Summing It Up: The Many Ways to Total in Microsoft Excel

Have you ever found yourself needing to add up a long list of numbers? 

Whether you’re balancing your checkbook or calculating the total cost of a project, summing a series of numbers is a common task. 

But did you know that there are several ways to accomplish this? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Use the Excel keyboard shortcut.

To total, or sum, a series of numbers in Excel, you can use several methods:

Use Addition:

• This is a very simple method to add the value of several cells containing numbers together. 
• Use the Formula: =A1 + A2 + A3 + A4  where A1, A2, A3 and A4 are the cells containing the numbers you want to total.
• This works for a few cells but is unwieldy for a large set of numbers.

Use the SUM function:  

• The SUM function is a built-in function in Excel that allows you to easily add up a range of cells. 
• To use the SUM function, simply enter the formula =SUM(A1:A4) where A1:A4 is the range of cells containing the numbers you want to total.

Use AutoSum: 

• AutoSum is a tool in Excel that automatically selects a column or row of numbers and calculates their sum. 
• To use AutoSum, select the cell where you want to display the sum, then click on the AutoSum button in the toolbar on your screen.

fig. 1 - Microsoft Excel Total Series

Super Cool Tip:

Use the Excel Keyboard Shortcut ALT + = to sum a series of numbers in a column or a row.

Enjoy!

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Unleash Your Creativity with Microsoft Designer

Are you tired of using the same old design templates for your projects? 

Do you want to create stunning visuals, social media posts, invitations, and more with ease? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Check out the new preview Microsoft Designer.

Microsoft Designer is a graphic design tool in Microsoft 365 that uses cutting-edge AI technology to help you unleash your creativity.

The good news is that it is currently free in preview.

Here's how to use it:

• Access Microsoft Designer: 
• Log in with your Microsoft account, 
• Go to the Microsoft Designer website, https://designer.microsoft.com/  or click on the Designer icon within the Microsoft Edge sidebar.

• Get started with a prompt: 
• To start creating with Microsoft Designer, simply describe what you want in the prompt box. 
• Powered by generative AI technology, you’ll get one-of-a-kind images, including accompanying text and visuals, and design suggestions to meet your needs.

• Customize your design: 
• Once you have a design generated by the AI, you can customize it to your liking. 
• Add your own images or text, change the layout or colors, and more.

• Use advanced AI tools: 
• Take advantage of Microsoft Designer’s advanced AI tools to enhance your design. 
• Use the Replace background feature to instantly remove photo backgrounds and replace them with anything you can imagine. 
• Get writing assistance and automatic layout suggestions for anything you add.

• Create a Brand Kit: 
• Make your creative consistent by creating a Brand Kit that lets you apply your colors and fonts consistently across designs.

Here's a quick example to enter a prompt:

• Create an Instagram post showcasing the benefits of visiting the tech website, www.onecooltip.com. 
• Onecooltip offers technology tips.  
• Use blue as the primary color to match the brand. 
• Include an image of a person using the software on their computer in a creative workspace.

Microsoft Designer suggested several options, including this one:

fig. 1 - Example of Microsoft Designer output

I then customized the text and saved the graphic to my local PC.

So why not give Microsoft Designer a try and unleash your creative superpowers? 

Get started today and see what amazing designs you can create!

Enjoy!

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How to Rearrange Apps in Google's Navigation Menu

Do you use Google services like, search, gmail, photos and calendar on the web?

Do you want to access them quickly and easily? 

Here's a Cool Tip:  Rearrange the Google apps in the Navigation Menu.

You can rearrange apps in Google's navigation menu in a few simple steps to place the apps you use the most at the top of the list. 

fig. 1 - Rearrange Google Navigation Menu

Here's how:

1. Sign into Google.com
2. Click the launcher icon in the upper-right corner.
3. Click on any of the programs listed.
4. Drag and drop them within the menu. 

By following these simple steps, you can create a personalized menu that makes it easy to access the apps you use the most.

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How to Bring Back the Classic DVD Screensaver with Google Search

Do you remember the classic DVD screensaver? 

The one with the bouncing logo that would never quite hit the corner of the screen? 

Here's a Friday Funday Cool Tip:  

Google has hidden a little easter egg that brings that screensaver back to life.

Here's how to do it.

• Go to Google.com
• Search for DVD screensaver on Google. 
• After a few seconds, the Google logo will pop out of the top left corner of the screen and start bouncing around. 
• It will change colors each time it hits a corner.

fig. 1 - Google DVD Screensaver

The easter egg works on all desktop browsers, but it doesn't work on mobile devices.

The Google Search DVD Screensaver easter egg is a fun way to bring back a little nostalgia. 

It's also a great way to show off your Google skills to your friends and family.

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Three Hot Cool Tips This Summer

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Do you need some HOT COOL Tech Tips?

Then let's take a look at some Cool Tips that are Hot and popular this summer:

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That's it!

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Is Claude AI The Smartest Chatbot Yet?

Have you tried chatting with today's hot new AI bots like Google Bard, BingChat and ChatGPT? 

Are you looking for another AI to try out?

Here's a Cool Tip:  Check out Claude AI, https://claude.ai/chats

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.

To get started with Claude, go to https://claude.ai/chats and create an account. 

The signup process is quick and easy. 

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.

So why wait? 

Check it out.

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How to Create a Series in Microsoft Excel: A Step-by-Step Guide

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!

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