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Flatten images in Powerpoint (VBA or Script Labs)?
After much searching, I couldn't find a PowerPoint-specific group. If this isn't an appropriate place to post, please gently redirect me. I'm decent in VBA for Excel, less experienced in Powerpoint VBA. CoPilot took me on a long journey before deciding what I wanted to do was not possible in VBA, but good news, it should be possible in Script Labs. After an even longer journey, it finally decided that it is also impossible in script labs. I'd like to get a second opinion... I have two images (already in the correct z-order) in powerpoint, and would like to 'flatten' them into one image (BMP, or JPG if necessary). The top image is created by a working VBA script, and essentially blurs just a selected section of the main image (this is to hide irrelevant information for use in job aids, like showing a login screen but blurring the actual user name of whomever was logged in to take the screenshot). Sometimes the content is actually confidential, which is why I need to flatten the image(s) instead of just grouping. All I need to do is flatten the two images, with the output being a format that I can then use the VBA on a second time (e.g. if I need to blur multiple zones on one image). My attempts with VBA left me with grouped images (not flattened) or a flattened image that the VBA then couldn't use as input for another round of edits My attempts with Script Lab were a complete fail, I don't know enough HTML/JS to troubleshoot Copilot suggestions - and despite multiple prompts and fix-it attempts, couldn't get anything working in Script Lab beyond a simple 'hello world' At the very least, I'd love an expert opinion on whether I should continue to try VBA, Script Lab, or just give up and move on to a bottle of my preferred adult beverage and salty tears. Using o365 enterprise v2509, build 19231.20246 - local powerpoint install Thank you!Announcing Office 365 for IT Pros (2026 Edition)
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Has Your Organization Set Up a Viva Engage Community for Microsoft 365 Collaboration?
Hi everyone! As a trainer, I often get great questions during my Microsoft 365 sessions. While I share answers live, only the attendees benefit—leaving many others without that valuable info. I’ve already set up a Microsoft Learning Pathways SharePoint site as a resource, but I’m exploring ways to extend knowledge-sharing beyond the classroom.Has anyone created or participated in a Viva Engage community to share tips, answer questions, and collaborate around daily Microsoft 365 tools? I’d love to hear about your experiences, best practices, or ideas on how to maximize impact and reach across your organizations. Thanks in advance for sharing! Let’s empower everyone to get more from Microsoft 365.😃
Microsoft Translator Conversation feature stopped working (“Unable to create new conversation”)
When trying to start a conversation, the mobile app (Android/iOS) shows the message: "Unable to create a new conversation. Try again." (Swedish version: "Det går inte att skapa en ny konversation. Försök igen.") About two weeks ago, the live transcription started to become very slow, with text appearing in large chunks instead of line by line. Shortly after that, the Conversation feature stopped working completely. We have tested this on multiple devices and platforms: – Android (several users, including myself) – iOS (tested by a colleague and a user we support) All users experience the same issue — no new conversation can be created. This function is used as a speech-to-text accessibility tool for deaf and hard-of-hearing users, so it is critical for communication support nationally in Sweden.
Partner Intune reporting questions
I need some help for my global partner- SHI International. We have a monthly services modernization briefing with the SHI M365 practice team. They have a need around 1-2 Q&A deep-dive sessions where their team of M365 experts want to ask some in=depth technical and pre-sales related questions related to Intune Reporting Challenges and Customer Pain Points, Current Intune Reporting Limitations, Technical Barriers to Reporting, Permissions and Consent Model Confusion, Feedback on Documentation and User Experience. Appreciate any guidance on a PSA SME on this topic or a global black belt, that would be great. Appreciate if you can point me to the latest updated documentation on this topic. I reached out to several folks in the PSA team with no luck yet. Thanks!
PowerPoint: Restore “Align” and “Distribute” tools in PP for iPad (v2.103)
Dears, I am reporting a critical regression in PowerPoint for iPad. In the current release (version 2.103), the essential Align and Distribute tools appear to have been completely removed from the UI. These features were part of the full ribbon in previous versions and are fundamental for precise, professional, efficient, effective, and smooth slide layout. Without them, basic layout tasks can no longer be performed smoothly on the iPad. The removal of core layout tools feels like an unexpected downgrade. This change significantly reduces the usability of PowerPoint on this platform and may even force users to switch to lower-tier apps such as Keynote and others for very basic editing tasks. I am fully aware that iPadOS is often perceived as a lightweight or “consumer-first” environment. Ironically, it is precisely the professional quality of Microsoft’s applications that has made the iPad a serious productivity device for many of us. Please keep this standard high – it is the reason why the iPad can function as a genuine professional workstation rather than a creative toy. I kindly request that Microsoft restores the full ribbon or provides an option to access these tools again. Thank you very much, MarcoPowerPoint for Mac - Embed font settings in broken if long file name
Dear experts, Since two versions back, the EMBED FONT setting is not shown in the SAVE part of the Preferences window. This is really irritating and the only way to make it show up is to rename files all the time. Before the file name was truncated and after a number of characters, it was just ... (Example: Filename_long...) I hope that Microsoft can fix this ASAP.Comparing Microsoft 365 Apps for Windows, Mac, and Web: Which One Is Right for You?
Microsoft 365 has become a central productivity suite for individuals, students, and businesses of all sizes. With apps like Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, Outlook, Teams, and more, the platform is designed to let users work consistently across different devices and operating systems. However, not all Microsoft 365 experiences are identical. The suite behaves differently depending on whether you’re using it on Windows, macOS, or the web browser version. Each environment offers unique features, limitations, and advantages that can significantly influence productivity, workflow, and overall value. In this guide, we’ll take a detailed look at how Microsoft 365 compares across Windows, Mac, and web platforms to help you choose the best setup for your needs. https://dellenny.com/comparing-microsoft-365-apps-for-windows-mac-and-web-which-one-is-right-for-you/
