIT functions to fix casing and split text into columns -
Cleaning Data in Excel with Power Query Part 1
Start cleaning messy data in Excel with Power Query and Applied Steps.
Import a dataset into Power Query and clean it in the Power Query Editor. Track and undo changes using the Applied Steps list. -
Cleaning Data in Excel with Power Query Part 2
Reshape a messy dataset in Power Query by trimming, splitting, and merging.
Remove unwanted rows and blank spaces from a Power Query dataset. Split and merge columns to give the data a clearer structure. -
Cleaning Data in Excel with Power Query Part 3
Finish the Power Query workflow by loading and refreshing your cleaned data.
Load cleaned Power Query data into Excel as a pivot table or chart. Refresh the query so charts and tables update when the source changes. -
Combine Files in Power Query
Merge every file in a folder into one dataset and refresh it as new files arrive.
Combine every file in a folder into one query using Power Query Refresh the query to pull in new files added to that folder -
Compress Images in PowerPoint to Reduce File Size
Shrink a heavy PowerPoint file with Compress Pictures while keeping your slides sharp.
Use Compress Pictures in PowerPoint to strip cropped image data and cut file size. Adjust image resolution to keep slides sharp while the file stays small. -
Conditional Formatting in Outlook for the Web
Set up conditional formatting in Outlook for the Web to colour-code emails from key senders.
Set up conditional formatting rules in Outlook for the Web Colour-code emails from specific senders so important messages stand out -
Conditional Formatting with Icon Sets in Excel
Show data trends visually with icon sets in conditional formatting.
Apply icon sets in conditional formatting to flag data trends at a glance. Edit an icon set rule to show icons on their own without the cell values. -
Convert Numbers to Words
Turn figures like 1,250 into words using a short piece of VBA code in your workbook.
Enable the Developer tab and open the Visual Basic Editor in Excel. Add VBA code that converts numeric values into written words. -
Convert Values in a Spreadsheet in Excel
Use the CONVERT function to switch values between units such as centimetres and feet.
Use the CONVERT function to change values between measurement units in Excel. Set the number, source unit, and destination unit arguments correctly. -
Copilot & Copilot Agents Quick Start
A fast start with Microsoft Copilot: generative AI foundations, best practice, the Copilot versions, and how to prompt like a pro.
Explain what generative AI is and follow best practice when using Copilot. Choose the right Copilot version for the task in hand. Write clear, effective prompts that get better results from Copilot. -
Copilot - Apply Conditional Formatting in Excel
Set up conditional formatting in Excel with plain-language prompts instead of building rules by hand.
Use Copilot to highlight rows in Excel by a condition such as payment method or region Prompt Copilot for colour fills, data bars, and consistent number and date formatting -
Copilot - Build and Troubleshoot Excel Formulas
Build and troubleshoot dynamic Excel formulas with Copilot, then check they hold up as data grows.
Use Copilot to build dynamic Excel formulas such as FILTER and drop- down data validation Read a Copilot-generated formula and fix inefficiencies like hard- coded ranges -
Copilot - Consolidate and Analyse Data in Excel
Consolidate messy data from several sheets and build a summary with a single Copilot prompt.
Use one Copilot prompt in Excel to split, combine, and consolidate data from several sheets Write a Copilot prompt that produces summary calculations and builds a chart for analysis -
Copilot - Financial Analysis Dashboard Assets
Turn dense financial reports into clear Excel dashboards with Copilot in a few seconds.
Use Copilot to extract key financial data from a report into structured Excel tables Prompt Copilot for summary metrics and charts, then review the output for accuracy -
Copilot - Sort and Filter Data in Excel
Sort and filter large datasets in Excel with short Copilot prompts, then reset them just as fast.
Use Copilot to sort a large Excel dataset by a chosen column, such as revenue from highest to lowest Prompt Copilot to filter records by a condition and then clear the filters to restore the data -
Copilot - Translate Text on Slides in PowerPoint
Translate a full presentation, slides and notes, with Copilot instead of editing each slide by hand.
Use Copilot in PowerPoint to translate slide text and speaker notes into another language Respond to Copilot's clarification prompts so the translation matches what you actually want -
Copilot 365 Fundamentals
A beginner's guide to harnessing Microsoft Copilot: understand what it is, write effective prompts, and use Copilot across Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
Understand what Microsoft Copilot is and how it enhances productivity. Learn the key differences between Copilot and ChatGPT, and the Copilot versions available. Write effective prompts to get the most from AI assistance. Use Copilot in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word to create formulae, presentations, and documents. -
Copilot Icon Greyed Out in Outlook
Fix a greyed-out Copilot icon in Outlook yourself before you call IT.
Check the account and licence behind a greyed-out Copilot icon in Outlook Turn Copilot on from settings in classic and new Outlook -
Copilot in Excel
Use plain prompts to format, highlight, sort, filter and add formula columns in Excel with Copilot.
Write prompts that tell Copilot to format cells, highlight values, and sort or filter data. Ask Copilot to add a formula column to your worksheet. -
Copilot in Excel Accelerator
Put Microsoft Copilot to work in Excel: generate insights from raw data, sort and filter with natural language, format, clean, build formulas and create dashboards.
Use Copilot to generate insights, sort and filter, and clean data in Excel. Apply conditional formatting and build formulas with natural- language prompts. Create a dashboard that summarises key data for monitoring and decisions. -
Copilot in Outlook Accelerator
Put Microsoft Copilot to work in Outlook: draft and reply to emails, summarise threads, manage your inbox with rules and flags, and stay on top of your calendar.
Draft and reply to emails quickly with Copilot. Summarise long threads and manage your inbox with rules and flags. Use Copilot to coach your writing and manage your calendar. -
Copilot in PowerPoint
Draft and refine PowerPoint presentations quickly using Copilot and your own documents.
Use Copilot in PowerPoint to draft a presentation from a prompt or an existing document. Write specific prompts and apply company templates to shape Copilot's output. -
Copilot in PowerPoint Accelerator
Put Microsoft Copilot to work in PowerPoint: create and edit presentations, apply company templates, reference files, and present with confidence.
Create and edit presentations quickly with Copilot. Apply a company template and reference existing files in a deck. Organise, summarise and present your slides with Copilot's help. -
Copilot in Teams Accelerator
Put Microsoft Copilot to work in Teams: meeting recaps, real-time help during calls, and AI summaries that keep everyone aligned.
Generate meeting recaps and action points with Copilot. Use Copilot in real time during a call. Create AI summaries that keep the team aligned. -
Copilot in Word Accelerator
Put Microsoft Copilot to work in Word: draft documents, turn content into PDFs and decks, handle emails, visualise data as tables, and ask questions of your text.
Draft and refine documents quickly with Copilot. Turn content into PDFs, decks and tables, and handle emails. Ask Copilot questions to interrogate and summarise a document. -
Copilot Notebooks in OneNote
Group your project files into a Copilot notebook and get answers drawn only from them.
Create a Copilot notebook in OneNote and add files, links, and pages Prompt Copilot against the notebook and check which source it used -
Copy Conditional Formatting Rules Across Workbooks in Excel
Reuse a conditional formatting rule in another workbook without rebuilding it.
Create a formula-based rule that highlights whole rows on a condition Copy the rule to another workbook with Paste Special and adapt it -
COUNT and SUM by Cell Colour in Excel
Count and sum cells by their fill colour without touching VBA, using SUBTOTAL and filters.
Count and sum cells by fill colour using SUBTOTAL with a filter Convert the range to a Table so results update as records are added -
Create a Conditional Chart in Excel
Build a conditional clustered column chart with a moving target line, and highlight the data points that matter.
Build a conditional clustered column chart in Excel using helper columns. Add a moving target line to a chart with Change Series Chart Type. -
Create a Custom Theme in PowerPoint
Match your slides to a logo or brand image by building a custom colour theme.
Pick colours from an image with the Eyedropper tool Build a custom colour palette on the Design tab and save it as a theme -
Create a Daily Habit Tracker in Excel
Build a habit tracker in Excel with checkboxes that show your weekly completion as a percentage.
Add day-of-the-week checkboxes to a habit tracker using the Developer ribbon Calculate weekly completion as a percentage with a COUNTIF formula -
Create a Dynamic Macro in Excel + Edit the VBA Code
Turn a static macro into one that works across changing data by editing its VBA code.
Open the Visual Basic Editor to view the code behind a recorded macro. Edit VBA so a macro adapts to changing data instead of fixed cell ranges. -
Create a Filter Macro in Excel + Assign to a Button
Build a one-click filter in Excel by recording a macro and attaching it to a button.
Record a macro that applies an advanced filter to an Excel table. Assign the macro to a button or shape so filtering runs with one click. -
Create a Scrolling Table in Excel using OFFSET
Fit a large dataset into a compact scrolling table so your sheet stays tidy and interactive.
Build a scrolling table in Excel using the OFFSET function Add a form-control scroll bar from the Developer tab to page through records -
Create a SLICK Bar Chart like 'The Economist' in Excel
Create a 100% stacked bar chart in The Economist style that updates as your data changes.
Build a 100% stacked bar chart in Excel from selected data. Adjust colours, labels, and text boxes so the chart looks polished and updates with the data. -
Create a Spotlight Effect with Morph in PowerPoint
Use Morph transitions to spotlight key elements on a slide.
Use the Morph transition in PowerPoint to build a spotlight effect. Set the Morph transition duration in the Transitions menu to control timing. -
Create a Stock Chart in Excel
Build a stock chart that updates from a chosen ticker and reads clearly.
Use STOCKHISTORY and XLOOKUP to pull stock prices for a chosen ticker. Add data validation and format the chart so it updates from a selected stock. -
Create a Stock Inventory Tracker in Excel
Build a tracker that shows in-stock and out-of-stock items automatically using the FILTER function.
Use the FILTER function to list items by their stock quantity. Build a stock list that updates on its own as quantities change. -
Create a Table of Figures in Word
Build a Table of Figures in Word so readers can find every image, chart, and table.
Insert captions on images, charts, and tables to build a Table of Figures in Word. Update a Table of Figures after you change captions so it stays accurate. -
Create a Team and Add Members in Microsoft Teams
Build a team from scratch in Microsoft Teams and add members with the access levels you want.
Create a new team in Microsoft Teams and choose its privacy setting Add members and set access levels for a private, public or org-wide team -
Create a Team from a Microsoft 365 Group in Teams
Turn an existing Microsoft 365 group into a Teams team, keeping its members, settings and permissions.
Create a Microsoft Teams team from an existing Microsoft 365 group Add or remove team members using the Manage Team menu after setup -
Create an Excel Chart with REPT, TEXT and SUM
Build a formula-driven bar chart inside cells using REPT, TEXT and SUM, no chart tools needed.
Use REPT to repeat a character in proportion to a cell value. Combine REPT, TEXT and SUM to build an in-cell chart without the chart tools. -
Create an Expiry Alert in Excel
Build a colour-coded invoice tracker that flags expiry dates automatically.
Calculate the days remaining on each invoice using the TODAY function. Flag invoices as expired, about to expire, or on time with nested IF and conditional formatting. -
Create an Index in Word
Add an index to a long Word document so readers can jump straight to the topic they need.
Mark index entries in Word to flag the terms you want listed. Generate and update an index so readers can locate topics quickly. -
Create Calendar Appointments FAST in Outlook
Turn an email into a calendar appointment in one step, with its content already filled in.
Convert an email into a calendar appointment that carries the email body across. Adjust the date and time on the new appointment before you save it. -
Create New Slides in PowerPoint with Copilot
Turn a prompt or a reference file into a structured PowerPoint deck with Copilot in minutes.
Generate a slide deck in PowerPoint from a Copilot text prompt Attach reference files and set style, audience, and slide count in the prompt -
Create Profile Photos and Edit in Windows 11
Edit photo backgrounds and prepare a profile picture using the Windows 11 Photos app.
Edit a photo in the Windows 11 Photos app to blur, remove or replace its background. Prepare a clean profile picture for LinkedIn without a third-party app. -
Create Totals FAST in Excel with Quick Analysis
Add totals, running totals and quick charts from one Quick Analysis button, no formulas typed.
Use Quick Analysis to add totals, percentages and running totals without typing formulas. Insert charts and conditional formatting from the Quick Analysis menu. -
Create Usable Barcodes in Excel
Turn product IDs into scannable barcodes in Excel using a free barcode font.
Apply the Libre Barcode 39 font to turn product IDs into scannable barcodes Wrap a product ID in asterisks with a formula so the barcode font renders correctly -
Creating a Table of Contents with Bookmarks in Word
Build a working table of contents from bookmarks when Word styles are not applied.
Add bookmarks to sections, headings, or images in an unstyled Word document. Link bookmarks into a table of contents so readers can jump to each section. -
Creating AutoText/Quick Part Entries
Save text and content you reuse often and drop it into any document in a couple of clicks.
Save reusable text and content as AutoText and Quick Part entries Store an entry in Normal.dotm so it appears in all new documents -
Custom Formatting in Excel
Change how numbers, dates and text look in your cells without altering the underlying values.
Build custom number formats using the positive, negative, zero and text sections. Add colour and symbols to cells with the Format Cells dialogue box. -
Custom Slide Show in PowerPoint
Set up a looping slide show that runs while your audience arrives, then return to your main deck.
Create a custom slide show in PowerPoint that loops before your main talk Set the loop option and switch back to all slides when your presentation starts -
Customise Views with Sheet View in Excel
Filter and sort a shared spreadsheet without changing what colleagues see.
Create a personal Sheet View to filter and sort a shared file without changing others' views. Rename a Sheet View so you can find and switch to it later. -
Data Validation Input Messages and Error Alerts in Excel
Guide people as they type and stop wrong entries before they reach your spreadsheet.
Add an input message that tells users what to enter in a cell Set up an error alert that blocks or warns on invalid data entry -
Data Validation Lists with Images in Excel
Build a dropdown list that swaps in the matching image as you change your selection.
Create a data validation dropdown list in Excel. Link images to dropdown choices so they change with the selection using INDIRECT and named ranges. -
Data Validation with Conditional Formatting in Excel
Set up a dropdown list in Excel that automatically highlights the rows matching your selection.
Set up a data validation dropdown list in Excel from a source range Use conditional formatting to highlight rows that match the selected value -
Design Better Spreadsheets in Excel: 5 FAST Tips!
Five tips to make your Excel workbooks clearer and easier to use.
Structure a workbook with a summary page and hyperlink navigation. Use cell references and data validation to keep formulas reliable. -
Do You Know These Pivot Table Hacks?
Turn a confusing sales chart into a clear PivotTable and tidy line chart.
Build a PivotTable from a messy dataset to clean up a confusing sales chart. Fix line-chart gaps and remove grand totals using PivotTable options. -
Draft Emails and Replies with Copilot in Outlook
Give Copilot the context it needs to draft and reply to emails well.
Write detailed prompts so Copilot drafts emails with the right tone and length Generate context-aware replies to existing email threads -
Draft Messages from Prompts in Outlook
Turn a short prompt into a written email you can review and edit.
Draft a new email from a short prompt with Copilot Review a Copilot draft and keep or discard it -
Excel 365 Fundamentals
A hands-on beginner's guide to Excel 365: enter and format data, navigate the interface, build simple formulas, and share your work online with confidence.
Enter values and apply formatting to create professional-looking spreadsheets. Navigate the Excel interface and use its features to work with data efficiently. Collaborate and share Excel files in real time with others online. -
Excel Essentials Unlocked
The beginner-to-intermediate Excel course: master navigation and data entry, essential formulas and functions, tables, clean data, PivotTables, and formatting.
Master Excel foundations: navigation, data entry, validation, and conditional formatting. Use the essential formulas and functions, from SUM and COUNT to IF and XLOOKUP. Organise data with tables, sorting, filtering, and grouping. Clean data by removing duplicates and handling errors before analysis. Analyse data with PivotTables and PivotCharts, and finalise spreadsheets for sharing. -
Excel Formula Basics - For Absolute Newbies!
Get the basics of Excel formulas right, from cell references to order of operations.
Tell the difference between an Excel formula and a function Apply BODMAS and brackets to get calculations in the right order -
Excel Function with NO Arguments - DATEDIF
Calculate the gap between two dates with DATEDIF, and a safer YEARFRAC method for when it breaks.
Use DATEDIF in Excel to work out an age from a birthdate Calculate age with YEARFRAC, TODAY and INT for when DATEDIF is unavailable -
Excel Keyboard Shortcuts Everyone Should Know
Four keyboard shortcuts that speed up everyday Excel work, from resizing cells to summing tables.
Resize rows and columns instantly using keyboard shortcuts. Sum several tables at once with a single shortcut. -
Excel Tables
Use Excel tables to keep formulas and charts updating as your data grows.
Convert a range into an Excel table using Format as Table or Ctrl + T. Use table features so formulas copy down and charts expand as you add data. -
Excel ‘Pearl’ Charts and Stacking
Build a pearl chart in Excel by stacking coloured circles to represent your data points.
Format an Excel chart and add coloured circles as custom data point elements Apply the stack setting to build a layered pearl chart effect -
Export a List of Files from File Explorer to Excel with Hyperlinks
Pull a folder's file names into Excel and make each one a clickable link.
Use Command Prompt to list a folder's files and copy them to the clipboard. Turn those file paths into clickable hyperlinks in Excel with a formula. -
Export Form Data to Excel the Right Way in Forms and Excel
Set up Forms so new responses update your Excel file without manual exports.
Create a Microsoft Form through OneDrive so responses flow into Excel automatically. Use the Responses tab to view and analyse form results in real time. -
Filter Data Like an Expert in Excel
Filter Excel data with dropdowns inside a table and with the FILTER function.
Add filter dropdowns to a table from the Data tab to hide and reveal rows Use the FILTER function to extract matching rows into a new range -
Filter Non-Adjacent Columns in Excel
Pull out specific non-adjacent columns from a large dataset using Excel's FILTER function.
Filter non-adjacent columns in Excel using the FILTER function Combine multiple criteria with the asterisk operator to return only the columns you need -
Find a Closest Match to a Number in Excel
Find the value nearest a target number, with a helper column or a single-cell formula.
Use ABS to turn differences into positive values in a helper column Combine INDEX and MATCH to return the value with the smallest difference -
Find and Replace Hack in Excel
Clean up stray wildcard characters in imported data using Find and Replace.
Use Excel's Find and Replace to locate wildcard characters like asterisks in imported data. Escape a wildcard with a tilde so Find and Replace treats it as a normal character. -
Find and Replace in Word
Use Find and Replace in Word to update text, special characters and formatting at once.
Open Find and Replace with Ctrl + H to swap text across a document. Use Find and Replace to change formatting and special characters, not only words. -
Find Emails with Copilot Search in Outlook
Ask Copilot Chat in plain words to find the email or attachment you need in seconds.
Use Copilot Chat to find emails by sender or date range Prompt Copilot Chat to locate an attachment a colleague sent recently -
Fly in and Dim Effect in PowerPoint
Reveal bullets one at a time and fade each to grey as you move through the slide.
Animate individual bullet points rather than the whole placeholder in PowerPoint Use the After animation setting to dim each bullet once you move on -
Footnotes and Endnotes in Word
Add footnotes and endnotes in Word to support your text with extra detail.
Insert footnotes and endnotes from the References tab in a Word document. Change numbering styles and move between notes using Show Notes. -
Generate a Practice Dataset with ChatGPT in Excel
Use ChatGPT to generate practice datasets in Excel, and work around its size and output limits.
Prompt ChatGPT to generate a practice dataset with the rows and fields you specify Work around ChatGPT's row limit by requesting the data in stages -
Get Live Audience Feedback in Forms and PowerPoint
Add Microsoft Forms to your slides to gather live audience responses as you present.
Insert a Microsoft Form into a PowerPoint slide from the Insert tab. Collect and show live audience responses during a presentation. -
GROUPBY in Excel
Summarise and total data in Excel with a single GROUPBY formula, no pivot table needed.
Build a GROUPBY formula in Excel using row fields, values, and an aggregation function. Add fields and totals to summarise larger datasets in one formula. -
Hide Selected Items in a Data Validation Drop-Down List in Excel
Create a drop-down that removes chosen items and marks selections, so you cannot enter the same value twice.
Build a data validation drop-down that hides items once they have been picked. Apply conditional formatting to strike through and shade items as they are selected.
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How Outlook Groups, SharePoint and Microsoft Teams Link Together
See how one Microsoft 365 group connects Outlook, SharePoint and Teams for a shared team space.
Create and manage a Microsoft 365 group from Outlook on the web. Find shared files and the group email across SharePoint and Teams. -
How to Do a Weighted Average in Excel
Work out an average where some values count for more, using SUMPRODUCT.
Calculate a weighted average by hand using scores and weights. Use SUMPRODUCT to work out a weighted average in one formula. -
How to Turn Off the Focused Inbox in Outlook
Switch off the Focused Inbox in classic or new Outlook so every message lands in one list.
Explain how the Focused Inbox splits mail into Focused and Other tabs. Turn off the Focused Inbox from the View tab to see all mail in one list. -
IF with Partial Match in Excel
Label rows by a partial text match using IF, SEARCH, and ISNUMBER.
Test whether a cell contains specific text using SEARCH and ISNUMBER. Combine the result with IF to label rows by partial match. -
INDEX and MATCH With Multiple Criteria in Excel
Combine INDEX and MATCH to look up a value by two criteria, such as a company and a month.
Combine INDEX and MATCH to run a two-way lookup on a dataset Match on two criteria at once to return a value by row and column -
Join a Public or Private Team in Microsoft Teams
Join public and private teams in Microsoft Teams using a code, an invitation or direct access.
Join a public team in Microsoft Teams without needing approval Join a private team using a team code or an invitation from the owner -
Lock Cells but NOT Slicers in Excel
Lock a whole worksheet while keeping slicers active for filtering.
Adjust slicer properties so slicers keep working once the sheet is protected. Set up Protect Sheet to lock every cell while slicers stay usable. -
Lookups in Excel with Copilot
Let Copilot pick and write your lookup formula so you spend less time wrestling with syntax.
Use Copilot to suggest and insert the right lookup formula in Excel, such as XLOOKUP or INDEX and MATCH Name and format your tables so Copilot reads the data and returns accurate lookups -
Lookups with Duplicates in Excel
Look up the right row in tables with duplicate values by building a unique key from several columns.
Explain why a standard lookup fails when a table holds duplicate values Join columns with the ampersand to build a unique lookup key -
Make a Macro Available Across ALL Workbooks in Excel
Store a macro once and run it in any workbook you open.
Record a basic macro in Excel Save a macro to the Personal Macro Workbook so every file can use it -
Make an Announcement in Microsoft Teams
Post announcements in Teams that stand out so updates are hard to miss.
Turn a regular post into an announcement using the post type dropdown. Format an announcement with a headline, banner, colours, and images to raise visibility. -
Manage Emails with Quick Steps in Outlook
Use Quick Steps to run your own multi-step email actions on demand from the Home tab.
Set up a Quick Step in Outlook to run several actions on an email at once. Apply a Quick Step to selected messages from the Home tab. -
Manage Excel Worksheets like a PRO!
Organise and move around multiple worksheets faster with a few simple techniques.
Rename, copy, move, and reorder worksheets within a workbook. Hide, unhide, and jump between worksheets using keyboard shortcuts. -
Mastering AI in Excel
Unlock AI-powered productivity in Excel: use ChatGPT, the ChatGPT for Excel add-in, and Microsoft Copilot to generate and clean data, write formulas, and automate analysis.
Explain how AI works in Excel and follow responsible best practices. Use ChatGPT confidently for Excel tasks with good prompts. Create and clean data, and write and fix formulas using AI. Automate tasks with Macros and VBA, and use the ChatGPT for Excel add-in functions. Work with Microsoft Copilot in Excel to analyse data and generate charts and PivotTables. -
Microsoft Teams Fundamentals
A beginner's guide to collaboration in Microsoft Teams: navigate the interface, chat and message, run meetings, and organise work with teams and channels.
Navigate the Microsoft Teams interface with ease. Use chat and messaging features for effective communication. Schedule and take part in meetings, calls, and video conferences. Organise projects with teams and channels, and create private and public teams. Share and collaborate on files in real time. -
Mixed Cell Referencing in Excel
Lock just the row or just the column in a reference to keep dynamic formulas working across a table.
Explain how mixed referencing locks either the row or the column, but not both. Predict how a mixed reference such as B$7 changes when a formula is copied. -
Most Useful Keyboard Shortcuts in Excel
Work faster in Excel with shortcuts for navigation, selection, and ribbon commands.
Press Alt to display Key Tips on the ribbon and run commands by keyboard Use shortcuts such as Ctrl + Shift + Plus to insert rows and columns quickly -
Move Copy Insert Delete and Hide Rows and Columns in Excel
Faster ways to manage rows and columns, and how to spot when something is hidden.
Insert, delete, move, and copy rows and columns with keyboard shortcuts Hide and group rows and columns to tidy your data -
Navigating with Headings + Go To in Word
Move around and rearrange long documents quickly using headings and the Go To function.
Use the Go To dialogue to jump to a specific page, section, or line Reorder document sections by dragging headings in the Navigation Pane -
New Checkboxes in Excel
Track tasks with Excel's new checkboxes linked to TRUE and FALSE values.
Insert and customise the new checkbox control from the Developer tab. Link checkboxes to TRUE and FALSE outputs and format them with conditional formatting. -
New Checkboxes in Excel
Add the new Excel checkboxes for task tracking without setting up a linked cell.
Insert the new Excel 365 checkboxes and read their true or false values. Format, align, and apply conditional formatting to checkboxes for task tracking. -
New Copilot Update - PowerPoint Narrative Builder
Build and reshape a presentation outline in PowerPoint using Copilot, then generate the slides.
Generate a presentation outline in PowerPoint with Copilot's Narrative Builder Reorganise, add and edit slide sections by dragging and dropping -
New Excel Feature - Focus Cell
Highlight the row and column of any selected cell so you can track your place in large datasets.
Turn on Focus Cell in Excel to highlight the active row and column Change the highlight colour and add Focus Cell to the Quick Access Toolbar -
New Functions TOCOL and TOROW in Excel
Reshape ranges into a single column or row and drop the blanks you do not want.
Use TOCOL to reshape a range or table into a single column Use TOROW with the ignore blanks option to leave empty cells out -
OneNote: Essential Skills and Copilot
A practical guide to Microsoft OneNote: organise notebooks, sections, and pages, take rich notes, collaborate, and use Copilot to summarise and extract action items.
Navigate the OneNote interface and organise notebooks, sections, and pages. Sync notebooks with OneDrive so notes are available across devices. Create structured notes with formatting, tags, tables, and digital ink. Use search, links, and section groups to manage large notebooks and collaborate. Use Copilot to summarise notes, extract action items, and refine writing responsibly. -
Organising Data with Subtotals in Excel
Summarise grouped data quickly with Subtotals, without building a pivot table.
Group a dataset and show totals for each group using the Subtotal feature. Collapse and expand grouped rows to move between summary and detail. -
Outlook 365 Fundamentals
Take control of your inbox and calendar in Outlook 365: set up your account, organise email with folders and categories, and schedule meetings with confidence.
Set up your Outlook 365 account and navigate its key features. Organise your inbox using folders, categories, and filters to manage email effectively. Use the Outlook Calendar to schedule meetings, set reminders, and share your calendar. -
Outlook Search
Find any email in Outlook faster by setting the right search scope and refining results.
Set the search scope in Outlook to the current folder, subfolders, or all mailboxes. Refine results using instant search filters and Advanced Search criteria. -
Page and Section Breaks in Word
Control where pages start and split a document into sections with their own layout.
Insert page breaks and section breaks to control pagination Use section breaks to give parts of a document different formatting -
Paste Multiple Items Across Applicationss with Windows Clipboard
Collect text and images from any app and paste them from one Windows Clipboard panel.
Use the Windows Clipboard to copy and paste content across different apps. Pin, reuse, and manage several clipboard items from one panel. -
Paste Multiple Items with the Excel Clipboard
Collect up to 24 items with the Office Clipboard and paste them without switching back and forth.
Turn on the Office Clipboard to collect up to 24 copied items. Paste stored items one at a time or all at once into a sheet. -
Paste Special in Excel - What on Earth does it do?
Copy exactly what you need from a cell, including a linked picture that updates itself.
Use Paste Special to paste only formulas, values, or formatting Transpose data and keep source column widths when pasting -
Permanently Hide Worksheets in Excel
Hide a worksheet so it cannot be unhidden the usual way, then bring it back when you need it.
Open the VBA editor from the Developer ribbon without writing code Set a worksheet to xlSheetVeryHidden and restore it later from the VBA editor -
Pick Columns from a Dataset with CHOOSECOLS in Excel
Pull just the columns you need from a large dataset with CHOOSECOLS in Microsoft 365.
Use CHOOSECOLS with column index numbers to return only the columns you need. Combine CHOOSECOLS with SORTBY to sort the columns you have selected. -
Planner - Add Tasks to a Plan (Part 3)
Turn a basic plan into a working task list you can assign, schedule, and track.
Create tasks in a Planner plan and set assignees, priorities, buckets, and labels Track progress and add notes, checklists, and attachments to keep task detail in one place -
Planner - Create a Basic Project Plan (Part 2)
Set up a new plan from scratch and choose the starting point that fits the work.
Create a new project plan from scratch in Planner and give it a clear title Compare a blank plan, a template, and AI-assisted planning so you pick the right starting point -
Planner - Login and Navigate the Interface (Part 1)
Find your way around Planner and set up a place to organise, manage, and track your team's tasks.
Locate Microsoft Planner in your Office.com app list and open the main dashboard Switch between grid and board views to see how each lays out your tasks -
Power BI Fundamentals
From zero to dashboard hero: install and navigate Power BI, shape data with Power Query, model it with DAX, and build interactive reports you can publish and share.
Understand the Power BI ecosystem: Desktop, Service, and Mobile. Install Power BI Desktop and connect to data sources. Transform and combine data using Power Query. Build a data model and write DAX calculated columns and measures. Create and format interactive visuals, then publish and share reports. -
Power Toys Colour Picker in Excel
Use the PowerToys Colour Picker to grab a colour from anywhere and apply it consistently in Excel.
Open the PowerToys Colour Picker in Excel with its keyboard shortcut Copy a picked colour's hex code and apply it across your spreadsheet -
PowerPoint 365 Fundamentals
Create engaging presentations with ease in PowerPoint 365: choose slide layouts, work with text and images, and present with confidence.
Select and customise slide layouts to create visually appealing presentations. Work with text and insert images, icons, and shapes to enhance slide design. Present confidently, using engagement techniques to captivate your audience. -
Print Headers and Selections in Excel
Print large tables cleanly, with repeated headings and only the rows you want.
Print a chosen range with Print Selection instead of a fixed print area Repeat column headings on every page using Print Titles on the Page Layout tab -
Printing Large Spreadsheets in Excel
Print large spreadsheets so the data stays organised and readable across every page.
Adjust page breaks and orientation to fit a large spreadsheet onto printed pages. Repeat column headings and add headers and footers so printouts stay readable. -
Protect Specific Cells in an Excel Workbook
Protect chosen cells in a workbook so colleagues edit only where you allow.
Lock and unlock specific cells so some can be edited and others cannot. Apply Protect Sheet to secure your chosen cells while keeping others open for input. -
Record a Simple Macro in Excel to Automate Tasks
Record a macro to handle repetitive Excel tasks without writing any code.
Record a simple macro to repeat a set of Excel steps automatically. Assign a keyboard shortcut so you can run a macro whenever you need it. -
Rehearse with Coach in PowerPoint
Practise your talk in PowerPoint and get feedback on pace, filler words, and pitch.
Start Rehearse with Coach from the Slide Show ribbon in PowerPoint Read the rehearsal report to improve pace, filler words, and pitch -
Repeat Header Rows and Table Breaks in Word
Keep table headers on every printed page and stop rows breaking awkwardly across pages.
Turn on Repeat Header Rows so a table header prints on every page Control where table rows break using the table properties options -
Return Multiple Columns with VLOOKUP
Pull several columns at once with a single VLOOKUP instead of repeating the formula.
Return several columns in one VLOOKUP by wrapping the column indices in curly braces. Set the range_lookup argument to force an exact match. -
Reuse Outlook Content - Quick Parts
Save your common email replies as Quick Parts and drop them into messages in seconds.
Save frequently used text or content as a reusable Quick Part. Insert a saved Quick Part into an email in a few clicks. -
Review and Edit Outlook Emails with Copilot
Reshape a Copilot email draft in Outlook and pick the best version before you send.
Generate more than one email draft with Copilot using Retry Adjust the tone and length of a draft, then pick the best version -
Save a Mail Merge as Individual Files in Word
Turn one mail merge into individual personalised letters, saved as separate files.
Run a mail merge in Word using the Mail Merge Wizard and address fields Split a merged document into separate files using Heading 1 and Outline View -
Search Folders in Microsoft Outlook
Group emails by sender, flag or size automatically without moving them from their folders.
Create Search Folders that gather emails matching set criteria. Use the Large Mail folder to find emails taking up mailbox space. -
Share Files in a Microsoft Teams Meeting
Share files in Microsoft Teams meetings and co-edit documents live with PowerPoint Live and Excel Live.
Share files in a Teams meeting through the chat panel and Share button Use PowerPoint Live and Excel Live to present and co-edit in real time -
Show Hidden Characters in Word
Reveal hidden formatting marks so you can find and fix layout problems in a document.
Show non-printing characters to see paragraph marks and section breaks Set Word to display formatting marks in every document by default -
SHOWDOWN: Named Ranges vs Excel Tables
See when a dynamic table serves you better than a named range, and when it doesn't.
Create an Excel table that auto-expands and updates formulas with new data Set up named ranges to make formulas readable and speed up navigation -
Slide Zoom in PowerPoint
Use Slide Zoom to build presentations your audience can navigate as you present.
Add Slide Zoom to a PowerPoint presentation for interactive navigation. Customise Slide Zoom thumbnails and set them to return to the contents slide. -
Sort Columns Horizontally in Excel
Reorder columns in place using left-to-right sorting instead of dragging them by hand.
Number your columns to set the order you want them sorted into. Use left-to-right sorting in the Data tab to rearrange columns. -
Sort Lists, Tables and Horizontal Data in Word
Put lists and tables in order, including tricky horizontal lists, using Word's Sort tools.
Sort vertical lists and tables into alphabetical or numerical order Sort a horizontal list by first converting it to a vertical layout -
SORT vs SORTBY in Excel
Order data with SORT and SORTBY, and keep results current as your dataset grows.
Use SORT to order data and SORTBY to sort by multiple columns with different orders. Base the functions on an Excel table so results update as the dataset grows. -
Split Columns at Line Break in Excel
Break the contents of one cell into separate columns using a line break as the split point.
Use Text to Columns to split cell contents at a line break. Choose the Delimited option and set the line break as the delimiter. -
Split Inconsistent Text Across Cells in Excel - TEXTBEFORE and
TEXTAFTER
Use Excel's TEXTBEFORE and TEXTAFTER functions to split names and mixed text into separate cells.
Use TEXTBEFORE and TEXTAFTER to split inconsistent text into separate cells Handle missing values with IFNA when a name part is not present -
Stop Hunting for Commands in Excel
Set up the Quick Access Toolbar so your everyday commands are always one click away.
Add and reorder your most-used commands on the Quick Access Toolbar. Group related commands and show labels to find them at a glance. -
STOP using SUMIF in Excel!
Sum values against several conditions at once, going further than SUMIF can.
Write a SUMIFS formula that sums values against multiple criteria. Order the SUMIFS arguments correctly, starting with the sum range. -
Summarise Emails with Copilot in Outlook
Get the key points of a long email in seconds with Copilot in Outlook.
Summarise long emails with Copilot in classic and new Outlook Copy an email summary to share the key points with colleagues -
Take Control of the Keyboard and Mouse in Microsoft Teams Meetings
Pass and reclaim keyboard and mouse control in Teams meetings so others can navigate your slides.
Pass keyboard and mouse control to a participant in a Teams meeting Set meeting options to control who can take over shared content -
The Advanced Filter in Microsoft Excel
Pull out data that meets your criteria and refresh the results with a short macro.
Use the Advanced Filter to extract rows that meet set criteria. Add a VBA macro to refresh filter results when criteria change. -
The AND Function with Conditional Formatting in Excel
Use the AND function in a conditional formatting rule to highlight rows only when two conditions are met.
Build a conditional formatting rule that uses the AND function Combine two logical tests so a row highlights only when both are true -
The Camera Tool in Excel
Take a snapshot of a data range that updates itself whenever the source changes, ideal for dashboards.
Create a live snapshot of a data range using Excel's Camera Tool Place a linked snapshot that updates when its source data changes -
The Image Function in Excel
Pull company logos into cells from a web address using the IMAGE function in Microsoft 365.
Use the IMAGE function to pull a logo into a cell from a URL Set the sizing argument to fit the image inside the cell and add alt text -
The LARGE and SMALL Functions in Excel
Return the nth highest or lowest value in a range and match related data to it.
Use LARGE and SMALL to return values by rank within a range. Combine LARGE and SMALL with XLOOKUP to pull related data. -
The NEW Microsoft Teams for Personal Use
Use the new Microsoft Teams for personal use to build communities, schedule events and chat.
Set up communities and schedule events in Microsoft Teams for personal use Use the personal chat and community features to stay in touch with contacts -
The NEW TRIMRANGE Function + "The Dot" in Excel
Clean up messy lists in Excel 365 with the TRIMRANGE function and the dot shortcut.
Use the TRIMRANGE function in Excel 365 to trim blanks from a range. Apply the dot notation in a range reference for quick cleanups. -
The PIVOTBY Function in Excel
Summarise data with one PIVOTBY formula and let the report update itself as data changes.
Build a pivot table-style report with a single PIVOTBY formula. Set the PIVOTBY arguments so the report refreshes as source data changes. -
Three Ways to Split Text - Excel
Split names and other text into separate columns three different ways in Excel.
Split text across columns using Flash Fill, Text to Columns, and TEXTSPLIT. Handle TEXTSPLIT errors with IFNA and extract longer text with TEXTBEFORE and TEXTAFTER. -
Track Changes in Word: How to Add, Review, Reject and Accept
Record edits, review them by author, and accept or reject changes when working with others.
Turn on Track Changes to record every edit made to a document Review edits and switch markup views to accept or reject them -
Track Project Deadlines in Excel
Build an Excel tracker that counts down to each deadline and colour- codes its status automatically.
Calculate days remaining to a deadline using the TODAY function in Excel Set custom formatting to flag tasks as overdue, due today, or upcoming -
Turn on the To-Do Bar in Outlook
Show your calendar and tasks next to your inbox so you can plan the week in one view.
Turn on the To-Do Bar from the View tab in Outlook. Read your calendar and task list beside the inbox without switching views. -
Ultimate Excel Pivot Tables
A hands-on journey through Excel PivotTables: create and customise them, sort, filter and group data, add calculations and PivotCharts, and build an interactive dashboard.
Create and customise PivotTables from raw data. Sort, filter, and group data using slicers, timelines, and custom sorts. Format PivotTables for professional reports. Perform calculations with calculated fields, items, and 'Show Values As'. Combine multiple data sources and visualise insights with PivotCharts and a dashboard. -
Ultimate Microsoft 365 Copilot and AI Agents
The complete Microsoft Copilot and AI journey: generative AI foundations, prompting, custom GPTs and agents, and Copilot across Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
Explain the core principles of generative AI and follow best practices for using Copilot. Write effective prompts and choose the right Copilot version for the task. Use custom instructions, custom GPTs, and AI agents appropriately. Use Copilot across Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, and Outlook to work faster. Use Copilot's advanced agent features for analysis, research, and content creation. -
Understand the Slide Master in PowerPoint
Format every slide consistently in PowerPoint by editing the Slide Master once.
Format a whole presentation from the Slide Master, including a title slide with gradient fill and logo. Edit the root master and individual layouts to keep slides consistent. -
Use ChatGPT to Write Excel Formulas
Use ChatGPT to draft Excel formulas such as XLOOKUP, then check them against your own data.
Write a ChatGPT prompt that produces an Excel formula for your dataset Check the returned formula against your data before you rely on it -
Use Copilot Chat in Outlook
Use plain prompts in Copilot Chat to schedule, summarise, and act across your inbox.
Open Copilot Chat in Outlook and run a first prompt Prompt Copilot Chat to schedule a meeting or summarise recent emails -
Use VBA to Create a Message Pop-up Box in Excel
Set up an automatic pop-up in Excel that reminds you about due and overdue invoices.
Write VBA that shows a message box when the workbook opens. Flag due and past-due invoices with a formula and conditional formatting. -
Using Chat in Microsoft Teams
Use the Microsoft Teams chat panel to send clear messages, share files and collaborate in meetings.
Send formatted messages and tag people in the Microsoft Teams chat panel Add emojis, GIFs, files and Loop Components to a Teams chat -
Using Formulas in Word
Run calculations inside Word tables and refresh the results when your figures change.
Insert a formula in a Word table using the Layout tab Update table formulas after the underlying figures change -
Using the Format Painter Correctly in Word
Copy formatting across text and shapes in Word with Format Painter, and know its limits.
Copy formatting from one item and apply it to text or shapes with Format Painter. Turn Format Painter off with the Escape key when you have finished. -
VLOOKUP Approximate Match
Use VLOOKUP and set the approximate match option that trips many people up.
Set up a VLOOKUP with its lookup value, table array, and column index Choose between an exact and an approximate match to control the result -
Whiteboard in Microsoft Teams
Use Whiteboard in Microsoft Teams to sketch ideas and plan projects with your team live.
Start a Whiteboard in a Teams meeting and add notes, shapes and drawings Set sharing permissions so participants can edit the Whiteboard together -
Why Excel Nerds HATE Merge and Center
Centre headings across cells without the sorting and formula problems Merge and Centre causes.
Explain why Merge and Centre breaks sorting, formulas, and tables. Centre a heading across cells using Center Across Selection instead. -
Why Word Styles are SO Important
Format documents faster with styles that keep headings, navigation, and updates consistent.
Apply and customise styles to format a document consistently Create a custom style so built-in styles stay unchanged -
Why Word Styles are Useful in Word
Apply Word Styles to headings so formatting and your Table of Contents update in one step.
Apply Word Styles to headings to format a document consistently. Use styled headings to build and update a Table of Contents in Word. -
Why You Should Be Using Excel Templates
Start from Excel's built-in templates instead of building every workbook from scratch.
Find and open Excel's built-in templates for invoices, plans, and more. Customise a template and save it for reuse from the Personal tab. -
Word 365 Fundamentals
Master the basics of document creation in Microsoft Word 365: navigate the interface, work with text and paragraphs, and set up polished, well-organised documents.
Navigate the Microsoft Word 365 interface and access essential tools. Work with text and paragraphs, applying formatting to improve readability and style. Adjust views and page setup to create well-organised, polished documents. -
Working with Comments in Word
Add, reply to, and resolve comments, and choose whether they appear when you print.
Add, reply to, and resolve comments to review a document Set the print options so comments are included in a printout -
Working with Headers and Footers in Word
Add headers and footers that stay consistent and keep page numbers running correctly.
Add and customise headers and footers in a document Set page numbering to continue correctly across section breaks -
Working with Presence Status in Microsoft Teams
Set your Teams presence status and duration so colleagues know when you are free or focusing.
Set your presence status in Microsoft Teams to show your availability Add a status message and set a duration that resets your status automatically -
Working with Read Mode in Word
Read documents in a clean, book-like layout and have Word read the text aloud to you.
Open Read Mode to view a document in a distraction-free layout Turn on Read Aloud to have Word read the text back to you -
Wrap Rows in Excel Like a Boss!
Split one long row of data into a tidy grid of columns in a few steps.
Use WrapRows to split a single row of data into set columns. Apply an alternative method for Excel versions without WrapRows. -
Write Better Emails with Copilot Coach in Outlook
Get suggestions on tone, clarity, and impact for a draft before you send it.
Open Copilot Coach in Outlook and run it on an email draft Apply Coach suggestions to improve the tone and clarity of a message -
XLOOKUP with Multiple Criteria in Excel
Pull a value from a table by matching two conditions at once with XLOOKUP.
Build a two-way XLOOKUP that matches on both a row and a column value. Use named ranges and data validation dropdowns to make the lookup easier to read.
Practical Microsoft 365 skills for real work
Excel efficiency
Automate repetitive tasks, clean datasets, build dashboards and master formulas that turn Excel into a decision-making engine.
PowerPoint proficiency
Create compelling, impactful slides more quickly. Structure stories, design visuals and present ideas clearly so your message lands.
Outlook and productivity
Organise inboxes, automate workflows and manage meetings more effectively to reduce digital overload.
Copilot and AI
Learn how to integrate Microsoft Copilot into everyday workflows to draft content, analyse data and accelerate routine work.
Power Automate workflows
Automate approvals, alerts and routine handovers between apps, so repetitive admin runs itself.
SharePoint and collaboration
Set up sites, organise documents and share files securely, so teams always find the right version.
Power BI reporting
Turn raw data into interactive reports and dashboards that help teams spot trends and decide faster.
OneNote organisation
Capture notes, ideas and meeting actions in one place, organised and searchable on every device.

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FAQs
What does Microsoft 365 Training include?
A library of 190+ short videos and 19 full courses across Microsoft 365, taught by Microsoft MVP Deb Ashby.
Courses include quizzes, challenges, tip sheets and follow-along exercises.
Which Microsoft applications are covered?
Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, OneNote, SharePoint, Power Automate, Power BI, Planner and Microsoft Copilot.
Is this a complete Microsoft 365 skills programme?
It covers the core apps from fundamentals to advanced features.
People can follow a structured course from start to finish, or go straight to a short video on the task they need, such as XLOOKUP with multiple criteria or setting their Teams status.
Is this different from Microsoft Copilot training?
Microsoft 365 Training covers the apps themselves as well as Copilot. All of our Copilot courses are included in the full Microsoft 365 library.
If you only need Copilot, the Copilot playlist can be purchased separately.
Who is the training for?
Anyone who uses Microsoft 365 at work, from people learning the basics to confident users who want faster ways of working.
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Does the content include exercises or downloadable resources?
Yes. Lessons come with tip sheets, shortcut guides, follow-along exercises, transcripts and infographics.
How does Microsoft 365 Training support Copilot adoption?
Copilot works inside the Microsoft 365 apps, so people get more from it when they're confident in Excel, Word, Outlook and Teams.
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Is the content accessible?
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How is the content kept current?
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