Tid Bits of Help: Microsoft Office Publisher for 2019

by | Feb 5, 2019 | office.com/setup

Well folks, normally I bring you hints/tips about changes Microsoft has made to Word and Excel (with a couple of PowerPoint thrown in), but not Publisher. Well, that’s because the changes have been small and seemingly Publisher was pretty much ignored – the step-child you might think. Not now.

According to my research, the templates and what you can do with them have been updated. There are new capabilities to work with the program for all those publications, sales and marketing materials you love to work with! (Any chance to play, and with bright/shiner toys works for me!) So, for one thing in the 2019 Publisher gets to use the Ribbon along with the new Backstage feature. The publisher wasn’t left out this time.

The updated picture tools we found in Word and Excel have finally made it to Publisher (where it should have been all along anyway) allowing for more control of photos. They’ve included a new object alignment technology, building blocks of content and fine typography options like true small caps and stylistic alternates. All the things we’ve been wanting to make desktop publishing better.

So having said all of the above, what is new/improved?
Well one thing, when you’re working with an inserted picture and you want to make changes, you can see them before you accept them. A big time saver. (in the “improved” category) Add captions for the photos and the ability to choose from a gallery of caption layouts. The object alignment technology provides grids to work with – not just the rules on the side and bottom and the hope you have it lined up correctly. (in the “improved” category) For a print preview, you can simultaneously view both sides of a page, multiple pages, page boundaries, and more print info to achieve the correct print result the first time. (in the “new” category) Now, to be honest folks I don’t see how this is new. As you’ve always been able to see multiple pages in Print Preview, then have the option to print from the preview mode. But the research states it’s a new feature. The building blocks of content for items like mastheads and graphics are easier due to the accessibility of the pre-existing themes in fonts and colors. (in the “improved” category) Fine typography is much improved. We now have the ability to use ligatures, true small caps, stylistic alternates, and alternate numeral forms. Such as fun things with the fonts like reflective and a better look to the shadow. (in the “improved” category) When connected to the internet, there are more Publisher templates available on Office Online than before. (in the “improved” category) And as you could in Publisher 2010 – you can save a file as a PDF or XPS for easier sharing and printing.

Now, remember, this is all research-based and I’m going on what Microsoft has stated. I haven’t purchased the 2019 product yet – I have too many clients still using 2010 and the special effects won’t convert to the older versions. That is something for you to keep in mind. When feasible, save as a PDF document then no worries with folks opening in older versions.

Robert Morris a Microsoft Office expert has been working in the technology industry from the last 5 year. As a technical expert, he has written technical blogs, manuals, white papers, and reviews for many websites such as  www.office.com/setup or office.com/setup

How To Restore Your iOS Devices From An iCloud Or iTunes Backup?

by | Feb 4, 2019 | office.com/setup

Doing a backup of your device means the user will be getting a copy of the data if by chance their gadget is stolen or if it gets damaged.

Prefer a backup method and make your worries go away!

How to do back up with iCloud?

  1. Firstly, connect the Wi-Fi network to your device.
  2. Then, go to Settings.
  3. After that, (name).
  4. Click on iCloud.
  5. Hit iCloud Backup.
  6. Press Back Up Now.
  7. Lastly, Wi-Fi needs to be connected till the time backup gets complete.

Follow the given below steps to know about your last backup details.

  1. Firstly, go to Settings.
  2. Then, (name).
  3. After that, click on iCloud.
  4. Next, press on iCloud Backup.
  5. Note that below the Back Up Now, you will get the details of the backup. It will comprise the date as well as the time of your last backup.

How to back up with iCloud Backup by itself?

Follow the given below instructions to make the iCloud backup your gadget on a daily basis by itself.

  1. Firstly, ensure that iCloud Backup enabled in Settings.
  2. Then, (name).
  3. After that, tap on iCloud.
  4. Then, press iCloud Backup.
  5. Next, make your gadget connect to a power source.
  6. Then, connect Wi-Fi needs to be connected to your device.
  7. Ensure that your screen is locked of your device.
  8. You need to go through your device to check whether it has enough space available or not.
  9. After signing in to iCloud, you will receive few GB of iCloud storage. It will be completely free of charges.

Note: If you require more space, then you need to give money for the same.

How to do back up with iTunes?

  1. Firstly, update iTunes with its recent version.
  2. Then, go to iTunes and then connect your PC to your device.
  3. After that, do the steps according to the instructions given. For instance, it can ask to provide your passcode. If you forgot it, then you can take guidance from them for steps that should be done next.
  4. Click on your device whenever it gets displayed in iTunes.
  5. Remember that to store your Health related info from your smartwatch, you require to encrypt your backup.
  6. Lastly, tap on Back Up Now.

Note: Keep your password safely because there is no other way to get your iTunes backup without this password.

Remember! To know about your backup status you need to go through ‘Summary screen in iTunes.’  Below the Latest Backup, you’ll be able to know about date and time.

Charlie Noah  is a Microsoft Office expert and has been working in the technology industry since 2002. As a technical expert, Charlie has written technical blogs, manuals, white papers, and reviews for many websites such as office.com/setup.