Check out this Cool Tip that shows how to use Google Bard's new export feature. This allows you to copy the output response from Google AI into text that you can use easily in other applications.
This AI system uses self-supervised learning, meaning it was trained on massive datasets to carry on natural conversations without the need for human labeling of data.
The result is an assistant that can chat with you conversationally on nearly any topic you choose.
Once your account is set up, you can log in and start chatting with Claude right away.
Ask Claude open-ended questions to have natural conversations and see how it responds. The AI draws knowledge from a broad range of topics, so feel free to explore different subjects.
Use Claude for productivity. Ask for help organizing schedules, taking notes, or providing thoughtful feedback on writing. This AI can enhance your work and creativity.
Relax with Claude. Chat about hobbies, interests, or what's on your mind. Claude offers an empathetic ear and insightful responses you won't get from a basic search engine.
So let's take a look at how Claude AI works.
In this example, I asked Claude about the Python, a programming language.
fig1 - Claude AI Tell Me About Python
I followed up to ask how Python compared to other programming languages.
fig. 2 - Follow Up Question to Compare Python
It's worth taking Claude AI out for a spin the next time you need to find information.
Are you tired of manually entering data into your Excel spreadsheets?
Do you want to save time and effort by automating the process of creating a series of numbers, days of the month, or days of the week?
Here's a Cool Tip: Let Excel create the series for you.
Creating a series in Excel is a simple and straightforward process.
Here's how to do it:
Ensure Excel’s AutoFill Options is turned on by going to File > Options > Advanced and checking the box next to Enable fill handle and cell drag-and-drop.
fig. 1 - Excel Fill Handle Setting
Select the cell where you want to start your series.
Type the first few value of your series.
Select the fill handle at the bottom right corner of the selected cell.
Drag the fill handle in the direction you want to extend your series.
Release the mouse button to create your series.
For example, if you want to create a series of numbers from 1 to 10, you would type 1 into the first cell and 2 into the second cell, select the fill handle, and drag it down until you reach 10.
fig. 2 - Microsoft Excel Series
Excel will automatically fill in the rest of the numbers for you.
You can also create a series of dates or days of the week by following the same steps.
Simply type the first month or day into the first cell, select the fill handle, and drag it down or across to create your series.
Save time and effort when entering data into your spreadsheets!
Have you ever wanted to add some visual flair to your PowerPoint presentations?
Do you want to make your slides more engaging and eye-catching?
Here's a Back to Work Monday Cool Tip: Use the Insert Icons feature in Microsoft PowerPoint!
Microsoft 365 doesn't have traditional clip art anymore, but as a subscriber you get several new kinds of high quality art in its place for free: high-resolution photographs, icons, cutout people, stickers, illustrations, and cartoon people.
Here's how to do it.
Open Microsoft PowerPoint and navigate to the slide where you want to insert an icon.
Click on the Insert tab in the ribbon menu at the top of the screen.
In the Illustrations group, click on Icons.
A window will pop up with a variety of icons to choose from.
You can search for specific icons using the search bar at the top of the window, or browse through the categories on the left side of the window.
Once you’ve found an icon that you like, click on it to select it, and then click on the Insert button at the bottom of the window.
The icon will be inserted onto your slide, and you can use the formatting options in the ribbon menu to customize its size, color, and position.
If you want to insert other types of images, select another category such as Images.
fig. 1 - Microsoft PowerPoint Insert Icons Feature
With this feature, you can add visual interest to your presentations and make them more engaging for your audience.
