Digital Technologies

Excel Quick Tip-Flash Fill

Have you been using excel for years but never really took the time to take a full course to learn what it can all do? Not to worry, this Excel Quick Tip series will give you little sample bites of options that are out there to explore!

This 46 second video will show you how to use the Flash Fill feature in Excel.

If we already have you hooked and you can’t wait for the next quick tip, then check out other topics in the 49 min LinkedIn Learning course on Excel Quick Tips.

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What is the Metaverse?

In this 3:36 min LinkedIn Learning video, instructor and metaverse authority, Cathy Hackl gives an overview of what the metaverse is, explains some of the fundamental principles and technologies, and guides you through key concepts to consider for your metaverse strategy.

This video is a snippet from the 41 min LinkedIn Learning course, What Business Leaders Need to Know about Web3 (+Metaverse).

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Shooting a Successful Self-Portrait with a Phone

In The Practicing Photographer, photographer and teacher Ben Long shares a weekly serving of photographic instruction and inspiration. Each installment focuses on a photographic shooting scenario, a piece of gear, or a software technique.

This 7:18 installment, Shooting a Successful Self-Portrait with a phone, gives tips and tricks for taking a professional self-portrait.

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Save Time with Mail Merge in Word

Need to create and address emails, letters, envelopes, or labels in bulk? Mail Merge is a key feature in Microsoft Word that speeds up and simplifies this process. Many people assume Mail Merge is complicated and reserved for power uses. Not so! In this mini course, Jess Stratton steps through how to create and address hundreds of emails, letters, and labels in seconds with this powerful feature.

This 1:19 video clip, How does Mail Merge Work is a snapshot from the 24 min LinkedIn Learning course, Word: Mail Merge for Beginners.

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Convert a Word or PDF form or Quiz to Microsoft Forms

Did you know? You can import and convert your existing Word or PDF surveys or quizzes, on your local hard drive, directly into Microsoft Forms. You can also review and edit the form or quiz in Microsoft Forms before you send it out!

Go to the Microsoft Support page to learn more.

New to Microsoft Forms? Check out the Microsoft Forms Essential Training offered through LinkedIn Learning.

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Collaborative Tools: Microsoft Whiteboard in Teams

Looking for a tool to help improve the effectiveness of your brainstorming sessions?

With key goals and approaches in mind, there are a variety of digital brainstorming tools for in-person, virtual and hybrid sessions. Watch this 4:24 min video clip to learn more about the digital whiteboard brainstorming tool in Microsoft Teams.

Hint: This is just one of a series of 15 short video recordings that explore different brainstorming tools. You might want to check them all out!

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Essential Keyboard Shortcuts 

If you’re new to Windows 10 or have never got around to setting it up to your liking, a little customization can go a long way! Create an easy-to-navigate and more personalized experience on your PC with these tips and tricks.

In this 3:30 min video clip you will see why using keyboard shortcuts are useful for all populations now, including those who have trouble reading icons, those who want a smoother workflow and anyone who’s familiar or wants to be familiar with the keyboard.

Note: This video is a snippet from the Customizing Windows 10 for Accessibility and Ease of Use (59 minutes) course.

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The ‘Five-Point Tech Check’

Are you confused with all the different applications available in our ever-changing workplace? Watch this 2:30 min video clip to learn more about the ‘Five-Point Tech Check’ to help you stay on point.

Hint: Don’t stop there, these video clips demonstrate successful micro-habits that will help you preserve work-life-blending to avoid burnout and exhaustion.

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Making Documents More Accessible

Looking for ways to make your documents, memos and reports accessible to all? Check out this 5:49 min video clip by David Rivers as he resolves accessibility issues in your documents.

Make documents more accessible with Accessibility Checker also explores features to help you get the most out of Microsoft Office for your workflow.

For additional AC online resources on accessibility, please do not forget to check these out: Basic Guidelines & Resources for Creating Accessible Documents.

Thank you, Kina Simmonds for sharing your Employee Learning Moment tip with us this week! Kina works in Communications & External Relations in the President’s Office.

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