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Moving From Evernote to Notion? How to Do It Right

Ready to make the move to Notion after using Evernote? Learn how to move from Evernote to Notion the right way.

How to Convert Audio Files to Text

Text-to-speech software helps narrate stories, dictate content, and more. This tutorial shows how to convert audio files to text.

How to Create a Mind Map in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Create a visual display of your ideas, concepts, or other brainstorming topics by making a mind map in Microsoft Word, Excel, or PowerPoint.

Asana vs. Trello: Should You Migrate From One to the Other?

When considering Asana vs. Trello, which one really is the best? Is the grass greener on the other side? Find out whether you should migrate.

Looking for a Notion Alternative? Try These 15 Options

Notion is great, but there also plenty of other great choices. Here are some of the best Notion alternatives for you.

How to Extract Images From a PowerPoint or Google Slides Presentation

Received a presentation that has some great visuals? Learn how to extract images from PowerPoint without compromising the quality.

What Is Kanban and How Can You Use It?

If your method of project management isn’t working as well as you’d like, maybe it’s time to try the Kanban technique.

How to Add a Watermark in Microsoft Excel

Searching for the Watermark button in Excel with no luck? There may not be a button, but you can still insert a watermark in Excel.

How to Use Conditional Formatting in Microsoft Outlook

To quickly and easily spot certain emails in your inbox, you can set up conditional formatting in Microsoft Outlook.

How to Use Filters in Microsoft Excel

Finding the data you need can be difficult on large spreadsheets. In Excel, you can use filters to locate that data quickly.

Looking for Microsoft Project Alternatives? Try These 8 Options

Tired of the the high costs of Microsoft Project and using multiple tools for project management? Try these Microsoft Project alternatives.

How to Create, Customize, and Edit Lists in Google Docs

You can do more with lists in Google Docs than you may think. You can create, customize, and edit five different list types.

How to Create a Calendar in Google Sheets From Scratch

Make your calendar your own way. Create a daily or weekly schedule or a dynamic monthly calendar from scratch in Google Sheets.

10 Free Notion Budget Templates to Manage Your Money

If you use Notion to manage tasks, travels, and notes, why not your budget? These free Notion budget templates will get you started.

11+ OneNote Templates for Productivity

Need a schedule, planner, or notebook for work? Check out this collection of Microsoft OneNote templates for productivity.

How to Create a Venn Diagram in Microsoft PowerPoint

To visually display relationships between items that include similarities and differences, learn how to create a Venn diagram in PowerPoint.

Set Up a Block Schedule in Outlook Calendar for Increased Productivity

Manage both your tasks and your time with block scheduling. Learn how to set up this feature in the Microsoft Outlook Calendar.

How to Use the Chrome Task Manager on Windows and macOS

The Chrome Task Manager is so useful that it’s surprising more people don’t know it exists. Learn how to open it and what to use it for.

How to Use Microsoft Outlook Rules to Manage Your Inbox

Instead of manually moving, flagging, or marking emails, find out how to use Microsoft Outlook rules to manage your inbox automatically.

How to Create a Chart in Microsoft PowerPoint

Add a helpful visual to your slideshow that attractively displays your company’s data. This guide shows how to create a chart in PowerPoint.

12 Obsidian Tricks to Make Your Notes More Interesting!

Take better notes with these Obsidian tricks that are sure to make anything you jot down much more pleasing to the eye!

How to Create and Use Email Templates in Microsoft Outlook

Save time by creating email templates in Outlook. You can reuse your templates by making slight changes, then send the messages on their way.

How to Use Stable Diffusion to Create AI-Generated Images

Want the power of AI image generation for free and with no restrictions? This tutorial on Stable Diffusion will show you how.

How to Use Microsoft Outlook Categories to Organize Email

Do you want a better way to organize your inbox and spot emails at a glance? Learn how to use color-coded categories in Microsoft Outlook.

How to Insert Sparklines (Mini Charts) in Microsoft Excel

Want a visual display of your data but don’t have room for a large chart? Take advantage of sparklines (tiny charts) in Excel.

Teamly Review: Remote Team Management Made Easy

Tired of having to use numerous communication tools to manage remote teams? This review shows how Teamly helps with team and project management.

How to Make a Zero-Based Budget in Microsoft Excel

Are you having trouble budgeting your personal or business finances? Learn how to do zero-based budgeting in Microsoft Excel.

MiniTool MovieMaker Review

MiniTool MovieMaker claims it pts pro level editing in the hands of non-professionals. This review puts that claim to the test.

How to Track Stocks in Google Sheets

If you have an interest in securities or invest in particular stocks, this guide shows you two easy ways to keep track in Google Sheets.

How to Add a Background in Microsoft Word

Spruce up your brochure or flyer with a Microsoft Word background. Use a color, gradient, or picture to make an eye-catching document.

How to Insert, Format, and Link Text Boxes in Microsoft Word

Place text anywhere in your document: put it inside a shape or rotate it. All of this is possible with text boxes in Word.

How to Use the Eisenhower Matrix to Manage Your Tasks

Having trouble prioritizing your tasks? This tutorial explains how to use the Eisenhower Matrix method of task management.

How to Transpose Data in Microsoft Excel

Turn columns into rows or rows into columns in just minutes. This guide shows two methods to transpose data in Microsoft Excel.

4 Ways to Turn Emails Into Tasks in Microsoft Outlook

Creating tasks manually takes time, but you can turn email into tasks in Microsoft Outlook. This guide show four options.

UPDF Review: Feature-Rich PDF Editor

Looking for an easy-to-use PDF app to supercharge your workflow? UPDF features a diverse set of editing features and reading modes.

How to Add and Format Page Numbers in Microsoft Word

Whether you have a lengthy document or are required to format it a certain way, this guide shows how to add page numbers in Microsoft Word.

Head On: Stress Release App Review – Free, Accessible Relief

Need a quick dose of stress relief? See how the completely free app Head On: Stress Release makes it simple and easy to manage your stress.

4 Ways to Combine Text in Microsoft Excel

Whether you want to join first and last names or cities and states, we show you a few easy ways to combine text in Excel.

How to Use a Slicer to Filter a Table in Microsoft Excel

Are you looking for a quick and easy way to filter data in your table or pivot table? Take a look at how to use a Slicer in Microsoft Excel.

How to Use Hyperlinks in Google Docs

Make life just a bit easier for your readers or even for yourself. Use hyperlinks in Google Docs for websites, files, and more.

How to Insert the Copyright Symbol Anywhere Online

Need the copyright symbol, but can’t find it on your keyboard? Learn various ways to insert the copyright symbol anywhere online.

How to Create and Customize Tables in Microsoft Word

When you want to structure information in a Word document, a table is the way to go. This guide show how to create and customize tables in Word

10 Obsidian Community Plugins You Have to Install

Take a peek at our top Obsidian plugins! Customize your vault even further and make your day-to-day note-taking easier.

10 Ways to Compress PDF Documents on Desktop and Mobile

Find out how to compress PDF documents and files on Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS devices to save space on your devices.

How to Insert a PDF Into a Microsoft Word Document

Making a reference to a PDF in Word? This tutorial shows various ways to insert a PDF into a Microsoft Word document.

5 Useful Advanced Excel Formulas You Should Know

If you’re ready to take a deeper dive into Microsoft Excel, we have some useful advanced functions with their formulas you’ll appreciate.

5 Ways to Capture Information in OneNote

This complete guide shows various methods to capture web page, email messages, screenshots, and handwritten and voice notes in OneNote.

How to Set Up Automatic Forwarding in Outlook

Do you want to keep your email in another inbox? Do that easily with Outlook: forward email messages automatically.

How to Check the Word Count in Google Sheets

Google Sheets may not have a built-in word counter, but there are a few ways to easily get a Google Sheet word count.

Looking for Google Sheets Calendar Templates? Try These 10 Options

Need an easy way to keep track of your week, month, or year? Try these great Google Sheets calendar templates that you can customize.