Problem: SharePoint Online Document & Onedrive takes time to sync.
A client recently informed me that after a docx was generated inside their SharePoint Online Document library, it wasn’t showing up on for up to 20 minutes in OneDrive. This was a problem for them as the docx was generated via custom code inside of SharePoint and they needed to work on it straight away. […]
Force AD Connect Sync with Powershell
AD Connect syncs occur every 30 minutes. To force a sync to occur do the following steps: On the AD Server in Active Directory Module for Windows import the required module: Import-Module ADSync Run the delta sync with the command: Start-ADSyncSyncCycle -PolicyType Delta
Permanently Removing Users From O365
After deleting a user from Office365 you will notice they remain in the “Deleted Users” list. This can be problematical when trying to sync a user with AD Connect. To remove permanently you will need to do the following steps in powershell: 1. Connect to your Office 365 in SharePoint Online Management Shell: Connect-MsolService 2. […]
Creating SharePoint Online Remote Event Receiver
Creating a remote event receiver for a SharePoint Online site can be a frustrating experience. When it does not work there is very little diagnostic information to look at to figure out why its not firing. I’m going to go over a brief check list that will hopefully prevent others spending hours on what should […]
Sharing Communication Site With External Users
After creating a SharePoint Communication site I wanted to share it with an external user. When attempting to share the site I got the error Your organization’s policies don’t allow you to share with these users. Go to External Sharing in the Office 365 admin center to enable it. But I had sharing enabled via […]
SharePointPro supports the push to make the Gold Coast the next Silicon Valley
Silicon Valley has truly made an undeniable mark on the world. San Francisco’s hub of technology, invention, and startups has seen the likes of Apple, Google, Uber, and Airbnb all based within its hills. The American centre for innovation has had a huge impact on the global economy, with “disruptors” (i.e. inventors) constantly looking to […]
New SharePoint 2016 Features: Microsoft Flow App, PowerApps, and Updated Framework
Microsoft clearly prioritized development in its release of SharePoint 2016, and the effects are obvious. Both front and back-end developers have seen much TLC from Microsoft, as they continue to encourage enhanced customization along with basic user customization. So, how can you use this new version of SharePoint to complement and boost your business? Here […]
SharePoint bulk DELETE function
I had the requirement to delete multiple list items for a clients SharePoint 2013 site. I wanted to stick with using REST as opposed to the CSOM as my custom built framework makes use of it primarily. The way to accomplish this is to take advantage of ODATA’s batching. Rather than go to much into […]
What’s new with SharePoint 2016
Alas, we know what it’s like. Trying to ensure that a team works smoothly is easier said than done. Remote collaboration is essential in the modern technologically-shrunk world, and we all need solutions for integration and collaborative teamwork. This is where SharePoint comes in! SharePoint (for those who may not know) is a server-based platform […]
Software Is Expensive
Everyone likes to get a bargain, but there are many things in life where you get what you pay for. When it comes to the code required to write your customized website, integrated proprietary software, or advanced web or mobile app—paying less might sound attractive, but in most cases leaves you paying more. Code Is […]
- 1
- 2