Microsoft Project Quick Tip: Set a Custom Date Format for a Table

Many years ago, I was challenged in class one day by a student who claimed that it is only possible to specify one date format in Microsoft Project, which is then applied to every project you open. He pointed out correctly that you specify the Date format setting used by Microsoft Project on the General Read more about Microsoft Project Quick Tip: Set a Custom Date Format for a Table[…]

Using Flag Fields to Automatically Format Gantt Bar Colors

Background A common request in the Microsoft Project user forum is to format the colors of Gantt bars automatically based on who is assigned to each task. For example, I want the Gantt bars for tasks assigned to the project manager to be formatted with the green color, while I want the Gantt bars for Read more about Using Flag Fields to Automatically Format Gantt Bar Colors[…]

Microsoft Project Quick Tip: Right Click on the Select All Button to Change Tables

Last month I blogged about my old friend, the right-mouse button. In that blog post, I discussed the many locations in the Microsoft Project user interface where you can right-click and use a shortcut menu to access a feature. Today I want to show you more about my favorite right-clicking trick. This is the trick I have Read more about Microsoft Project Quick Tip: Right Click on the Select All Button to Change Tables[…]

Adding a new Project Web App Account in Microsoft Project Pro

1. Double click on Microsoft Project Pro, in the Login pop-up window choose the Profile option of Computer then click OK.​ 2. When the screen below appears press the ESC button on your keyboard. 3. Click on the File tab. 4. Click on Info. 5. Under the Info section, click on “Manage Accounts”. 6. In the “Project Web App Accounts” pop-up window click on “Add”. Read more about Adding a new Project Web App Account in Microsoft Project Pro[…]

Assigning Resources in Microsoft Project

In this video you will learn how to assign resources in Microsoft Project. Interested in how EPMA can help you with your projects? Contact us today at 1.888.444.EPMA or [email protected]. Thanks for watching! Please feel free to leave comments below or check out our other blogs on Microsoft Project, Project Server, SharePoint and Project Management Methodology. Read more about Assigning Resources in Microsoft Project[…]

Using Summary Tasks in Microsoft Project

In this video you will learn how to use summary tasks effectively to better organize your project. Interested in learning even more about Microsoft Project? Contact us today at 1.888.444.EPMA Thanks for watching! Please feel free to leave comments below or check out our other blogs on Microsoft Project, Project Server, SharePoint and Project Management Methodology. Read more about Using Summary Tasks in Microsoft Project[…]

Using Milestone in Microsoft Project

In this video you will learn the 3 most common ways to use and insert a milestone in Microsoft Project. Thanks for watching! Please feel free to leave comments below or check out our other blogs on Microsoft Project, Project Server, SharePoint and Project Management Methodology. Follow us at @EPMAinc, linkedin, or facebook

Creating Project Templates in Microsoft Project 2013 Tutorial

Some people learn by reading and others by seeing, so here is a video tutuorial of my last blog on how to create project templates in Microsoft Project 2013: Thanks for watching! Please feel free to leave comments below or check out our other blogs on Microsoft Project, Project Server, SharePoint and Project Management Methodology. Read more about Creating Project Templates in Microsoft Project 2013 Tutorial[…]