Excel files bloat from ghost used ranges, formatting, pivot caches, and images. These quick fixes massively cut the size of ...

Ever since Microsoft introduced Python in Excel, I have treated it as a ‘someday’ project. I knew Python integration was the ...

Google today released its 2025 Year in Search list, but don’t mistake it for a ranking of the “top searches” or the “most searched” terms. This year’s recap focused on trending queries – the topics ...

When you open an Excel file after downloading it, it opens in Protected View by default. However, some users cannot edit the file even after enabling editing. They ...

The big picture: The Windows ecosystem has offered an unparalleled level of backward compatibility for decades. However, Microsoft is now working to remove as many legacy technologies as possible in ...

Attackers are increasingly exploiting generative AI by embedding malicious prompts in macros and exposing hidden data through parsers. The switch in adversarial tactics — noted in a recent State of ...

So far this year, electricity use in the US is up nearly 4 percent compared to the same period the year prior. That comes after decades of essentially flat use, a change that has been associated with ...

Doug Wintemute is a staff writer for Forbes Advisor. After completing his master’s in English at York University, he began his writing career in the higher education space. Over the past decade, Doug ...

Have you ever found yourself staring at a sprawling Excel workbook, wondering if you’re using the right tool for the job? Between Power Query, Power Pivot, and VBA, it’s easy to feel like you’re ...

Google hasn’t done a full cannonball into the large language model (LLM) pool, but they’re definitely in the water. On May 20, Google launched AI Mode to all U.S. searchers, marking its most ...

Not sure if tracking macros is right for you? This guide breaks down how to do it in a simple, low-stress way that helps you stay consistent and avoid burnout. If you’re weighing the pros and cons of ...