Debbie McCusker
Debbie has been training since 1990. Through her career as a Trainer, she has enjoyed seeing her trainees grow and learn from each class they attend. Debbie s simple, yet detailed training style has benefited many people.
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How to Change AutoCorrect and AutoFormatting in WordMicrosoft Word allows users to setup automatic formatting based on their own personal typing. Using the AutoFormatting option in Word takes only a few minutes and can save precious time.
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How to Use QuickBooks Report FiltersUsing QuickBooks generic reports will provide useful data, but report filters can help specify what you see. Report filters create customized reports when you need them.
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How to Truncate Characters in Excel Using the =LEFT FunctionDisplaying specific data is very simple using the =LEFT and =RIGHT functions in Excel. Follow the step by step instructions in this tutorial and simplify your data needs.
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Easily Update Large Excel SpreadsheetsOften with large Excel spreadsheets, users spend countless hours updating information across sheets. When similar information is being updated, there is a much simpler way. Follow the instructions in this tutorial to simplify Excel and save time. -
Kid-Friendly Museums in PhoenixThere are hundreds of museums in the Phoenix area; but not all are kid-friendly. The ones listed in this article are specifically meant for kids. Kid-friendly museums not only provide entertainment and learning for kids, but parents will enjoy them too. -
Phoenix-Area Water Parks for FamiliesSummer in Phoenix is considered a dry heat; but it is still hot. There are many water parks in the Phoenix area to cool off in. This article lists a few for you to enjoy. -
The Power of Lookup Functions in ExcelExcel spreadsheets can become large and overwhelming at times. To manage large spreadsheets and find data easily, use the =VLOOKUP function as described in this tutorial. -
QuickBooks Tip: Hidden Accounts and ItemsQuickBooks allows Accounts and Items to be marked as "Inactive," thus hiding he Account or Item. However, when needed, these are available for use at any time. -
Tips for Using the T-Mobile Rocket 4G USB Laptop StickThe combination 4G mobile broadband and microSD card Rocket 4G is convenient, light weight, and may be used as needed with no annual contract. -
T-Mobile Rocket 4G USB Laptop Stick ReviewWith all of the buzz about 4G networks, T-Mobile came up with a mobile broadband solution. The T-Mobile Rocket 4G USB laptop stick provides mobile broadband connection at 4G speeds along with an internal microSD card, making it a fast all-in-one gadget. -
QuickBooks Tip: How to Memorize a TransactionThere may be specific transactions that are repeated every week or every month by individuals using QuickBooks. Memorizing a transaction can save valuable time each week or month, allowing more time to be spent on other accounting functions. -
Very Strange Mom BlogsMom blogs are all over the web and many of them talk about the same trials and tribulations that moms deal with every day. These weird mom blogs provide information for all mothers, but they are different enough to catch the mom-reader's attention.
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Is the Tablet Killing the PC?Visit any technology website and you'll probably see an article about the Tablet killing the PC. Thanks to the iPad, Tablets have taken the world by storm. Consumers are looking for ease of use and portability. Should we plan a funeral for PCs? -
PowerPoint 2007 Tip: Photo Albums Made EasierWith PowerPoint 2007, Photo Albums have never been easier. Follow these simple steps to create photo albums with ease. -
Excel 2007 Tip: Data ValidationWhen using Excel for data entry, the Data Validation will help ensure that required information is input into specific cells. This Excel 2007 tip shows exactly how to use Data Validation in a step by step easy to follow manner. -
QuickBooks Tip: How to Memorize a ReportQuickBooks has a handy feature to memorize a report. The "memorize" feature allows users to customize reports by setting filters, changing headers, and editing other specifics and then "memorize" the report for future use. -
Excel 2007 Tip: Fast Copy and PasteExcel 2007 made great advancements when it comes to spreadsheet programs. Many of the ribbon buttons have placed shortcuts at your fingertips. But how could copy and paste ever be improved? Fast copy and paste, that's how. -
How to Use PowerPoint to Create 3D ObjectsPowerPoint presentations can be dull and uninviting. Create 3D objects and enhance your presentation with effective visuals.
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How to Create Groups in QuickBooksWould you like fries with that? Since the invention of grouping items into "meal deals," this question has become obsolete. Use QuickBooks to create groups for your company just as "meal deals" have been created for fast food franchises.
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Excel Tip: Convert Columns to RowsData in Excel can be large. So, what happens when you've typed hundreds of names and other data and now decide the data would be best represented with the columns as rows and vice versa? Converting columns to rows may be done with two simple steps.
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How to Use Excel to Convert Numbers to Roman NumeralsExcel can convert numbers into Roman Numerals as well as days into hours. Use Excel's power to help convert numbers, so that you don't have to.
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Quick and Easy Super Bowl RecipeThis tasty Super Bowl snack is easy to make and very tasty.
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Finding Even and Odd Numbers in ExcelWhen it comes to real estate, most people know that houses on any given street are numbered even on one side of the street and the odd numbered houses are located on the opposite side of the street. How do I use Excel to find even or odd numbers?
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Childrens Technology at CES 2011Moms and dads interested in learning more about technology for kids need to pay special attention to the Kids@Play and MommyTech portion of CES 2011.
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Outlook 2007: Organize Appointments with Automatic FormattingQuite a few people I train understand and use Categories; however, the automatic formatting in Outlook 2007 allows for appointments to automatically format with specific colors based on rules in which you setup.
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QuickBooks Keyboard ShortcutsI've always been a proponent of keyboard shortcuts. The less time you take your hand off the keyboard to use the mouse, the faster and more efficient you will become.
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Top 10 Websites that Ended in 2010On November 19, 2010 the "COICA" (Combating Online Infringement and Counterfeits Act) bill was passed by the U.S. Senate 19-0. This bill simply provides an expedited process of shutting down websites for illegal activity.
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Excel 2007 Tip: Change a Comment ShapePrevious versions of Excel allowed users to change a comment shape by simply selecting the comment and then selecting "Change AutoShape" from the "Drawing" toolbar.
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Guide to Swimming Lessons in PhoenixWhen it comes to swimming safety, we cannot be too careful in Arizona. Swimming lessons are one of the best way to help keep children safe around water.
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PowerPoint Tip: How to Create Multiple Slide MastersWhen a Slide Master is applied, every slide copies the information from the Master such as background image and color, font size and style, headers and footers. What if you want more than one Slide Master?
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Guide to Children's Camps in PhoenixFall break, winter break, spring break, and summer; every year parents continue to struggle with the question, "What to do with the kids during school break?"
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How to Create an Excel Table of ContentsExcel is a spreadsheet program meant to be very powerful. Sometimes powerful means large spreadsheets are created.
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High Tech Gifts for Kids for the HolidaysWhether you decide on the smaller Apple gadgets or the gaming system add-ons; these high-tech gifts are sure to be a crowd pleaser on Christmas Day.
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Two Word Table Tips: Formulas and Plus SignsThere may be times when Excel is not appropriate, but you need a formula within your Word document. Word Tables can not only format data similar to Excel, but formulas may be added to Word Tables as well.
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How to Create Drop Caps in Word 2007Office 2007 was a big transition for Office 2003 users. Many things changed locations and with the addition of the Ribbons, users have had a hard time finding old functions like the Drop Caps.
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PowerPoint Subliminal MessagesUsed in the right circumstances, subliminal messages can be humorous. With PowerPoint, it is very easy to create subliminal messages during a presentation.
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Computer Lingo: Internet Terms ExplainedIn a previous article, I explained basic computer terminology. Computer lingo has increased over the years as the Internet and Smart Phones have come into the picture and as technology has evolved more and more terminology is created.
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Excel Tip: Copy Cells as a PictureSandra, from Phoenix asks, "I'd like to use information from Excel in a PowerPoint presentation. Is there a way to capture a specific cell in Excel as a picture?"
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How to Find a Random Number in ExcelExcel is a powerful spreadsheet formula allowing users to create thousands of formulas. Excel can also handle millions of numbers. But what about those times when you need a random number, for a contest as an example?
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Vertical Align Word DocumentsVertical align Word documents and the text will stretch the length of the entire page.
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How to Print Comments in WordTrack Changes is an excellent way of communicating changes to documents when shared among co-workers or even companies and their clients. However, sometimes these types of documents can be rather large.
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Word 2007 Full Screen ModeMarge, of Phoenix asks, "My company recently upgraded to Word 2007. I present a lot using the full screen mode, but cannot seem to locate this option in Word 2007. Is this functionality still available?"
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Word Ruler TipFran, of Phoenix asks, "I have a document in Word I'm trying to print onto specialized paper. Is there a way to put the measurements into Word and have the document print correctly on this paper?"
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Word Tip: Automatically Add Two Spaces After Each PeriodWord can't exactly automatically add two spaces after a period, but you can change the Spelling & Grammar settings to add two spaces after the end of each sentence.
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Join Cells in ExcelDo you need a Full Name field to import into a particular program? But, you only have First Name and Last Name fields in Excel?
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Customize QuickBooks Icon BarQuickBooks is a powerful software for managing business transactions, but sometimes finding a function within the menus can be time consuming and confusing. Did you know you can customize QuickBooks Icon Bar?
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Customize QuickBooks Invoices and EstimatesQuickBooks Invoices and Estimates have default templates that are laid out correctly for most businesses. But what if you want to add your company's logo or change item locations to the Invoices or Estimates?
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Word AutoCorrect and AutoTextIf you find yourself typing the same information over and over, you may be interested in learning about AutoCorrect and AutoText.
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Set Custom Tabs in WordI see people using the Space Bar in Word to place or align text. Then, there are those that use the Tab keys only to continue pressing the Tab button until the cursor is in the place they wish.
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How to Edit Facebook Privacy SettingsFacebook continues to change it's Privacy Settings, so here's a quick tip on how to edit the settings currently.
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Office 2010: Screen Shots and Screen ClippingSome great features have been added to Office 2010. Two of the new features are "Screen Shots" and "Screen Clipping."
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Create a PowerPoint Presentation from a Word DocumentHave you ever created a Word document and later needed to use it for a PowerPoint presentation?
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Use Black Screens in PowerPointWhen it comes to PowerPoint presentations, there are a few tips to make your presentations more professional. One of these tips is to use black screens.
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Backspace Vs. DeleteBackspace vs. Delete - Do you know the difference between the "Backspace" key and the "Delete" key on your keyboard?
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Office 2007 SmartArtOffice 2007 SmartArt can help create powerful visuals when presenting flowcharts, hierarchies, processes, and more.
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Outlook Voting and Tracking OptionsInstead of just asking a question with e-mail, send the e-mail and setup the Voting & Tracking options.
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Microsoft Office Special CharactersIf you've ever needed to type a Special Character, you may know about the "Insert" option or the "Special Character" keyboard. However, did you know there are shortcut keys for Special Characters?
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IPhone TipsMillions of people have iPhones and love them. My friends in Phoenix with iPhones tell me they love the iPhone and have great reception. They also tell me they don't know how to use all of the features.
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Even More Keyboard ShortcutsWell, the title says it all. There are so many keyboard shortcuts that I had to offer more.
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More Keyboard ShortcutsLet's focus on a special keyboard button. Usually between the ALT and CTRL keys, Windows keyboards have a "Windows Logo" key.
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Word Shortcut Keys and Function KeysI'm always a fan of using the keyboard to speed up typing and functions. Read this article for some handy Word shortcut keys and function keys.
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Swype Technology for Touch Screen DevicesWere you lucky enough to purchase an iPhone 4? Or, did you opt for a Motorola Droid?
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Droid X Tips and TricksThe Droid X offers Swype technology, but as a default the Swype keyboard is turned off. To learn the Swype technology, click the link above to read the article.
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IPad TipsiPad tips can help shorten the learning curve and provide quick steps to items in which you may know a longer way around.
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How to Hide Applications on FacebookI know some people LOVE LOVE LOVE Facebook's "Farmville" and other such games. However, some people are not interested in them and would like to hide these applications.
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Word 2007 Underline Word OptionsIf you've moved to Office 2007, no doubt you've used Word 2007. Many of the functions from older versions of Word are still available, but Office 2007 did well at enhancing the look and presentational flare available.
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How to Resize Attachments in OutlookHow many times have you received an e-mail telling you the recipient has exceeded the file size?
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Office 2007 Tips and Tricks: Quick Access ToolbarBusinesses are finally converting to Office 2007 and I've been told that a particular Phoenix-based company (employee wishes to remain anonymous) is not providing training during the conversion.
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Organize E-mails by Color in OutlookDid you know that you can organize e-mails by color to quickly identify specific e-mails?
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How to Display Non-Printing Characters in WordIf you've used Word for many years or if you used to use Word Perfect, you are probably familiar with nonprinting characters. Nonprinting characters are the "field codes" from Word Perfect.
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Word Tip: AutoScroll and Scrolling OptionsStaci, a Phoenix subscriber of Go Ask Debbie, asks, "When I use the arrows on my scroll bar, Word is now scrolling to each of the sections in my document. How do I make it scroll by page again?"
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Word Tip: Turn Off Screen TipsThose yellow boxes, called Screen Tips, are supposed to help users know what function the button or shortcut will perform. In Word 2007, the Screen Tips are blue and a little larger.
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Computer Lingo: Bits and Bytes ExplainedA few years back I worked in the "Old IBM Punch Card Building" in downtown Phoenix and one of my younger co-workers said, "What do you mean by punch card?"
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Blackberry TipsI'm posting some Blackberry tips for those of us that either love their Blackberry or have decided (or it's been decided for us) to stick with Blackberry for a little while longer.
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More Blackberry TipsIf you're a Blackberry Smartphone user, you definitely have a lot of choices. Recently Blackberry released the Torch to AT&T subscribers and the new Storm2 to various carriers.
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Word Tip: Distribute Columns and Rows EvenlyWhen a table is created in Word, the default sets each column to the same width and each row to the same height. However, if you have changed anything or have received the file from another person, the columns or rows may not be distributed evenly.
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Word 2007 Recent Document ListMark, a Phoenix subscriber to Go Ask Debbie, asks, "How do I change the number of recent documents showing in the recent list in Word 2007?" The Word 2007 recent document list may be customized for each user.
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Edit Messages in OutlookThere may be various reasons a user would like to edit a message without forwarding or replying.
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Change Font Size in OutlookFor those that may have a hard time viewing e-mails in Outlook, you do not have to live with the current font. You can change font size in Outlook.
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How to Turn Off Google InstantIf you've used Google lately, you may have noticed the search results started appearing as you typed. This is the new "Google Instant" in action.
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Outlook Tip: Organize ContactsWhen working with Contacts in Outlook, users will be more productive when they organize Contacts appropriately.
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3 Easy Steps to Change Outlook Group Fax NumbersIf you use Outlook for contacts, you undoubtedly have many contacts working at the same company. So, what happens if the company changes the fax number?
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Outlook Date Fields TipsThe holiday season is coming up and many people may be counting down to a specific holiday.
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How to Redirect an E-mail in OutlookWhen a user forwards an email, recipients who reply will not be able to reply to the original sender. In Outlook, when you "Redirect" an email, the original email is kept in tact, allowing users to "Reply" to the original sender.
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Outlook Tip: Clean Up E-mails when Forwarding and ReplyingHow many times have you received a forwarded e-mail with a bunch characters such as ">" next to every line of text? These extra characters can make it very hard to read e-mails.
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Outlook Delay or Schedule Sending MessagesEver wonder how you can receive an e-mail from someone who is out of the office, without computer access? Delay or schedule sending messages in Outlook and you too can appear to be working when you're not!
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Outlook Preview Pane OptionsThe Outlook Preview Pane, also called the "Reading Pane," allows for some customization.
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Use Outlook to View Your Favorite Sports Team's ScheduleVisit your team's website, locate the .csv file, download and save the file. Then you may import the schedule into Outlook.
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How to Create Contacts from the Same Company in OutlookWe've seen companies in Phoenix close their doors after many years of business in our community. Some employees are lucky enough to find new jobs. When they do, you need to update their Contact information in Outlook.
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Outlook Meeting RequestsOutlook Meeting Requests are a helpful way to keep organized, for the requester and the attendees alike. There are some options when it comes to Meeting Requests.
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Find Related Messages in OutlookOutlook 2007 created something called "Conversation View." This view provides a list of all related messages. It helps users stay organized and pulls all related messages together for easy viewing.
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3 Easy Steps to Master Slides in PowerPointPowerPoint has the option for "Headers and Footers" much like Word and Excel. However, it is very limited. To create Headers and Footers that are not limited, use Master Slides.
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PowerPoint AnimationsIf you use PowerPoint, you need to learn a few tips about Animations. PowerPoint Animations can bring your presentation to life. Animations also help with timing of certain aspects of the presentation.
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How to Create PowerPoint Rehearsed TimingsPowerPoint Presentations can be very professional, but did you know that PowerPoint Presentations can run by themselves? PowerPoint Rehearsed Timings allow users to record presentations based on slide timings that are set by the presenter.
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PowerPoint Paste Special FunctionPowerPoint is a useful and professional presentation software used by millions. Do you know the "Paste Special" function allows you to insert data from other programs, but not just as data - you can insert the data as a picture, for example.
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More PowerPoint ShortcutsWith school in session for nearly a month now in Phoenix, I've had plenty of parents asking me questions about PowerPoint. Schools in the Phoenix area use PowerPoint and many require the students to use PowerPoint for homework and presentations.
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7 PowerPoint Keyboard ShortcutsMost people know how to scroll through a PowerPoint presentation using the mouse to move forward and backward from screen to screen. However, when it comes to other things, most people tend to get stuck.
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Add Rolling Credits to Your PowerPoint PresentationYou've spent countless hours to prepare your PowerPoint presentation. Now, give credit to those that helped - add rolling credits to your PowerPoint presentation.
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4 Easy Steps to Clean Your ComputerYour computer needs cleaned on a regular basis, just as anything else. However, it is only recommended that you clean your computer about every six months.
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Word Personalized BulletsWe've all seen it, the bullets setup in a Word document that look like someone just chose a template or clicked on the button for bullets on the toolbar.
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5 Ways to Select Text in WordMicrosoft Word, and other similar word processing programs, allows you to select text in many different ways depending on your needs. As with most software these days, there are many ways to do the same thing. I will mention a few.
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How to Fix Disappearing Zeros in ExcelHave you ever typed in a number into a cell in Excel, only to have it delete the Zeros at the beginning of your number? In this article, we show you a simple way of getting the "disappearing zeros" back into the cell.
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Excel Zoom to SelectionWorking with big spreadsheets in Excel can make anyone's eyes start to get blurry. Excel has a feature which allows you to Zoom in to a specific selection you may be working with.
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Excel Tip: Paste Special, Skip BlanksExcel Paste Special has an option called "Skip blanks." The skip blanks allows users to copy entire sections of data (even with blank columns) and paste the data within another area without overwriting the existing data with blanks.
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Excel Tip: ValidationValidation allows the creator to setup specific cells to contain a list. The list is the only allowable input into that specific cell.
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Excel: Formulas that Change with YouDaniel, a Tucson subscriber of Go Ask Debbie, asks, "How can I setup a formula that changes when I add more data?" Ah, formulas that change with you - something that is very easy in Excel, but many people are not taught this simple solution.
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Excel: Sum on Status BarExcel provides the "Sum" of data on the status bar. Simply highlight the data you want to "Sum" and the status bar will provide the results. No need to create or show a formula on the spreadsheet.
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Excel 2007 Conditional FormattingConditional formatting in Excel allows users to highlight data that matches certain criteria. Sometimes there is no need to create a pivot table or subtotals, conditional formatting is just the trick.
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Excel Tip: Rank FormulaSteve from Phoenix is looking for a way of ranking his sales representatives by revenue for a local company. Excel's Rank formula works perfectly for this.
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Use Excel to Create a Check RegisterThere are numerous software programs available to use as check registers. What if I showed you how to use Excel to create a check register? You wouldn't have to purchase software and it's really easy to setup in Excel.
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Control How Windows Appear on the Taskbar in ExcelFor the past few versions of Excel, each workbook opens in a new window on the Taskbar. This is the default. However, users can control how windows appear on the Taskbar in Excel.
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Excel Date Functions Made EasyExcel has many date functions; some can calculate years of employment. Basic date formulas are very simply explained in this tutorial.
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Excel IF FunctionThe Excel IF Function is one of the most widely used functions in Excel and one of the most requested items on which to train users. The IF Function is actually fairly easy when it is broken down into components.
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Excel COUNTIF FunctionWhen filtering data, the rows that do not meet the filter are hidden. However, if you need to count the rows, Excel sees every row within a given range (even if they are hidden). Therefore, using the COUNTIF Function is the best solution.
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How to Find and Replace Wildcards in ExcelWhen using the Find and Replace function in Excel, Wildcards cannot be found. We must remember that Excel is a spreadsheet program and that means there will be times when it doesn't work with text in a friendly manner.
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How to Copy Visible Cells Only in ExcelWhen working with Subtotals and Filters in Excel, it can be frustrating when trying to copy this data to another location. Excel copies all data. It cannot differentiate the hidden cells. Or can it?
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How to Display Data Labels on a Microsoft Excel ChartMicrosoft Excel charts are a great way to display data in a visual fashion. When there are a lot of data, the information can be overwhelming and difficult to determine values. Display data labels and Excel charts become crystal clear.
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How To Automatically Add Decimals in Microsoft ExcelIf you work frequently with numbers in Microsoft Excel, like accounting, you can save time by turning on decimals. Excel allows users to type three digits, such as 213 and automatically convert the number to 2.13 without the user typing the decimal.
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7 Easy Steps to Create a MacroCreating macros seems foreign language to many Excel users. However, it only takes 7 steps to create a macro. Macros are simply recorded steps of tasks performed on a regular basis. Create a macro in Excel and save time repeating steps.
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How to Scale Printing in ExcelMany Excel spreadsheets can use multiple pages of paper to print. However, when you scale the printing, you can print much more, using much less paper.
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How to Add Watermarks to DocumentsIf you've ever seen the word "DRAFT" or "SAMPLE" across a document, you know what a watermark is. Watermarks are simply graphics that are placed behind text in a lighter coloring. However, do you know how to create watermarks for your documents?
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4 Ways to Save a File as PDFOne of the most standard and readable formats for documents is PDF. Microsoft Office 2007 and 2010 allow users to save files as PDF. If you do not have 2007 or 2010, you may still save documents in PDF format.
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6 Steps to an Ergonomical WorkstationAn ergonomical workstation can help prevent injuries, yet many people have not setup their workstation properly. Simple changes can be made to make your desk ergonomically correct.
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Outlook E-mail MergeLearn how to E-mail merge using Outlook and Word. This video shows you step by step, including personalizing the E-mails.
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4 Easy Steps to Create a Form in ExcelThis article shows four (4) easy steps to create a form in Excel. Forms in Excel can be overwhelming; but when made simple, just about anyone can create them. Excel forms can simplify Timesheets, Expense forms, and more.
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Coach Toby's Baseball TripHilarious video of Coach Toby diving into 2nd base.
