Can others use SharePoint that easily? In this article, let’s answer the question “Do outside users in SharePoint need a Microsoft license?” by putting it to a test. Let’s get started. Table of Contents:Who are outside users in SharePoint?SharePoint Licensing BasicsDo they need a Microsoft license?Limits and Restrictions for External Users Who are outside users in SharePoint? Well, let’s clear up first who outside users are, like, are they the same as external users? Technically, these are people who don’t belong to your organization but need access to certain SharePoint sites/files. Here are their key characteristics: External users can collaborate, […]

Can you write formulas in SharePoint? In this guide, I will answer the question if there are column formulas in SharePoint (and yes, there are). Let’s get started. Table of Contents:Calculated Columns and Column FormulasTypes of Column Formulas in SharePoint1. Basic Calculations2. Text Manipulation3. Date Calculations4. Conditional LogicHow to Create a Calculated Column in SharePointStep 1: See all column typesStep 2: Select CalculatedStep 3: Enter the formulaLimitations and Considerations Calculated Columns and Column Formulas Calculated columns and formulas provide a way to automatically manipulate data within lists and libraries. Well, it means that through data in other columns, you can:

Not sure what they are? In this article, I want to discuss CAS files in SharePoint and why they’re irrelevant today with SharePoint Online. Let’s get started. Table of Contents:What are CAS files?Why They’re No Longer Relevant1. Shift to modern SharePoint Online architecture2. Improved, built-in document management and approval features3. Replaced by more integrated and user-friendly solutionsContent Approval Workflows in SharePoint Online What are CAS files? CAS (Content Approval Settings) files were a part of earlier SharePoint versions to manage document approvals. Here are its key aspects: Basically, they helped control which documents could be published or made visible to

Can you make the footer bigger? In this short guide, let’s talk about the SharePoint Online footer and whether or not you can make it bigger. Let’s get started. Table of Contents:SharePoint Online FooterHow to Make the Footer a Little BiggerStep 1: Navigate to “Change the Look”Step 2: Select the extended layoutStep 3: Finish your configurationWhat other options do you have? SharePoint Online Footer If you’re already familiar with a footer, well, it’s simply a customizable area located at the bottom of sites. Here are its key features: Basically, it serves as a navigation tool or an information area for

What do you get with SharePoint? In this guide, I will explain what SharePoint is, its core components, benefits, use cases, and integration. Let’s get started. Table of Contents:What is SharePoint?Core Components of the SharePoint Umbrella1. SharePoint Online2. SharePoint Server3. Microsoft Teams Integration4. OneDrive for Business5. Power Platform IntegrationCommon Use CasesDocument ManagementProject ManagementIntranet and Internal CommunicationBusiness Process AutomationHow This Integrates with Other Microsoft ServicesMicrosoft 365 IntegrationCross-Platform AccessibilityMicrosoft Teams ConnectivityBenefits of Using the SharePoint UmbrellaCentralized CollaborationData Security and ComplianceScalabilityImproved Workflow Automation What is SharePoint? Basically, SharePoint is a versatile platform that’s designed for: The term “SharePoint umbrella” isn’t actually official. 😅

Need to sync with your employer’s SharePoint site? In this guide, I will walk you through syncing your employer’s site in SharePoint down to your computer. Let’s get started. Table of Contents:What do you need for syncing?Step-by-Step Guide to Syncing SharePointStep 1: Initiate the SyncStep 2: Use OneDrive to Complete Sync SetupStep 3: Access Synced Files LocallyTroubleshooting Common Sync Issues What do you need for syncing? As you may have suspected, you need to have full access to the site to be able to sync up with it on your computer. Here’s what you need: Naturally, you need a strong