How to Concatenate in Excel (Combine Text from Cells, 2026)
Combine text from multiple cells in Excel: the & operator, the CONCAT and TEXTJOIN functions, adding spaces and commas, and joining a whole range with a delimiter.
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How to Create a Drop-Down List in Excel (2026)
Add a drop-down list in Excel with Data Validation: build one from a typed list or a cell range, show an input message, allow blanks, and edit or remove the list.
How to Insert a Checkbox in Excel (2026)
Add checkboxes in Excel two ways: the new built-in Checkbox button in Microsoft 365, and the classic Developer-tab form control — plus how to link a checkbox to a cell and copy it down.
How to Lock Cells in Excel (2026)
Lock specific cells in Excel so they can't be edited: why locking needs sheet protection, how to unlock the cells people should still fill in, and how to protect and unprotect the sheet.
How to Merge Cells in Excel (2026)
Merge cells in Excel with Merge & Center, Merge Across, and Merge Cells — plus how to unmerge, keep all your data, and use Center Across Selection as a safer alternative.
How to Password Protect an Excel File (2026)
Password protect an Excel file with Encrypt with Password, set a separate password to open vs. modify, protect the workbook structure or a single sheet, and remove a password you no longer need.
How to Remove Blank Rows in Excel (2026)
Delete blank rows in Excel the safe way: use Go To Special to select blanks, filter them out, or sort them to the bottom — without deleting rows that only look empty.
How to Remove Duplicates in Excel (2026)
Remove duplicate rows in Excel with the Remove Duplicates tool, find them first with conditional formatting, dedupe by specific columns, or extract a unique list with the UNIQUE function.
How to Unhide Columns in Excel (2026)
Unhide columns in Excel by right-clicking, unhide column A with the Name Box, unhide all columns at once, and fix columns that won't reappear because their width is zero.
How to Use Conditional Formatting in Excel (2026)
Use conditional formatting in Excel to highlight cells by rule: highlight values, top/bottom items, data bars and color scales, formula-based rules, and how to manage or clear them.
How to Use INDEX MATCH in Excel (with Examples, 2026)
Learn INDEX MATCH in Excel: how the two functions work together, why it beats VLOOKUP, looking left, a two-way lookup with two MATCH functions, and error fixes.
How to Use SUMIF in Excel (with Examples, 2026)
Learn SUMIF in Excel: the syntax, text and number criteria, comparison operators, wildcards, summing a different column, and SUMIFS for multiple conditions.
How to Use the IF Function in Excel (with Examples, 2026)
Learn the IF function in Excel: the syntax, text and number tests, nested IFs, the IFS function, combining IF with AND and OR, and how to fix common errors.
How to Use VLOOKUP in Excel (with Examples, 2026)
Learn VLOOKUP in Excel step by step: the syntax, exact vs. approximate match, looking up data from another sheet, anchoring the range, and how to fix #N/A and #REF errors.
How to Use XLOOKUP in Excel (with Examples, 2026)
Learn XLOOKUP in Excel: the syntax, exact and approximate match, looking left, returning multiple columns, the built-in if_not_found argument, and how it beats VLOOKUP.
How to Wrap Text in Excel (2026)
Wrap text in Excel so long entries show on multiple lines inside one cell: the Wrap Text button, manual line breaks with Alt+Enter, adjusting row height, and common fixes.
How to Add a SharePoint Folder to File Explorer (2026)
Sync a SharePoint folder to File Explorer so it works like any local folder — or add it as a OneDrive shortcut. The two methods, when to pick which, and how to fix sync issues.
How to Add a Shortcut in Google Drive (2026)
Add a shortcut to a file or folder in Google Drive — the replacement for 'Add to My Drive'. Plus deleting shortcuts, what they break, and when to use them vs a real copy.
How to Back Up Your Computer to Google Drive (2026)
Back up your Windows or Mac computer to Google Drive automatically using Drive for desktop — pick which folders sync, mirror vs stream, and recover deleted files.
How to Copy a Folder in Google Drive (2026)
Copy a folder in Google Drive — the built-in 'Make a copy' workaround, the multi-select method, the Apps Script method, and how shortcuts can save the copy entirely.
How to Create a SharePoint Folder (2026)
Create a folder in a SharePoint document library — from the web, from File Explorer, or from Microsoft Teams. Plus when to use folders vs metadata, and how to enable folders if they're disabled.
How to Create a SharePoint List (2026)
Create a SharePoint list from scratch, from a template, from Excel, or from another existing list — then add columns, set view, and start tracking data.
How to Create a SharePoint Page (2026)
Build a modern SharePoint page — pick a template, add sections and web parts (text, image, news, list, video), then publish to your team or company.
How to Create a SharePoint Site (2026)
Create a new SharePoint site in Microsoft 365 — choose between a team site and a communication site, pick a template, set permissions, and add it to your hub.
How to Delete a SharePoint Site (2026)
Delete a SharePoint site safely — back it up, understand what gets deleted along with it (group, Teams, OneNote), recover it from the 93-day bin, or permanently purge.
How to Export a SharePoint List to Excel (2026)
Export a SharePoint list to Excel as a one-shot CSV or as a live Power Query connection — plus how to refresh it, export selected rows, and fix common formatting issues.
How to Password Protect a Google Drive Folder (2026)
Google Drive folders don't have native passwords — here's how to get the same protection: restrict sharing, encrypt a ZIP, use Drive's Confidential mode, or third-party tools.
How to Save an Email to Google Drive (2026)
Save Gmail messages to Google Drive — single email as PDF, batch save with Google Takeout, or auto-archive with filters. Plus saving attachments only.
How to Scan Documents with Google Drive (2026)
Scan paper documents to Google Drive using the built-in Drive scanner on iPhone and Android — auto-edge detection, multi-page PDFs, OCR, and saving directly to a Drive folder.
How to Sync SharePoint with OneDrive (2026)
Sync a SharePoint library or folder with OneDrive so files live in File Explorer, sync across all your devices, and work offline — using Sync, Add shortcut to OneDrive, or both.
How to Use Google Drive Offline (2026)
Enable Google Drive offline access so Docs, Sheets, Slides, and recent files open and edit without an internet connection — on desktop, mobile, and Drive for desktop.
How to Use Google Drive Search Operators (2026)
Find anything in Google Drive fast with search operators — owner:, type:, before:, after:, sharedwith:, title:, and more. Plus full-text search and combining operators.
How to Add a Border in Google Docs (3 Ways, 2026)
Google Docs has no page-border button, but you can add one with a single-cell table, a drawing, or a paragraph border. Here's each method, including a full-page border for flyers and certificates.
How to Add a Table of Contents in Google Docs (2026)
Insert an automatic, clickable table of contents in Google Docs using heading styles — then update it, choose a style, and add page numbers to each entry.
How to Add Page Numbers in Google Docs (2026)
Add page numbers in Google Docs in seconds — choose the header or footer, skip the first page, start numbering at a specific number, and add 'Page X of Y' style counts.
How to Create a Drop-Down List in Google Sheets (2026)
Add a drop-down list in Google Sheets using data validation: build one from a typed list or a range, allow multiple selections, color-code options, and edit or remove it.
How to Create a Pivot Table in Google Sheets (2026)
Build a pivot table in Google Sheets to summarize and group data: add rows, columns, and values, change how values are summarized, add filters, and refresh when data changes.
How to Enable Dark Mode in Gmail (Desktop, Android & iPhone, 2026)
Turn on dark mode in Gmail on every device — the web's dark theme, true dark mode on Android and iPhone, and why message bodies sometimes stay white. Plus how to set it to follow your system.
How to Freeze Rows in Google Sheets (and Columns, 2026)
Freeze the header row in Google Sheets so it stays visible while you scroll — plus freezing multiple rows, freezing columns, doing it on mobile, and unfreezing.
How to Insert a Checkbox in Google Docs (2026)
Add interactive, clickable checkboxes in Google Docs to build a to-do list or checklist — plus how to make a static checkbox and convert existing lines into a checklist.
How to Insert a Text Box in Google Docs (3 Ways, 2026)
Google Docs has no direct 'text box' button. Here are the three reliable ways to add one — the Drawing tool, a single-cell table, and a shape — plus how to move, resize, and wrap text around it.
How to Make Columns in Google Docs (2026)
Split your document into two or three columns in Google Docs, control the spacing and divider line, use column breaks, and switch part of a page back to a single column.
How to Make a Google Calendar Public (2026)
Make a Google Calendar public so anyone can view it, share a public link or embed it on a website, control how much detail is visible, and make it private again.
How to Remove Duplicates in Google Sheets (4 Methods, 2026)
Remove duplicate rows in Google Sheets with the built-in Data cleanup tool, the UNIQUE function, conditional formatting to find them first, or COUNTIF to flag them.
How to Use Conditional Formatting in Google Sheets (2026)
Highlight cells automatically in Google Sheets with conditional formatting: single-color rules, color scales, formatting based on another cell, and custom formula rules.
How to Use the IF Function in Google Sheets (with Examples, 2026)
Master the IF function in Google Sheets: the syntax, nested IFs, IFS for multiple conditions, and combining IF with AND, OR, and ISBLANK — with copy-paste examples.
How to Use VLOOKUP in Google Sheets (with Examples, 2026)
Learn VLOOKUP in Google Sheets step by step: the syntax, exact vs. approximate match, looking up data from another sheet, and how to fix #N/A and #REF errors.
How to Add Another Email Account to Gmail (2026)
Add another email account to Gmail two ways — switch between multiple Google accounts, or pull a second address (Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, or work email) into one inbox and send from it.
How to Delete All Emails From One Sender in Gmail (2026)
Delete every email from a single sender in Gmail using search operators and Select all — plus how to auto-delete future emails from that sender with a filter.
How to Duplicate an Event in Google Calendar (2026)
Duplicate a Google Calendar event to reuse its title, guests, location, and description — on the web, plus the mobile workaround and when to use a recurring event instead.
How to Mute an Email Conversation in Gmail (2026)
Mute noisy email threads in Gmail so future replies skip your inbox without unsubscribing or deleting — on web, iOS, and Android — plus how to find and unmute them later.
How to Thread Emails in Outlook (Conversation View, 2026)
Turn on email threading (Conversation View) in new Outlook, the web, classic Windows, Mac, and mobile. How to group, sort, expand, and fix threads.
12 Granola Alternatives for AI Meeting Notes (2026 Ranked)
Granola nails the in-meeting note. But notes are step one. We tested 12 alternatives over 2 weeks each — here's the one that actually moves the work forward.
How to Add a Template to Notion (2026 Guide)
How to add a template to Notion, duplicate from the template gallery, create page button templates, set up database templates, and use the /template button.
How to Archive a Card in Trello (2026 Guide)
How to archive Trello cards individually or in bulk, find archived cards, restore them, and automate archiving with Butler, across web, desktop, and mobile.
How to Archive a Channel in Slack (2026 Guide)
Step-by-step guide to archiving a Slack channel, who can do it, what happens to messages and files, and how to restore an archived channel.
How to Archive a Project in Asana (2026 Guide)
Step-by-step instructions for archiving and restoring projects in Asana, including what archive does, archive vs delete vs CSV export, and who has permission.
How to Bulk Edit Records in Salesforce (2026 Guide)
Step-by-step methods for bulk editing in Salesforce Lightning, inline list view editing, Mass Update, Data Loader, and Flow. Includes when bulk edit is grayed out.
How to Copy a Board in Trello (2026 Guide)
How to duplicate a Trello board, what gets copied (and what does not), how it differs from templates, and workarounds for copying members, comments, and archived cards.
How to Create a Database in Notion (2026 Guide)
How to create a database in Notion, inline vs. full-page, every view type (table, board, timeline, calendar, gallery, list), properties, and linked databases.
How to Create a Form in Airtable (2026 Guide)
How to build, customize, and share forms in Airtable using Form view and Interface Designer, including conditional fields, prefilled URLs, embedding, and redirects.
How to Create a Poll in Slack (2026 Guide)
Create polls in Slack with Polly, Simple Poll, the /poll command, emoji reactions, and Workflow Builder, comparison of methods for 2026.
How to Create a Private Channel in Slack (2026 Guide)
How to create a private channel in Slack, naming rules, who can see it, converting public to private, inviting members, and member limits.
How to Create a Template in Asana (2026 Guide)
Step-by-step instructions for creating project templates, task templates, and project blueprints in Asana, including custom templates, the public gallery, and sharing.
How to Duplicate a Page in Notion (2026 Guide)
How to duplicate a page in Notion, copy your own pages, duplicate from the template gallery, use Duplicate without content, and copy to another workspace.
How to Embed Content in Notion (2026 Complete Guide)
How to embed in Notion, using the /embed slash command, supported services like Figma, Loom, YouTube, Google Drive, and how to embed any URL or file.
How to Export Airtable to Excel (2026 Guide)
How to export Airtable data to Excel, including CSV download from a view, encoding fixes, attachment handling, scripting exports, and live sync to Excel.
How to Export a Notion Page (2026 Guide)
How to export a Notion page, PDF, HTML, Markdown & CSV formats, single page vs. full workspace, include subpages, and what each plan supports.
How to Export Slack Messages (2026 Guide)
Export Slack messages with Standard Export, Corporate Export on Enterprise Grid, channel-level exports, and manual copy methods, JSON format and what is included.
How to Export a Trello Board (2026 Guide)
How to export Trello boards to JSON, CSV, Excel, or Google Sheets, what each format includes, plan requirements, and Power-Up alternatives.
How to Import a CSV to Airtable (2026 Guide)
How to import CSV data into Airtable using the CSV import extension, paste, or sync, including column mapping, type detection, updating records, and common errors.
How to Link Pages in Notion (2026 Guide)
How to link pages in Notion, @mentions, /link, inline links, synced blocks, automatic backlinks, and linked database views.
How to Link Tables in Airtable (2026 Guide)
Step-by-step guide to linking tables in Airtable with linked record fields, plus lookups, rollups, junction tables for many-to-many relationships, and syncs.
How to Mute a Channel in Slack (2026 Guide)
Mute Slack channels, threads, DMs, and keywords without leaving, desktop and mobile steps, mute vs leave, and notification preferences.
How to Organize Google Drive (2026 Guide)
How to organize Google Drive in 2026, folder colors, starring, shared drives vs My Drive, Drive labels, search operators, and Gemini AI suggestions.
How to Pin a Message in Slack (2026 Guide)
How to pin messages in Slack channels and DMs, view pinned items, the 100-pin limit per channel, removing pins, and the difference between pinned and saved.
How to Recover a Deleted Page in Notion (2026 Guide)
How to recover a deleted page in Notion, restore from Trash within 30 days, use page history, undo deleted blocks, and recover from admin restore.
How to Schedule a Message in Slack (2026 Guide)
Schedule Slack messages from the send button dropdown, edit or cancel scheduled messages, time zone handling, mobile support, and threading limits.
How to Set a Recurring Task in Asana (2026 Guide)
Step-by-step instructions for setting recurring tasks in Asana, including weekly, monthly, custom days, after completion vs. on date, and troubleshooting.
How to Set Your Status in Slack (2026 Guide)
Set Slack status with preset emojis, custom messages, expiration timers, do not disturb mode, and Google Calendar sync, desktop, web, and mobile.
How to Share a Page in Notion (2026 Guide)
How to share a page in Notion, invite people, share to web, workspace and teamspace sharing, permission levels, guests vs. members, and link expiration.
How to Upload a Folder to Google Drive (2026 Guide)
How to upload entire folders to Google Drive, drag-and-drop, folder upload button, Drive for desktop sync, file size limits, and mobile workarounds.
10 Best AI Secretary Tools for 2026 (Ranked by What They Actually Handle)
We tested 10 AI secretary tools — Carly, Motion, Reclaim, Notion AI, Granola, ChatGPT, and more — for two weeks each. Here's what handles the real admin work and what's just a fancy text editor.
How to Mark All as Read in Gmail (2026 Guide)
Mark every unread email as read in Gmail web, mobile, and the API — including the Select All trick most people miss, the search-then-bulk method for huge inboxes, and how to do it per label.
How to Add a Task to Google Calendar (Web, iOS, Android — 2026)
How to add tasks to Google Calendar — create from the grid, side panel, or unified mobile creator, set time and recurrence, and the difference between tasks, events, and the deprecated reminders.
How to Create an Event from an Email in Google Calendar (2026)
Three ways to create a Google Calendar event directly from a Gmail email — the three-dot Create event menu, Gemini's Add to calendar chip, the Calendar side panel, and mobile shortcuts.
How to Mass Delete Emails in Gmail (Bulk Cleanup, 2026)
How to mass delete thousands of emails in Gmail using search operators, the Select all conversations link, and bulk filters — plus mobile workarounds and the storage gotchas.
How to Set Up Email Forwarding in Gmail (Auto-Forward + Filters, 2026)
Step-by-step guide to setting up email forwarding in Gmail — auto-forward all incoming mail, conditional forwarding via filters, multiple addresses, and what to do if your Workspace admin disabled it.
How to Snooze Emails in Gmail (Web, iOS, Android — 2026)
Step-by-step guide to snoozing emails in Gmail on every platform — default times, custom snoozing, swipe gestures, and why snoozed emails sometimes don't return on schedule.
How to Unsubscribe from Emails in Gmail (Manage Subscriptions, 2026)
How to unsubscribe from emails in Gmail using the new Manage subscriptions view, the one-click unsubscribe link, bulk methods, and what to do when unsubscribe links don't work.
How to Add an Image to Your Signature in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions for adding a logo or image to your Outlook signature — covering the new desktop app, classic Outlook for Windows, Outlook on the web, and mobile. Plus sizing tips, hyperlinking, and fixes for the red X.
How to Cancel a Meeting in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Cancel single meetings, recurring series, or just one occurrence in Outlook — plus the difference between Cancel and Delete, what attendees see, and how to recover an accidentally cancelled meeting.
How to Clean Up Your Inbox in Outlook (2026)
A complete guide to clearing your Outlook inbox — the built-in Clean Up tool, Sweep rules, archiving, search folders, bulk delete, and a 30-minute inbox reset walkthrough.
How to Enable Dark Mode in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions for turning on dark mode in Outlook — covering the new desktop app, classic Outlook for Windows, Outlook on the web, Outlook for Mac, and mobile. Plus the message-rendering toggle and calendar dark mode.
How to Filter Emails in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions for filtering emails in Outlook — covering view filters, search operators, Search Folders, and how filters differ from rules across web, new Outlook, and classic Outlook.
How to Forward a Meeting in Outlook (2026 Guide)
Forward meeting invites as an attendee or organizer across new Outlook, classic Outlook, and the web — with notes on the Allow Forwarding toggle and what recipients actually receive.
How to Overlay Calendars in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions for overlaying calendars in Outlook — covering side-by-side vs overlay mode, color coding, and limitations across classic Outlook, new Outlook, the web, and mobile.
How to Pin Emails in Outlook (2026)
Step-by-step instructions for pinning emails to the top of your inbox in Outlook — covering the new desktop app, Outlook on the web, mobile apps, and workarounds for classic Outlook.
How to Print Your Calendar in Outlook (2026 Guide)
Print your Outlook calendar in daily, weekly, monthly, or tri-fold views — covering classic Outlook, new Outlook, the web, custom date ranges, and saving as PDF.
How to Print Emails in Outlook (2026 Guide)
Print single emails, batches of messages, full folders, or save as PDF — across new Outlook, classic Outlook, and the web. Plus fixes for the most common print issues.
How to Save Attachments in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions for saving single, multiple, and bulk email attachments in Outlook — covering the new desktop app, classic Outlook for Windows, Outlook on the web, and mobile.
How to Undo Send in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions for enabling and using Undo Send in Outlook on the web, the new Outlook desktop app, and the workarounds for classic Outlook for Windows.
How to Automate Work with AI Agents: A 2026 Playbook
A playbook for automating work with AI agents: what they do, which workflows to automate first, how to wire them into your apps, and how to keep them safe.
How to Integrate AI at Work: A Practical 2026 Guide
A 5-step framework for integrating AI into your daily work: pick the right tools, automate real workflows, connect to your apps, and roll out smoothly.
How to Mark an Email as Unread in Outlook (2026 Guide)
Mark emails unread in Outlook — right-click, keyboard shortcuts, bulk actions, reading-pane timing, and mobile gestures across every version.
How to Snooze Emails in Outlook (2026 Guide)
Snooze emails in new Outlook, Outlook on the web, classic Outlook for Windows, mobile, and Mac — plus fixes when snooze is missing.
How to Turn On Focused Inbox in Outlook (2026 Guide)
Enable, train, and disable Focused Inbox in new Outlook, Outlook on the web, classic Outlook for Windows, Outlook for Mac, and Outlook mobile.
How to Unsubscribe from Emails in Outlook (2026 Guide)
Unsubscribe from marketing emails in Outlook using the built-in unsubscribe link, Sweep, Block Sender, and Rules — across every version of Outlook.
How to Convert an Email to a Calendar Event in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Turn an email into an Outlook calendar event with drag-and-drop, right-click, or the Schedule action — covering new Outlook, classic, web, and mobile.
How to Use @Mentions in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step guide to using @mentions in Outlook email and meeting invites — get attention, auto-add recipients, and filter your inbox by mentions.
How to Use Quick Steps in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step guide to creating, editing, and using Quick Steps in Outlook to automate multi-step email actions with one click — covering classic, new Outlook, and web alternatives.
How to Create a Poll in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions for creating polls in Outlook using Microsoft Forms and voting buttons — every version including web, desktop, and mobile.
How to Create a Task in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions for creating tasks in Outlook — My Day, To Do integration, flagging emails, assigning tasks, and every Outlook version.
How to Delay Sending an Email in Outlook (2026)
Step-by-step instructions to delay email delivery in Outlook — hold messages in your Outbox before they send using delay delivery rules and per-message settings.
How to Export Emails from Outlook (Every Method, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions for exporting emails from Outlook — PST export, saving as .eml or .msg, Microsoft 365 admin tools, and backup strategies.
How to Set Up Email Forwarding in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions to automatically forward emails in Outlook — covering web, new desktop, classic Outlook rules, and Exchange admin.
How to Archive Emails in Gmail (Desktop, Mobile & Bulk)
Step-by-step guide to archiving emails in Gmail on desktop and mobile. Learn where archived emails go, how to find them, how to unarchive, and the difference between archive and delete.
How to Create Email Templates in Gmail (Step-by-Step, 2026)
Step-by-step guide to enabling, creating, inserting, updating, and deleting email templates in Gmail — plus how to combine templates with filters for auto-replies.
How to Create Filters in Gmail
Step-by-step guide to creating, editing, and managing Gmail filters to automatically label, archive, delete, or forward emails — plus common filter recipes for newsletters, notifications, and VIPs.
How to Create Labels in Gmail
Step-by-step guide to creating, color-coding, and managing labels in Gmail on desktop and mobile. Organize your inbox with labels, sub-labels, and quick-apply shortcuts.
How to Archive Emails in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions for archiving emails in Outlook — covering Outlook on the web, the new desktop app, classic Outlook for Windows, and Outlook mobile, plus how to find archived emails and set up auto-archive.
How to Create an Email Template in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions for creating, saving, and using email templates in Outlook — covering Outlook on the web, the new desktop app, classic Outlook for Windows, and My Templates.
How to Create Folders in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions for creating folders in Outlook to organize your inbox — covering Outlook on the web, the new desktop app, classic Outlook for Windows, and Outlook mobile.
How to Create Rules in Outlook (Every Version, 2026)
Step-by-step instructions for creating email rules in Outlook to automatically sort, move, flag, or forward messages — covering Outlook on the web, the new desktop app, and classic Outlook for Windows.
The Best Alternative to OpenClaw (ClawdBot): Carly
OpenClaw has 512 security vulnerabilities, plaintext credentials, and $300+/month API bills. Carly does the same things — securely, for $35/month flat.
How to Schedule an Email in Outlook (Every Version)
Step-by-step instructions to schedule emails for later delivery in Outlook on the web, the new Outlook desktop app, classic Outlook for Windows, and Outlook mobile.
How to Color Code Outlook Calendar (Categories, Events & Calendars)
How to use categories, conditional formatting, and calendar colors in Outlook to build a visual scheduling system that makes your week readable at a glance.
How to Sync Google Calendar with Slack (Status, Reminders & Availability)
Step-by-step guide to connecting Google Calendar with Slack for auto-status updates, meeting reminders, availability sharing, and more.
Google Calendar Keyboard Shortcuts: The Complete List
Every Google Calendar keyboard shortcut for navigation, creating events, switching views, and managing your schedule — including how to enable shortcuts first.
How to Add Multiple Time Zones to Google Calendar
Display multiple time zones in Google Calendar — including a world clock sidebar, secondary time zones, and tips for scheduling across time zones without confusion.
How to Color Code Google Calendar (Events, Calendars, and Categories)
A complete guide to color coding Google Calendar — apply colors to individual events, entire calendars, and build a visual system that makes your week readable at a glance.
How to Create a Calendar Invite in Google Calendar
Step-by-step guide to creating calendar invites in Google Calendar on desktop and mobile — adding guests, setting reminders, attaching video links, and managing RSVPs.
How to Set Working Hours in Google Calendar
Set working hours in Google Calendar to show your availability, automatically decline outside-hours invites, and help colleagues schedule meetings at the right time.
8 Best Motion Alternatives in 2026
The best Motion alternatives for AI task scheduling — lighter-weight tools, focused calendar assistants, and full AI schedulers with honest pricing comparisons.
Your Calendar Is Your Source of Truth
For dozens of professions, the calendar isn't just a scheduling tool. It's the single most accurate record of what's actually happening in the business.
How to Add Holidays to Google Calendar
Learn how to add holidays from any country to Google Calendar, manage multiple holiday calendars, and customize which holidays appear on your schedule.
How to Block Time on Google Calendar (Complete Guide)
Learn how to use time blocking in Google Calendar to protect focus time, manage your schedule, and boost productivity with step-by-step instructions.
How to Manage Multiple Google Calendars
Learn how to organize, color-code, and manage multiple Google Calendars effectively. Covers creating calendars, toggling visibility, and cross-account management.
How to Set Up Recurring Meetings in Google Calendar
Learn how to create, edit, and manage recurring meetings in Google Calendar. Covers custom repeat patterns, exceptions, and best practices.
How to Set Up a Shared Team Calendar in Google Calendar
Learn how to create and manage a shared team calendar in Google Calendar. Covers setup, permissions, best practices, and tools for team coordination.
How to Sync Google Calendar with Outlook: ICS, Two-Way Sync, and What Actually Works
ICS subscription, connected accounts, CalendarBridge — the real options for syncing Google Calendar and Outlook, with honest notes on what each one can and can't do.
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How to Set Up Your Daily Briefing with Carly
Get an evening email previewing your next day's schedule. Learn how to turn on Carly's daily briefing from your dashboard.
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How to Use Carly's Chrome Extension in Gmail
See your calendar, check availability, and add Carly to emails — all without leaving Gmail. Here's how to set up and use Carly's Chrome extension.
How to Export Contacts From Any CRM (CSV & Excel)
Step-by-step instructions for exporting your contacts as CSV or Excel files from Salesforce, HubSpot, Zoho, Pipedrive, Attio, Monday.com, Freshsales, Oracle, Copper, and Close.
What Are Skills? How to Teach Your AI Assistant to Work the Way You Do
Skills are simple instructions that teach AI assistants how to handle your specific tasks — your way. No coding required. Here's what they are, why they matter, and how people are using them.
Why We Built a CRM Into Carly
Carly now has a built-in CRM — AI-powered, works alongside your existing tools, and keeps your contacts updated without the busywork. Here's why we built it.
Introducing To Dos: Carly Now Manages Your Task List
Carly can now keep a running to-do list for you — add tasks by email, block out time to get them done, and manage everything from your dashboard.
The Best Alternative to Clockwise: Carly
Compare Carly AI vs Clockwise for calendar management. Carly handles external scheduling via email and SMS, while Clockwise optimizes internal team calendars.
The Best Alternative to Morgen: Carly
Compare Carly AI vs Morgen for calendar management. Carly offers conversational scheduling via email and SMS, while Morgen focuses on calendar consolidation and time-blocking.
The Best Alternative to Reclaim.ai: Carly
Compare Carly AI vs Reclaim.ai for scheduling. Carly offers human-like conversational scheduling via email and SMS, while Reclaim focuses on calendar optimization and task auto-scheduling.
The Best Alternative to Sunsama: Carly
Compare Carly AI vs Sunsama for productivity. Carly automates scheduling conversations while Sunsama focuses on mindful manual daily planning.
The Best Alternative to Trevor AI: Carly
Compare Carly AI vs Trevor AI for scheduling. Carly handles external scheduling via email and SMS, while Trevor focuses on personal task time-blocking.
Revenue Not Growing? Your Calendar Reveals Why
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The Best Alternative to Motion: Carly
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The Best Alternative to Agenda Hero: Carly
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Compare Carly AI vs Skej for AI scheduling. Carly offers SMS integration and flat pricing, while Skej locks key features behind enterprise tiers.
The Best Alternative to Tasker AI: Carly
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The ultimate meeting guide for 2026. Learn how to run productive meetings, create effective agendas, and eliminate scheduling overhead. Save hours weekly.
Time Blocking: The Complete Guide to Scheduling Your Day for Maximum Focus
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Introducing Carly AI Wrapped: Your Year in Meetings, Visualized
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Learn how to share your Google Calendar step-by-step. This guide covers desktop, mobile, embedding, permissions, delegation, and troubleshooting.
How to Share Your Outlook Calendar
Learn how to share your Outlook calendar across web, desktop, and mobile platforms, including links, ICS subscriptions, delegate access, and permission levels.
Everything Carly Can Do: AI Scheduling + Custom AI Agents
Discover all the powerful features that make Carly more than a calendar assistant—from unlimited scheduling to building your own custom AI agents for sales, intake, and more.
How Top Performers Run Their Calendars: 5 Playbooks You Can Steal
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