Microsoft Project Tips And Tricks

Microsoft Project Tips and Tricks

Its hard to believe that Microsoft Project has been around since 1984 and it’s still going strong throughout companies of all sizes. Here are some of my favorite Microsoft Project Tips and Tricks to help you improve your Microsoft Project skills. As an FYI, there are 2 different versions of the Microsoft Project Desktop application: Microsoft Project Standard Desktop version that is used on its own and the data is stored in an .mpp file and the Microsoft Professional version can be used with Microsoft Project Online or Project Server for an enterprise solution where the files are synchronized in a database. The majority of articles and videos will work with both but I will call out features that are specific to the Professional version also.

Delete Projects in Project for the Web

Learn how to delete unwanted projects in Project for the Web with this step-by-step guide. Say goodbye to hidden projects and declutter your workspace!
Set Task Dependencies in Project for the Web

In this post, I’ll teach you how to set task dependencies in Project for the Web. Microsoft has recently expanded its dependency planning features, and now we have more options than ever! Let’s walk through all the available features and learn how to make the most of them in your project planning. If you would…
Change the Owner in Project Online

n this post, I’ll guide you through the process to Change the Owner in Project Online or Project Server. The process involves two sets of steps—one set for the current project owner and the other set for the new owner. Let’s get started! If you would rather watch a YouTube video on this subject, click…
Create a Master Project in Microsoft Project Online or Project Server

Learn how to create a master project in Microsoft Project Online or Project Server step-by-step. Follow this guide to efficiently manage your projects.
Import a Free Quick Access Toolbar an Ribbon

In this guide, I’ll show you how to import a Free Quick Access Toolbar and Ribbon file specifically designed for Project Online or Project Server. If you manage enterprise projects with either platform, this customization can make your work much easier. Plus, I’m giving this file away for free! Click the following URL to download…
Create Custom Columns in Project for the Web

Learn how to create custom columns in Project for the Web to track unique task information. Follow these steps to set up custom Choice, Number, and Text fields.
Create a Filter for Critical Milestones in Microsoft Project

In this guide, I’ll show you how to create a Filter for Critical Milestones in Microsoft Project. While Microsoft Project offers a filter for critical tasks and milestone tasks individually, it doesn’t provide a built-in filter for critical milestones – those milestones which are on the Critical Path. So, let’s dive into how to create…
Create a Filter to Identify Tasks Spanning Across Weekends

Managing a project in Microsoft Project often involves keeping track of tasks that run through non-working days, like weekends. If you need to locate tasks that span across one or more weekends, this guide will show you how to create a custom filter to do just that. If you would rather watch a YouTube video…
How to Use the Split Task Tool in Microsoft Project

Learn how to effectively split tasks in Microsoft Project using the Split Task tool. Follow our step-by-step guide to manage your project schedule efficiently.