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Excel

Cannot Save or Export XML Data

If you are working with XML data in Excel, you might encounter a situation where you cannot save or export your data as an XML file. This can happen if the XML maps in your workbook are not exportable. In this tutorial, we will explain what causes this issue and how to fix it.

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Excel

Save or Export Data as an XML File

Excel supports importing and exporting data as XML files, which can be useful for sharing data with other applications. In this tutorial, we will show you how to export data as an XML file in Excel using the following steps:

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PowerPoint

Customize or Format Background of a Single Slide

In PowerPoint, you can easily format the background for a single slide. This allows you to customize the background of that specific slide without affecting the rest of the presentation.

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Networking

Differences Between Public and Private Networks

A network is a collection of devices that can communicate with each other using a common protocol (e.g. TCP/IP). A network can be classified as public or private depending on who can access it and how it is managed. In this tutorial, we will also explain the difference between public and private IP addresses, and why they are important for networking.

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Excel

Create Custom Number Formats

Excel comes with built-in number formats, but sometimes you need to use a number format that is not built into Excel. The term number does not refer exclusively to custom formats for numeric data. You can also use number formats for text data.

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Excel

Use Advanced Filter for Complex Data Filtering

Using advanced filter you can filter a range of data based on complex criteria. It provides more powerful filtering options than the regular filter (Autofilter) feature. Here’s how to use Advanced Filter:

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Excel

Filter (AutoFilter) Data

When you want to view only those records that have specific data in certain cells, you should filter the data range.

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Excel

Random Sort using Rand() Function

The RAND function is a volatile function, you can use this volatility to your benefit and record a macro that sorts data immediately after you recalculate and force the RAND function to return another set of random numbers. You then can attach this macro to a button so that each time you want to shuffle (random sort) data, all you need to do is click the button.

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Excel

Sort and Fill Data with Custom Lists

“Custom lists” is a useful feature that allows you to sort and fill data according to your own criteria. You can create lists that are relevant to your industry, organization, or personal preferences. For example, you can create custom lists of product names, department names, or specific project phases. Custom lists are not limited to a single workbook or worksheet. Once created, you can use them across different workbooks or worksheets, allowing for consistent data entry and autofill functionality in multiple files.

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Excel

Sort Weekdays and Months

How to sort days of the week and months of the year using custom lists.