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The Format Painter Trick in Word You Probably Missed

Consistency is key when working in PowerPoint and Word, but manually reapplying formatting across multiple sections can be a pain. That’s why my #1 tip for quick and consistent formatting is to double-click the Format…

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How to Use Microsoft Stream in SharePoint: Embed Videos, Create Playlists & Improve Training

Microsoft Stream makes it incredibly easy to create, organise, and share video content within SharePoint. Whether you’re rolling out a new SharePoint solution or need to provide ongoing training, Stream allows you to deliver engaging,…

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SharePoint Quick Tip: Always Duplicate Web Parts Before Editing

Making changes to a SharePoint page can be tricky, especially when editing web parts. A small mistake can disrupt your layout or remove important content. That’s why my #1 tip when editing web parts is…

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My Top Five Web Parts in SharePoint

Once you understand what web parts are and how they work, the next step is knowing which ones can make the biggest impact on your SharePoint pages. With so many available, it can be overwhelming…

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What Are Web Parts in SharePoint?

If you’ve ever built or customised a SharePoint site, you’ve likely come across web parts. These are the building blocks that allow you to create dynamic and engaging pages without needing to write any code.…

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What is SharePoint? A Practical Guide with Real-World Examples

If you’ve ever searched “what is SharePoint”, you’ve probably found the same generic definition: “SharePoint is a web-based collaboration platform from Microsoft.” Whilst this is technically correct, that doesn’t explain how it can transform the…

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Latest Copilot Updates to Improve Productivity

Microsoft is going all-in on AI, and Copilot is at the centre of this transformation. Over the past few months, we’ve seen major updates to Copilot across Microsoft 365 apps, making AI-powered productivity a reality.…

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SharePoint Quick Tip: Send a Document for Approval in Just a Few Clicks

Welcome to Your Weekly Simplify Your Workflow Insight! This week’s Simplify Your Workflow tip is all about the send-for-approval workflow. Ever needed to get a document signed off yesterday? We’ve all been there. Whether it’s a policy…

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Implementing a Legal Document Management System in SharePoint

A well-structured Legal Document Management System (DMS) is essential for law firms to manage case files efficiently, maintain confidentiality, and improve collaboration. Without a proper system, firms risk lost documents, inconsistent version control, security breaches,…

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What is a Functional Classification Scheme?

When setting up or refining a SharePoint environment, one of the most effective ways to structure documents is through a functional classification scheme. This method ensures information is organised based on business functions rather than…

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A Guide to SharePoint Site Structure: Hub Sites, Sites & Best Practices

If you’ve worked with SharePoint for a while, you might remember the old days of subsites—where sites were deeply nested under one another in a rigid hierarchy. Those days are over! Today, SharePoint follows a…

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