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My Azure login is stuck at MFA and cannot proceed
In August, I was still able to log in to Azure, and by logging in through GitHub I could bypass 2FA. But now, no matter how I try, logging in via GitHub always requires 2FA. I can’t access my Azure account anymore—nothing works. The system prompts me to use Microsoft Authenticator to confirm a two-digit code in real time. My Microsoft Authenticator on my iPhone is logged into the same Microsoft account, but I’m not receiving any verification requests for Azure login. No matter how much I refresh, nothing shows up. I’ve already updated the Microsoft Authenticator app to the latest version from the App Store. However, my personal Microsoft account works fine and can log in without any issues.Chart from dynamic array challenge
Hi (Excel 365 v2601 b19628.20132 Current Channel / Windows 11 25H2) Initial post edited (& cross posted here on Jan 29, 2026) after further investigations In B6 below an array that dynamically resizes according to the 'START Year' & 'TOPN Cat' variables. The Chart is setup as follow: Select an empty cell > Insert 2-D Line chart Right-click > Select Data… > Chart data range > Select the Serie names & Values (C6:G12) Click Edit under Horizontal (Category) Axis Labels > Select the range with the Years (B7:B12) Check of the Chart data range: Changing 'START Year' works no problem: the Chart data range & Horizonal Axis Label range are properly updated Changing 'TOPN Cat' (the array resizes horizontally) screws up the chart: The Chart data range is properly updated but the Series & Axis Label ranges don't update accordingly Q: Am I doing something wrong, facing a limitation or is this something else? Tried to attach the sample file 3 times... it's available at: Dynamic_Chart_Challenge.xlsx Thanks & any question let me know Lz.
Formula result not showing in cell
Attached is my code and the formula result showing 50%. But in the cell where the formula is located, it displays a 0%. I have tried formatting the cell to be a number, percentage, and everything else, yet it still does not put the formula result in properly. Am I missing something?
SUMIF (or other function) if the cell value in either of 2 columns is >0
I want to sum the cells in column C if the row value in column A is >0 OR if the row value in column B is >0 (not AND). With SUMIF, I tried setting the search range to both columns A and B, but the result was very odd; I haven't yet figured out how SUMIF arrived at is sum. SUMIFS only works as AND, nor OR, to my knowledge. Thank you for your help.
How to restore a single file deleted 6 months ago - using M365 Backup?
My friend's company uses Sharepoint Online, but relevant folders are synced to their OneDrive so they manage everything in File Explorer. I have Microsoft 365 Backup enabled on their Sharepoint site. This company has all the parent folders in "Site Contents". These folders include Sales, HR, Clients, etc. I need to restore a single file out of Sales but it appears I need to restore the entire site first, sync the Sales folder from the site ending in /R0 to my OneDrive, then copy/paste from my File Explorer. Yes, I am a NOOB in Sharepoint. What's the right way to grab this file? And if it's ditching M365 Backup, then that's what I'll do, but I still need to get this file.
Excel formel
I am going to, have the same date pasted in about 50 places for labels. Request: I did Create a cell, AL2 - wrote, 27 Oct Then I want to create a formula in the 20 different places, that picks up 27 Oct from AL2, from the same Excel sheet. I have tried =!AL2, =$AL2... etc. but nothing works 🙁Top n vs. Others in Excel
Hi all, I'm seeking some help because I'm kind of new to the more intermediate stuff in Excel. I have an Excel table with the following columns: Subcategory in column A, Brand in column B, Region in column C, Year in column D and Values Month in column E. I want to create a PivotTable and a Pivot line chart from this PivotTable that ranks the Top 5 Brands vs. Other Competitors by each region. For added context: There are 5 subcategories, 3 regions and 25 brands. Currently, I've tried grouping the remaining 20 brands as "Other Competitors" vs. the Top 5 brands within a selected region and possibly all regions (when no selection is made). I'm seeking a solution similar to this... Please mind the colours. I will sort those out later. But, the problem that I'm faced with is that upon selection of a region, the PivotTable won't update to the Top 5 brands of a selected region because they've already been grouped. How can I make this more dynamic so that I'm able to show The Top 5 brands vs. Others? Please help. EDIT: My operating system is Windows 10 (64-bit) and I use Excel 365 (Desktop version). For reference, I've attached a link to a sample file. https://1drv.ms/x/c/b2d878e32a062614/IQC1wcnwLICcQasOfnGcwKn0ASjpXp9xQ6rjnOP10Jal5cc?e=HaXEWd Thank you all once again.
Format Data Labels - Value from Cells
I have a spreadsheet (below) that I wish to show in two different ways: The actual numbers in each of the cells Domestic, Overseas, EU, and Non-EU as shown. The percentage values as shown in the %age domestic, %age overseas, etc.. Using the Format Data Labels and selecting Value From Cells, I can do this for any 2 of the 4 columns. However, when I try to select Value From Cells from the third and/or fourth column, nothing appears in the bar chart - it's completely blank (apart from the background colour.) I have uploaded the failing sheet, which can be downloaded by https://c3a-cyprus.org/test-work.xlsx. I'd appreciate any thoughts TIA NigelHelp needed with IF and COUNTIFS Formulas
Is anyone able to advise the following formula: =COUNTIFS($B$5:$B$15,$R$4,$C5:$C15,"<=" & V3,$D5:$D15, ">" & V3)-COUNTIFS($B$5:$B$15,"="&$R$4,$G5:$G15,"<=" & V3,$H5:$H15, ">" & V3)-COUNTIFS($B$5:$B$15,"="&$R$4,$K5:$K15,"<=" & V3,$L5:$L15, ">" & V3)-COUNTIFS($B$5:$B$15,"="&$R$4,$O5:$O15,"<=" & V3,$P5:$P15, ">" & V3) Is there a way to simplify this? Is there a way to make this more accurate? Cells in column G & H, I & J, O & P are using the following format: =IF(C6="","",C6+E6) Cells in U4:CC4 are using the following format: =COUNTIFS($B$5:$B$15,$R$4,$C5:$C15,"<=" & U3,$D5:$D15, ">" & U3)-COUNTIFS($B$5:$B$15,"="&$R$4,$G5:$G15,"<=" & U3,$H5:$H15, ">" & U3)-COUNTIFS($B$5:$B$15,"="&$R$4,$K5:$K15,"<=" & U3,$L5:$L15, ">" & U3)-COUNTIFS($B$5:$B$15,"="&$R$4,$O5:$O15,"<=" & U3,$P5:$P15, ">" & U3) Cells in U5:CC15 are using the following format: =IF(U$4>=$T5,1,"") My issue is is when I put in the three break times, the mid break comes out at a shorter time. My other issue is is that when I put in the times in row 5,6and 11, the data is coming up as a combined data in rows 5, 6 and seven on the page two. Just for reference, "page two" is the same spreadsheet. What I need to happen is that I enter in the shift start time and finish time. This then populates through to Break 1, 2 and 3. The Time entry is the time the break starts. ie: 1 hour after start of shift, 1 hour after coming back from break, etc. The break entry is the duration of the break taken. ie: 30 minutes. Once all the info is put in, the relevant "Time Block" on "Page 2" shows a 1. What is happening at the moment is that when I enter all the time data, the time blocks are not populating correctly in accordance to the entry. Basically, If I have numerous people on shiftI need the time blocks to show where I have shortfalls in shift cover and not having too many people on break at the same time. IE: Link to Live Copy: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/eur1j526htu1j8a4d4290/Staff-Breaks.xlsx?rlkey=r4tm9xts4tonofpa2th2cusfw&st=nueyk0d7&dl=0 Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.Microsoft 365, Copilot, and Copilot Studio: January News Roundup
January was a strong start to the year for Microsoft 365 and Copilot. Throughout the month, Microsoft released several meaningful updates that highlight how quickly its AI vision is evolving — from enterprise-grade agent governance to hands-on productivity improvements in everyday tools like Excel. Rather than focusing on flashy one-off features, Microsoft’s January announcements show a clear strategy: make Copilot reliable, scalable, and deeply embedded into how people work, learn, and build solutions. Below is a full breakdown of the most important Microsoft 365, Microsoft 365 Copilot, and Copilot Studio news released during January — and why it matters. https://dellenny.com/microsoft-365-copilot-and-copilot-studio-january-news-roundup/
Microsoft Access and Outlook
Hi there, I have just updated my laptop (with a view for a faster laptop!) However, Access was working fine and now i can't send emails from access through outlook like before. I get a message to say a program is trying to send an email message on your behalf. I'm not sure how to get rid of this warning! Please help.... Thank you in advanceAnnouncing Office 365 for IT Pros (2026 Edition)
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Formula to compare a number as text and a partial match?
Hi, Trying to check if cell B is a match to A while also reporting any B that have a "0" missing in the front. (so a partial match?) I had used this formula. =IF(ISNUMBER(FIND(B2,A2)),TRUE,FALSE) Which tells me when there is a "no match", but I would also want the formula to let me know there is a 99% match - just missing a zero. is there a way to do this? thanksIn form or report design view, cannot paste objects
Hello all. I have used MS Access for over 20 years as a user (not developer). I like to design forms and reports from scratch (not using wizards), and it is handy to copy and paste objects in design mode. This includes controls, labels, lines, buttons, etc. For example, in a tabular transaction-type report, I can copy already-formatted controls from the detail to the report or group footer and just edit each to be a sum. For the last several months, I can click Copy on the bar (or ctrl +c), but the paste icon does not light up and ctrl + v does not work. Sometimes if I wait long enough (like several minutes later), the paste function becomes enabled. It takes me substantially longer now to add new objects from the Report Design bar and reformat them to match the existing report or form. I don't know if this is an Access issue or a clipboard issue. I am able to copy and paste large volumes of data with no problem at all. I am thinking about re-installing my Office 365 (which includes Access). Has anyone else had this problem, and is there a solution? The version I have is Access for Microsoft 365 MSO (Version 2503, Build 16.0.18623 20076 64-bit)
Font issue Inter in PowerPoint
Hi everyone The font "Inter" in PowerPoint incorrectly displays some special characters (ß, –, —) when exported as PDF. It shows correctly in PowerPoint and only displays as "No Glyph" when exported. As the letter "ß" is commonly used in German, this is a noticeable problem for us. The phenomenon is happening on all checked company devices, in the desktop software and browser version. I deleted the font multiple times and installed different versions (variable and static from Google and GitHub). We only use the light weight, but it also happens in the other weights. Does anyone have any idea why that is and how to fix it? I'm thankful for any hints! Nele Microsoft 365 PowerPoint Version: 16.101.2 (25092825) for Mac Mac Tahoe 26.1 (25B78) Chrome Version 144.0.7559.97 (Offizieller Build) (arm64)
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