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How to calculate percentages in Excel

Percentages aren't always easy to calculate, but one of the best tools in Excel's toolbox is calculating percentages for you. Here's how to do it.
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How to add page numbers in Microsoft Word

A feature that makes Microsoft Word documents more accessible for navigation is page numbers. Here's a guide on how to add page numbers in Microsoft Word.

How to create a pivot table in Excel to slice and dice your data

Here's how to create a pivot table in Excel to slice and dice your data, letting you perform in-depth analyses and spot important trends.
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How to set an ‘Out of Office’ message in Microsoft Teams

Here's how to let your colleagues know you're not available on Microsoft Teams.
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How to delete or hide chats in Microsoft Teams

Getting rid of your Microsoft Teams messaging is a great way to keep your user dashboard looking fresh. Here’s how to delete and hide your Teams talks.
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The most common Microsoft Teams problems and how to fix them

Microsoft Teams serves as a vital link for businesses and organizations that helps ensure seamless communication. Here's how to fix some common problems.
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How to keep your Microsoft Teams status active

Learn how to keep Microsoft Teams active so you never appear as Away to your boss and are always reachable for calls and messages.
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NordPass vs. Proton Pass: best free and low-cost password manager

I went hands-on with NordPass and Proton Pass, two of the best password managers, comparing features and costs to help you make the right choice.
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How you can try OpenAI’s new o1-preview model for yourself

The latest model, previously known as Project Strawberry, is already available to try for Plus and Teams subscribers.
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The best photo printers you can buy in 2024

The best photo printers deliver high-quality photo prints at home, in the office, or on the go. Here are some of our favorite photo printers.

How to find duplicates in Excel

Microsoft Excel is perhaps the most powerful spreadsheet application you can buy. But it also has some simple functions, like finding duplicates in data.
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How to use concatenate in Excel

Concatenate merges the data you have inserted into columns into its own cell or column in Excel. Let’s take a look at how to use concatenate in Excel.
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OpenAI Project Strawberry: Here’s everything we know so far

Strawberry, the next-generation large language model, could arrive as soon as this fall from OpenAI.
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How to reset your BIOS

Resetting your BIOS can be a great way to fix common boot problems, undo a broken overclock, or undo a system change you regret. Here's how to do it.
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The best VPN for multiple devices in 2024

We've found the best VPNs to protect your privacy on all your devices with enough simultaneous connections to share with friends and family.
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How to convert Excel files to Google Sheets

Google Sheets is known for its versatility, namely its compatibility with Excel files. Here's a guide on how to convert Excel files to Google Sheets.

How to add a column in Excel

Adding a new column to either an entire spreadsheet or just a portion is an easy thing to do in Microsoft Excel. Here's how.
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How to make a graph in Excel

Graphs in Excel help break down your data into an easily digestible format. Here’s how to make a graph in Microsoft Excel.
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How to use ChatGPT to write Excel formulas

Need a formula for your Excel spreadsheet in a flash? Try ChatGPT. In this guide, we'll show you how to write Excel formulas using ChatGPT.
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How to wrap text in Microsoft Excel

Text wrapping isn't just for word processors. You can wrap text in spreadsheets too. Here's how to wrap text in Microsoft Excel using two different methods.
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The best free VPNs for 2024

We tried the best free VPNs that protect your personal data from hackers and advertisers at no cost and without cutting speed or features.
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How to subtract in Excel

Subtraction methods in Excel aren't the quickest or simplest, but if you need to get it done, we can show you how to subtract in Excel. Here's how.
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How to multiply in Excel

Multiplying numbers in Excel isn't always the easiest thing to do, but it can be done. Here's how to do it in four ways, depending on what you need to multiply.
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How to create a drop-down list in Excel on Windows and Mac

Adding a drop-down list in Excel is a quick and efficient way to choose predefined data. Here's how to create a drop-down list in Microsoft Excel.
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How to password-protect an Excel file on Windows and Mac

Sending Excel files containing crucial financial and business data has risks. To add a layer of protection, you should learn to password protect an Excel file.
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How to freeze rows and columns in Excel

Looking for a way to make your Excel spreadsheets read more clearly? Why not try freezing some of the rows and columns. Here’s how.
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Here’s how to quickly and easily convert a PDF to Excel

Excel gives you tons of options for editing, but what if your file is a PDF? Here's how to convert a PDF into an Excel file with ease. Just follow these steps.
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How to use VLOOKUP in Excel

The VLOOKUP function is one of the most useful when pulling information from an Excel database. Here's how it works and how you can start using it in your work.
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How to lock cells in Excel

Locking cells in a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet is among the most commonly used functions. Here’s a guide on how to lock cells in Excel.
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What is Microsoft Edge and how to use it

Wondering if you should use Microsoft Edge on your computer? We’ll explain the web browser and its history along with how to use it and make it your own.
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How to merge and unmerge cells in Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Excel has numerous powerful data analysis functions, but sometimes you need to do something simple like merge some cells. Here's how.
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The best password managers for 2024

The internet can be a scary place, especially without a proper password manager. Here's a list of the best password managers you can get right now.
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How to create a Powerpoint Presentation

Powerpoint presentations are a great way to share information with a team or to make a presentation to a group. Here's how to make one.
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How to join a Microsoft Teams meeting

If you have an important call coming up, we're here to tell you how to join a Microsoft Teams meeting in four easy ways.