Unlocking Efficiency with ShareMaster: Effortless File Version Reset
Unlocking Efficiency with ShareMaster: Effortless File Version Reset Are you on the lookout for a straightforward method to reset file versions within your SharePoint document library? Look no further than ShareMaster, a robust tool designed to streamline version control and simplify the process of rolling back file versions. ShareMaster grants you the ability to effortlessly […]
SharePoint’s Document Set’s & Version history
Enhancing Document Management in SharePoint with Document Sets SharePoint offers a dynamic feature known as Document Sets, tailored for the efficient organization and management of related documents within an organization. These sets are more than just ordinary folders; they enable users to apply metadata to a group of documents, fostering consistency and simplifying the tracking […]
Introducing ShareMaster
Streamlining SharePoint Management with ShareMaster In the evolving landscape of digital collaboration, efficient and effective management of SharePoint environments is more crucial than ever. Enter ShareMaster: a revolutionary SharePoint migration and management software, designed to simplify and enhance the SharePoint experience for businesses and IT professionals alike. In this blog, we’ll explore the key features […]
How to update file or item metadata without incrementing version.
Occasionally we may want to make an update to a file or items metadata without incrementing a version. A good example of this is with controlled document libraries. File versions need to be incremented only when the document itself changes, not when the metadata changes. Reminder dates, such as review date and next review date […]
App-Only call to SharePoint returns 401 Error
After installing a custom built SharePoint App on a new Sharepoint tenant, I was unable to get the App-Only calls working. First I ensured the apps had permissions Allow the add-in to make app-only calls to sharepoint enabled. Once I determined that to be true, I inspected the calls using fiddler, and I noticed the […]
Inserting SharePoint version number into MS Word.
Microsoft office files stored in SharePoint document libraries have the ability to display SharePoint metadata automatically inside them. In order to display the version number, we must first turn on the ability in the SharePoint Document library. First go to the document library settings. If you see “Information management policy settings” skip the below step. […]
Only allow alphanumeric characters in SharePoint column
Recently I have had a requirement where I needed to restrict the Title column of a SharePoint list to only allow alphanumeric characters. This can be achieved by using the Column Validation. The steps are as follows: Go to List Settings Click on the column you want to restrict Enter the validation code into Column Validation […]
Hiding columns based on permission levels
Often I will use column in a SharePoint list as a button. This is accomplished by using column formatting to transform the column into a button. Sometimes we only want certain users to see the button. For example, I have created a publish / share button on a SharePoint list – it makes no sense […]
smtp.office365.com doesn’t work! how to use O365 SMTP server
Attempting to use O365 SMTP server can be frustrating. You will find the following settings everywhere on the internet: Server Address: smtp.office365.com Username: Your Office 365 Address (e.g. example@yourdomain.com) Password: Your Office 365 Password Port Number: 587 (With TLS) Authentication: Required Sending Limits: 10,000 Emails a day What you wont find, is that by default O365 disables SMTP servers and needs to […]
Creating an Unlicensed Microsoft 365 User
Microsoft Office 365 allows us to create unlicensed users. While an unlicensed user will not have a email address, they are able to access certain office 365 applications, such as SharePoint or the Office 365 Administration page. To create an unlicensed user, follow the steps below: Browse to https://admin.microsoft.com Click on Users – Active Users […]