Posts by Joaoferreira

What’s new for SharePoint – November 2024

November was an action-packed month with a flurry of updates from Microsoft Ignite, promising exciting changes for SharePoint users. Let’s dive into some of the standout features:

First up, Agents in OneDrive are set to revolutionize how you manage your files. Then, there’s the Page Creation Assistance from Microsoft Copilot in SharePoint, which uses advanced AI to help you craft engaging web pages effortlessly. And don’t miss OneDrive’s Catch up with Copilot, designed to keep you on top of your tasks and files.

But that’s just the tip of the iceberg! There’s so much more to explore, so make sure to check out the full article to stay updated on all the latest developments.

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By João Ferreira Dec 9, 2024 What's new 0 Comments

Revolutionizing Content Creation in SharePoint: A New Era Begins

The world of SharePoint is about to change in a big way. With the latest updates from Microsoft Ignite 2024, creating content in SharePoint is going to be easier, more engaging, and visually stunning. This article will explain how, focusing on three key features: the Copilot content generator, design ideas, and flexible layout.

The days of making SharePoint not look like SharePoint are gone, and I bet that soon you will start hearing people wanting to make their site look like SharePoint. Don’t miss out on these exciting new features—check it out and start transforming your SharePoint sites today!

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By João Ferreira Nov 25, 2024 Pages 0 Comments

What is New for SharePoint and Related Technologies from Microsoft Ignite 2024

Welcome to my annual post with the updates for SharePoint and related technologies from Microsoft Ignite! For those new to the event, Microsoft Ignite is one of the premier conferences for IT professionals, showcasing the latest innovations and product updates from Microsoft. This year, the event was held from November 18-22, 2024, in Chicago, both in-person at the McCormick Place West and online.

In this post, I’ll explore the exciting new features and enhancements for SharePoint and related technologies unveiled at Ignite 2024. From AI-driven improvements to enhanced collaboration tools, there’s a lot to cover.

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By João Ferreira Nov 20, 2024 SharePoint, Viva Amplify, Viva Connections, What's new 0 Comments

How to Create Your First Copilot Agent in SharePoint

Managing and accessing large amounts of information efficiently is crucial and SharePoint now offers a unique feature called Copilot agents. These AI-powered assistants help streamline workflows and enhance collaboration by providing quick and accurate answers to your queries based on the content in your SharePoint sites and document libraries.

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By João Ferreira Nov 19, 2024 Copilot 0 Comments

What’s new for SharePoint – October 2024

October 2024 was an exciting month for SharePoint and related technologies, bringing a wave of new features and enhancements designed to elevate your productivity and customization options. From the ability to customize your individual sites and experiences with new fonts and themes to the improved integration of Microsoft Lists links in Teams messages, there’s something for everyone. Additionally, the introduction of SharePoint design ideas offers creative solutions to enhance your site designs, while the approvals integration in Document Libraries streamlines your workflow processes.

To dive deeper into these updates and discover even more enhancements, be sure to check out our detailed blog post. Stay ahead of the curve and make the most of these powerful new tools!

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By João Ferreira Nov 1, 2024 What's new 0 Comments

How to Hide the SharePoint Page Title in a Modern SharePoint Page

By default, all SharePoint pages, with the exception of the home page, have a page title defined in the banner section of the page. Even though it was possible to get rid of it by using a workaround to change the page layout, as I explained in an earlier post, that is no longer needed with the recent update made to the banner web part.

If you want to remove the page title and the banner from a SharePoint page, the process is now straightforward. You don’t need to worry about using PowerShell, browser extensions, or custom solutions to do it. So let’s see how this can change the look of your pages.

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By João Ferreira Oct 28, 2024 Pages 0 Comments

How to Create a Custom Vertical Navigation for SharePoint Pages

In the classic SharePoint world, sites used to have both vertical and horizontal navigation. I did quite a few customizations for both, including creating a collapsible menu for vertical navigation.

In today’s post, I want to show you how you can bring some of those old vibes to the modern SharePoint communication sites and how you can use the Site Pages library to create a collapsible menu for your pages that can be used as a template.

Let’s implement this solution using just standard SharePoint components; you’ll be surprised.

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By João Ferreira Oct 14, 2024 Intranet 0 Comments

What’s new for SharePoint – September 2024

Hey SharePoint fans! I’m back after a month-long break to focus on family, ready to dive into all the amazing SharePoint updates from September 2024.

This post is my way of catching up on everything I missed, and wow, there’s a lot to share! From the exciting second wave of Copilot to a major revamp of the branding center, and some fantastic updates to the Microsoft Lists experience, September was jam-packed with news. I’ve gathered all the highlights here so you can stay updated and make the most of these new features.

Let’s jump in and see what’s new in the world of SharePoint!

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By João Ferreira Oct 2, 2024 What's new 0 Comments

What’s new for SharePoint – August 2024

While many of us were taking some well-deserved time off to recharge our batteries, SharePoint and its related applications have been hard at work. As you return to your daily grind, you might be surprised by the new updates that are now available or coming soon.

This month, I want to highlight a set of new features that will elevate Microsoft Lists forms to the next level. These enhancements will make the forms much more usable and could potentially serve as a complete replacement for Microsoft Forms when it comes to collecting information internally.

Additionally, there are exciting updates for Viva Connections. The dashboard continues to evolve with the introduction of new ACE cards, enhancing its functionality and user experience. However, August also brings the bittersweet news of the deprecation of the Feed web part, one of the more distinctive features of Viva Connections.

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By João Ferreira Aug 27, 2024 What's new 0 Comments

How To Create Your Own Personal SharePoint Intranet

Intranets provide a centralized platform for communication, collaboration, and information sharing. However, traditional intranets often come with limitations in terms of customization, which can be frustrating for users who want more control over their digital workspace. Fortunately, with the new SharePoint feature that allows users to create SharePoint pages in their OneDrive, everyone can now build their own personal intranet.

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By João Ferreira Aug 22, 2024 SharePoint 0 Comments