I’m all about making life easier. Sometimes the quick way is the better way! I have a few tips/tricks that I’ve been using for so long and to me, are simple, so I assume that everyone knows them. Alas, sometimes I’m wrong. So just to share them:
- Running multiple programs? Dumb question, when are we not? If you hold down the ALT key and tap TAB then you can cycle through your open programs. Just keep hitting TAB until you find the program you’re looking for.
- In Windows you can open up the Windows Explorer easily by pressing the flag key (looks like a flying MS logo) and M. Pressing the flag key on it’s own opens up the start menu.
- You can insert the current date in an Excel spreadsheet by holding down CTRL and pressing the ; key.
- In Word if you need to go back to a section you were just editing, press Shift F5.
- Change your outgoing VM message every day. Coworkers and clients will know you’re in the office and not have to wonder. If you have a long meeting or training, mention that too.
- If you use Lotus Notes double clicking your right mouse button closes documents. (If you have it turned on, File > Preferences > User Preferences > Basics > Additional Options)
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