To save time on tasks you do often, bundle the steps into a macro. First, you record the macro. Then you can run the macro by clicking a button on the Quick Access Toolbar or pressing a combination of keys.

Supported languages. Read Aloud uses the proofing language set for the document. To change the language, see the help article Fix text-to-speech reading in wrong language.. Voices. Depending on your platform, text-to-speech (TTS) uses software that comes built into your device or by a Microsoft service.

There are a couple of ways to move or transfer your files: Use File Explorer or Finder to copy files to another OneDrive. If you have OneDrive setup for both work/school and personal accounts, you can copy your files from one folder to another.

Note: Microsoft is updating the way we ask for permission to use your voice data to improve Microsoft products that use our speech recognition technology.This may impact the data you see on your privacy dashboard. To learn more about these changes, see How does Microsoft protect my privacy while improving its speech recognition technology?

Get started with basic tasks in Excel such as opening a workbook, entering and formatting data, calculating data, and trying some quick analysis features..

Notes: To get to desktop icon settings in Windows 8.1, swipe in from the right edge of the screen, then select Search.Type desktop icons in the search box, and then select Show or hide common icons on the desktop.

Get the most out of your subscription with expert advice and support from small business advisors. Business Assist for Microsoft 365 is designed for small businesses to give you and your employees around-the-clock access to small business advisors as you grow your business, from onboarding to everyday use.

Note: Depending on the complexity, legibility, and the amount of text shown in the picture you’ve inserted, this command may not be immediately available on the menu that appears when you right-click the picture.If OneNote is still reading and converting the text in the image, wait a few moments and then try again. Some results may take up to 24-48 hours to become available.

With the file request feature in OneDrive or Sharepoint, you can choose a folder where others can upload files using a link that you send them.

Note: If a compatibility issue has been identified on your device that would disrupt your experience using Windows 11, we will temporarily delay your upgrade until the issue is resolved.Compatibility safeguard holds help ensure you have the best experience possible when upgrading and your productivity is not disrupted if critical apps or drivers are not yet compatible.