To keep Microsoft Publisher working you’ll need one-time purchase version of Microsoft Office, one that still includes Publisher. Your options in 2026 are more limited than ever. Microsoft 365’s Publisher stops working in October. Finding a Office perpetual license that includes Publisher requires careful comparison. Here’s a clear breakdown of
Ultra-cheap licenses for Microsoft Office are flooding online marketplaces, promising lifetime access. Under $60 for software that typically retails for hundreds. Are these Microsoft Office deals legal, and will they actually keep working long-term? Before you risk your money here’s what you need to know about how these cut-price Office
Microsoft is finally removing one of the most frustrating email-composition interruptions in Outlook for Windows. The automatic “/” Context IQ file suggestion, an intrusive prompt that often appears whenever users type a slash, is on the way out. Of course, Microsoft can’t admit it made a mistake and has ‘weasel
Need to insert the square root symbol (√) in Microsoft Office? Whether you’re working in Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Outlook, there are several quick and easy ways to add √ to your document, spreadsheet or email. From keyboard shortcuts and Alt codes to Equation tools and symbol menus, here’s how
There’s now a fix for a Microsoft Word security bug that’s been actively exploited “in the wild,”. The flaw could allow attackers to execute malicious code through an opened Word document, putting unpatched systems at risk. Plus an important update to a core part of Windows 11 security is rolling
Microsoft 365 has added more accessiblity features into the Office Math or Equation part of Office. More keyboard shortcuts, better screen reading and paste options. These recent improvements in Microsoft 365 for communicating and collaborating with math were developed in collaboration with the DAISY Consortium, researchers, educators, instructional designers, and
Creating clean, professional-looking stacked fractions in Microsoft Office is easier than many users realize, if you know where to look. The built-in Equation feature lets you insert vertical (stacked) and other fractions quickly, without hacks or manual formatting. Here’s the fastest and most reliable way to add proper mathematical fractions
Microsoft talks about “Office Math” in Microsoft Office but you won’t find that name in Word, Excel, PowerPoint or OneNote. We explain where to find “Office Math” and why it appears under the name “Equation” in Microsoft 365 or Office. Also how to convert “Equation Editor” formulas into modern “Office
Microsoft is officially pulling the plug on legacy printer drivers in Windows 11, and this time it’s not just another warning. Starting in 2026, older printer drivers will be blocked from updates as Microsoft continues its push toward modern, secure printing standards. The move will improve system security and reliability,
Olympic style medal tables (Gold, Silver, Bronze) can be rank correctly in Excel including allowance for joint or equal results. This guide shows how to build an accurate Olympic style rankings table in Excel that match how medal standings are officially calculated. 🥇🥈🥉 VBA and Lambda code included. Use this
Microsoft Office doesn’t make hex color codes obvious, but they’re fully supported if you know where to look. Whether you’re matching brand colors in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Outlook, using hex color codes ensures perfect consistency across documents and presentations. Here’s how hex colors work in Office and how to
Need the real Olympic logo for Word, PowerPoint, or other Office documents? No need to make your own, use unofficial or low-quality versions. Here’s how to find and use the official Olympic logos correctly in Microsoft Office documents, sheets, slides or emails, without copyright or quality issues. Also the correct
Layers in Microsoft Word aren’t obvious, but they’re essential for controlling how text, images, shapes, and other objects overlap. Understanding how Word handles layers helps you avoid layout chaos, fix formatting issues, and design documents that look professional every time. In Microsoft Word, text, images, and shapes can sit on
Linux users still don’t have a native version of Microsoft Office in 2026—but the situation isn’t as simple as “no support.” From Office on the web to workarounds using virtualization and compatibility layers, Microsoft offers limited but usable options for Linux users who rely on Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Here’s
Microsoft’s OneDrive Personal Vault promises extra security for your most sensitive files, but many people misunderstand what it actually does. We explain how OneDrive Personal Vault works, what protections it truly offers, and, just as importantly, what it does not protect, so you can decide whether it’s right for your
Microsoft Word has long struggled with complex layouts, especially when multiple objects, images, and text boxes collide on the page. The overlooked Drawing Canvas offers a cleaner, more predictable alternative to traditional layers and grouping, with precise control over positioning while avoiding many of Word’s most frustrating formatting quirks. Understanding
Taking screenshots is an essential skill across all devices, whether you’re capturing an error message, saving a receipt, or creating a tutorial. This guide explains the fastest and most reliable ways to take screenshots on Windows, Mac, Apple iPhone, iPad and Android devices, including keyboard shortcuts, built-in tools, and tips
Overlaying images, arrows, or shapes in Microsoft Word should be simple, yet many Word users struggle with it because of default settings that don’t tie images to text. In this easy, step-by-step guide, learn how to change text-wrapping and layout settings so you can group, overlay, and move graphics together
Dragging images in Microsoft Word seems quick and convenient, but it’s one of the easiest ways to damage document layout, spacing, and stability as well as raise your blood pressure. Here’s why dragging images in Word is a bad idea and what to do instead. It’s quite possible to just
A “service-side change” in Microsoft Office is Microsoft’s way of quietly changing how Office works, without updating your apps, asking permission, or bothering to tell you first. It’s new terminology so we explain what it is and how to know your computers are up to date. For admins, auditors, and
Microsoft has just released an emergency or out-of-band (OOB) security update to fix a serious Microsoft Office zero-day vulnerability or security bug that’s already being used in real-world attacks. Microsoft 365, Office 2024 and Office 2021 are affected, even ‘old’ Office 2019 & 2016 apps are fixed. This patch was
Pasting content from Microsoft Word often leaves behind bloated, broken HTML that causes layout and formatting problems. There’s a faster, cleaner way to remove Word’s unnecessary markup and produce lightweight, web-ready HTML in seconds and without manual cleanup or guesswork. Anyone who has copied content from Microsoft Word into a
Microsoft’s January 2026 Windows update introduced a series of major bugs that broke Outlook Classic and other essential apps, leaving users facing crashes, freezes, and unusable email profiles. After widespread disruption, particularly for POP and PST accounts, Microsoft finally issued emergency fixes to restore stability, but the fallout highlights deeper
Import PDF data into Excel and refresh it automatically. Microsoft Excel 365 or 2024 for Windows has a refreshable PDF connector that lets you import tables or entire pages from PDF files using the Get & Transform tool. This means you can set up a process once and optionally refresh
