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These release notes provide information about new features, security updates, and non-security updates that are included in Monthly Channel updates to Office 365 ProPlus in 2018.
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- The following also provides information about new features, security updates, and non-security updates for Visio Pro for Office 365 and Project Online Desktop Client.
- This information also applies to Office 365 Business, which is the version of Office that comes with some Office 365 plans, such as Business Premium.
- We often roll out features (and sometimes even fixes) to Monthly over a period of time. This allows us to ensure that things are working smoothly before releasing the feature to a wider audience. So, if you don't see something described below, don't worry you'll get it eventually. Learn more
- The security updates information for each update channel of Office 365 ProPlus will start being listed separately at Security Updates.
Version 1811: December 11
Version 1811 (Build 11029.20108)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8597: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8598: Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8627: Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8636: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Outlook: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8587: Microsoft Outlook Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
PowerPoint: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8628: Microsoft PowerPoint Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
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Version 1811: November 27
Version 1811 (Build 11029.20079)
Access: Feature updates
- Paint it black, paint it gray: Change the look of Access as often as you like. Four themes to choose from: Colorful, Dark Gray, Black, or White. Learn more
Outlook: Feature updates
- Zoom and stick: Instead of adjusting Zoom each time you read a message, choose a default to use for all your messages. Learn more
- Keep working while moving messages: Outlook now moves messages in the background, so you can keep working while moving lots of messages between folders.
- Polished the Focused Inbox on and off experiences: For customers that do not use Focused Inbox, we brought back the Unread tab in the message list across all folders. We also added a sort by Flag to make it easier to find flagged items. Finally, Focused Inbox has a better interaction model with search: Focused Inbox remains until a user starts to search and we show 'Results' text shown after a search completes.
PowerPoint: Feature updates
- See slide number on printed handouts: Add slide number to the print copy of your handouts. Learn more
Office Suite: Feature updates
- Share and upload your documents with the new exposed buttons in the Info Place: Previously Share, Copy Path to Clipboard, and Open File Location buttons were only accessible behind the document save path. Now they're buttons you can clearly see in the Info Place! Navigate to File > Info as you normally would to see these new buttons.
Version 1810: November 13
Version 1810 (Build 11001.20108)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8574: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8577: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Outlook: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8522: Microsoft Outlook Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8524: Microsoft Outlook Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8558: Microsoft Outlook Information Disclosure Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8576: Microsoft Outlook Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8579: Microsoft Outlook Information Disclosure Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8582: Microsoft Outlook Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Project: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8575: Microsoft Project Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Word: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8573: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Skype for Business: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8546: Microsoft Skype for Business Denial of Service Vulnerability
Project: Non-security Updates
- Fixed an issue where when saving/publishing a project to Project Online, the status bar was not always updating to show the latest status.
- Fixed an issue where if you were working with Project files on a SharePoint document library that was in the new modern experience, the Check-Out Required and Read-Only actions were not being correctly followed.
Version 1810: October 29
Version 1810 (Build 11001.20074)
Excel: Feature updates
- Collaborate with comments: Keep the conversation going right in your spreadsheet with the built-in reply box. Learn more
- Stock quotes at your fingertips: Retrieve the latest stock price, change in price, and more with the new Stocks data type. There's a new data type for Geography too. Learn more
- Reveal what's behind a picture: Put a picture in a worksheet, pick your preset, and watch the transparency change. That's it! Learn more
- Easy editing in the formula bar: You can now use CTRL+A to select text in a cell or the formula bar. There's also improved support for emojis and other complex characters. Learn more
Outlook: Feature updates
- People suggestions in the Scheduling Assistant: See recommendations for attendees to add when you schedule a meeting. No more switching back and forth between the Scheduling Assistant and the To line. Learn more
- Reserving a room just got easier: Look for a conference room using more than one room list - and switch lists without losing rooms you've selected.
- Stop seeing reminders for past events: You can set your calendar to automatically dismiss reminders for events after they've ended. Learn more
PowerPoint: Feature updates
- Reveal what's behind a picture: Put a picture on a slide, pick your preset, and watch the transparency change. That's it! Learn more
- New proofreading tools: Don't stress about your words. PowerPoint now provides grammar and writing suggestions.
- You sketch, we polish: We change hand-drawn text and shapes into refined diagrams. Just select your ink strokes to get started. Learn more
Word: Feature updates
- Reveal what's behind a picture: Put a picture in a document, pick your preset, and watch the transparency change. That's it! Learn more
- Watch your documents come alive: Insert animated 3D graphics to see hearts beat, planets orbit, and T-Rex rampage across the page. Learn more
Access: Feature updates
- Your ribbon icons have a new look Don't worry, everything works the same. Plus, they look great on screens of all sizes. Learn more
Publisher: Feature updates
- Your ribbon icons have a new look Don't worry, everything works the same. Plus, they look great on screens of all sizes. Learn more
Project: Feature updates
- Your ribbon icons have a new look Don't worry, everything works the same. Plus, they look great on screens of all sizes. Learn more
Visio: Feature updates
- Your ribbon icons have a new look Don't worry, everything works the same. Plus, they look great on screens of all sizes. Learn more
Version 1809: October 16
Version 1809 (Build 10827.20181)
Office suite: Non-Security updates
- Fixed various performance issues.
Version 1809: October 9
Version 1809 (Build 10827.20150)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8502: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Outlook: Security updates
- ADV180026: Microsoft Office Defense in Depth Update
PowerPoint: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8501: Microsoft PowerPoint Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Word: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8504: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- ADV180026: Microsoft Office Defense in Depth Update
Office suite: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8432: Microsoft Graphics Components Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Version 1809: September 27
Version 1809 (Build 10827.20138)
Excel: Feature Updates
- Speedy Lookup We've turbo-charged your VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, and MATCH calculations so you can get answers faster. Learn more
- Calling all Get & Transform fans If you use Get & Transform a lot, you'll be happy to know that the Column From Example feature has been improved. And, many connectors have been improved as well. Learn more
- Your ribbon icons have a new look Don't worry, everything works the same. Plus, they look great on screens of all sizes. Learn more
Outlook: Feature Updates
- See what's Coming Soon Try out new user experiences before they're released and let us know what you think. Learn more
- See the URL behind Safe Links Safe Links protects you from malicious URLS received in email but they hide the original URL. To see the original, hover your mouse over the URL. Requires an Advanced Threat Protection license. Learn more
- Get search spelling suggestions After performing a search, Outlook will provide a suggested search query with spelling corrections.
- Your ribbon icons have a new look Don't worry, everything works the same. Plus, they look great on screens of all sizes. Learn more
PowerPoint: Feature Updates
- Watch your slides come alive Insert animated 3D graphics to see hearts beat, planets orbit, and T-Rex rampage across the screen. Learn more
- Your ribbon icons have a new look Don't worry, everything works the same. Plus, they look great on screens of all sizes. Learn more
Word: Feature Updates
- Get their attention with @mentions Use @mentions in comments to let co-workers know when you need their input. Learn more
- Your ribbon icons have a new look Don't worry, everything works the same. Plus, they look great on screens of all sizes. Learn more
- Equation Editor converter Converter allows users to convert equations created using Microsoft Equation editor to Office Math ML format to enable editing.
- Take your doc from static to stunning Transform your document into an interactive, easy-to-share web page that looks great on any device. Learn more
Version 1808: September 11
Version 1808 (Build 10730.20102)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8331: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8429: Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Word: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8430: Word PDF Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Office suite: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8332: Win32k Graphics Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Version 1808: September 5
Version 1808 (Build 10730.20088)
Access: Feature Updates
- Refresh, relink, or remove linked tables The updated Linked Table Manager is the location for managing all data sources and linked tables. Learn more
Outlook: Feature Updates
- Turn off forwarding for a meeting Prevent attendees from forwarding your meeting to others. Just go to the ribbon and click Response Options. Learn more
Visio: Feature Updates
- Enjoy an iconic moment in your next diagram Pick from 26 new stencils with icons for analytics, arts, celebration, faces, sports, and more.
- Build a Word document out of Visio shapes Automatically add diagram content, including shapes and metadata, to a Word document. Then customize the document to create process guidelines and operation manuals. Learn more
- Visio and Power BI: Better together In just a few clicks, turn your Visio diagram into an interactive Power BI visualization. Learn more
Project: Feature Updates
- See more info on Task Board cards When the title alone doesn't tell the story, customize your Task Board cards to show all the most important details. Learn more
Excel: Non-security updates
- Fixes an issue in Excel wherein the dotted line marking the range of cells that a user selected for copying does not disappear and remains in clipboard even after a subsequent user operation like paste.
Outlook: Non-security updates
- Addresses an issue that caused the 'Click to view more...' link to be missing from the search results list for some users with multiple Exchange accounts configured.
Office Suite: Non-security updates
- Fixed an issue that caused update install to take a long time in certain scenarios.
Lync: Non-security updates
- Fixes an issue that prevented emoticons in IM messages from being displayed.
Version 1807: August 14
Version 1807 (Build 10325.20118)
Access: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8312: Microsoft Access Remote Code Execution Use After Free Vulnerability
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8375: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8379: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8382: Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Outlook: Security updates
- ADV180021: Microsoft Office Defense in Depth Update
Office Suite: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8378: Microsoft Office Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Version 1807: July 25
Version 1807 (Build 10325.20082)
Outlook: Feature updates
- Outlook add-in warnings: Occasionally an Outlook COM add-in can encounter problems that slows down the rest of Outlook. These problems could be due to latency of events such as switching between Outlook folders, arrival of new emails, opening Calendar items, etc. When such issues arise, Outlook will display a warning in the notification bar.
- Join Teams meetings from the Outlook Reminders dialog: When Outlook reminds users of an upcoming meeting, it will show a Join Online button if the upcoming meeting is a Teams online meeting. This is similar to the experience of joining a Skype for Business meeting from the Outlook Reminders dialog.
PowerPoint: Feature updates
- Hyperlink colors: Hyperlinks aren't just blue anymore. Apply any font color you like. Learn more
Visio: Feature updates
- Build a Word document out of Visio shapes: Automatically add diagram content, including shapes and metadata, to a Word document. Then customize the document to create process guidelines and operation manuals. Learn more
Word: Feature updates
- Track changes with IRM: You can now use the Track Changes feature in Word in IRM-protected documents without requiring the Full Control usage right.
Office Suite: Non-security updates
- Fixed a set of issues that prevented some users from opening IRM-protected documents & emails that were shared with them by people in other organizations.
Version 1806: July 17
Version 1806 (Build 10228.20134)
Office Suite: Non-security updates
- Fixed some performance issues.
Version 1806: July 10
Version 1806 (Build 10228.20104)
Access: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8312: Microsoft Access Remote Code Execution Use After Free Vulnerability
Outlook: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8310: Microsoft Office Tampering Vulnerability
Office Suite: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8281: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Version 1806: June 25
Version 1806 (Build 10228.20080)
Excel: Feature updates
- Improved cell and formula bar editing: You can now use CTRL+A to select text in a cell or the formula bar. There's also improved support for emojis and other complex characters.Learn more
- Improved SVG support: You can insert SVG's that have filters applied to them. Learn more
Outlook: Feature updates
- Recurrence default: In the Appointment Recurrence dialog box (under 'Range of recurrence'), 'End by' is the default setting (instead of 'No end date') and is the first setting listed, and a default end date is set.
- Accessibility Checker improvements: The Accessibility Checker has updated support for international standards and recommendations to make your messages more accessible. Learn more
PowerPoint: Feature updates
- Improved SVG support: You can insert SVG's that have filters applied to them. Learn more
- Title your slides with a pen: Use your pen to ink in a title, and watch PowerPoint convert it to text. Learn more
Project: Feature updates
- Stay organized with Recent save locations: Project keeps a running list of where you've saved other projects. When you're ready to save your project, just choose one of your Recent save locations and get on with your day.
- A new way to manage sprints: Take an agile approach to working with Task Boards. Go to Manage Sprints to add and remove sprints as your project evolves.
Project: Non-security updates
- Fixed an issue where saving sub-projects from master projects would fail.
Visio: Feature updates
- More stencils, more icons, more choice: We've added 26 stencils including Analytics, Arts, Celebration, Faces, Location, Medical, Nature, People, Sports, Weather and Seasons, and more.
Word: Feature updates
- Improved SVG support: You can insert SVGs that have filters applied to them. Learn more
Version 1805: June 13
Version 1805 (Build 9330.2124)
Outlook Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where an application calling the MAPI API could result in a crash.
Version 1805: June 12
Version 1805 (Build 9330.2118)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8246: Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8248: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Outlook: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8244: Microsoft Outlook Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Outlook non-security updates
- Fix an issue where an application calling the MAPI API could result in a crash.
Project Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where you are blocked from saving a sub project when working with them through the context of a master project.
Version 1805: May 24
Version 1805 (Build 9330.2087)
Outlook Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where Outlook crashes when using the iCloud add-in.
Version 1805: May 23
Version 1805 (Build 9330.2078)
Access: Feature updates
- Visualize data with new charts: Choose from 11 charts and add one to your forms and reports to better visualize the data and make informed decisions. Learn more
Excel: Feature updates
- Chat with co-authors while you edit: Collaborate more effectively by chatting with your co-authors without ever leaving Excel. Note that this feature is not available in some regions.Learn more
Outlook: Feature updates
- Hands free typing: Use your voice to create emails by simply dictating. No need to type. Learn more
- View 3 time zones: Need to schedule a meeting across time zones? Add multiple time zones to your calendar to easily see everyone's availability and pick a time that works for all. Learn more
- Calendar sharing made easy: Sharing your calendars is simpler and calendars shared from Outlook Desktop are now also available in Outlook Mobile. Learn more
Outlook: Non-security updates
- Change the wording in an invite to share a calendar from 'Open this calendar' to 'Accept.'
PowerPoint: Feature updates
- Chat with co-authors while you edit: Collaborate more effectively by chatting with your co-authors without ever leaving PowerPoint. Learn more
- Hands free typing: Use your voice to create presentations by simply dictating. No need to type. Learn more
- Microsoft Forms: Put a quiz or survey on a slide. Office collects and stores the responses for you. Learn more
Project: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where Project may crash the first time you save a project to Project Web App.
Visio: Feature updates
- Starter diagrams: The Organization Chart, Brainstorming, and SDL templates have new starter diagrams to get you up and running quickly.
Word: Feature updates
- Chat with co-authors while you edit: Collaborate more effectively by chatting with your co-authors without ever leaving Word. Learn more
- Hands free typing: Use your voice to create documents by simply dictating. No need to type. Learn more
- Editing comes naturally with Ink Editor: With a single stroke, split or join words, add a new line, or insert words using your pen. Learn more
Version 1804: May 14
Version 1804 (Build 9226.2156)
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- Fix an issue where, when opening an application, the user might see a message about launching in Safe mode and then the application fails to open.
Version 1804: May 8
Version 1804 (Build 9226.2126)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8147: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8148: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8162: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8163: Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Outlook: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8150: Microsoft Outlook Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Office suite: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8157: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8158: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Version 1804: April 25
Version 1804 (Build 9226.2114)
Outlook: Feature updates
- Listen to your emails: Outlook can read your email aloud, highlighting text as it's read. Learn more
- Never miss a reminder: Set reminders to pop up over windows you're working in. Otherwise, Outlook will blink in the taskbar to get your attention.Learn more
- Mark deleted items as read: You can now set any message that you delete as read. Opt in by going to File > Options > Mail > Other.
- Encrypt option: Office 365 Message Encryption users can encrypt a message and send it to anyone, inside or outside their organization. Encrypt option appears under Options > Permissions when creating a message. Learn more
PowerPoint: Feature updates
- Convert your ink: Take scribbled notes and drawings, and convert them into readable text and crisp shapes to create a polished presentation. Learn more
Project: Feature updates
- Task board filtering: Streamline your task boards by filtering on key resources or summary tasks.
- Set percent complete from a task board: Choose a percent complete for each column, and then update task completion with drag-and-drop.
- Sprint navigation: Switch from one sprint view to another, and quickly move tasks between sprints.
Word: Feature updates
- Find and fix relevant proofing issues: Editor pane now displays an overview of proofing issues found in your document, so the focus is on fixing the ones that are most relevant to you.
Version 1803: April 11
Version 1803 (Build 9126.2152)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-1029: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
PowerPoint: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where multiple users co-authoring on the same presentation results in an incorrect duplication of slides masters.
- Fix an issue where opening a file saved on OneDrive results in PowerPoint crashing when exiting Protected View.
Skype for Business: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue related to TLS 1.2 support.
Word: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue that causes an insufficient memory message to appear.
Office suite: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0950: Microsoft Office Information Disclosure Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-1026: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-1030: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- Flash, Silverlight and Shockwave controls blocked from activating in Office for security reasons: For security reasons new builds of Microsoft Office for Office 365 on Windows block activation of Flash, Silverlight, and Shockwave controls. Learn more here and here.
Version 1803: March 27
Version 1803 (Build 9126.2116)
Excel: Feature updates
- Microsoft Translator: Translate words, phrases or sentences to another language with Microsoft Translator. You can do this from the Review tab in the ribbon.
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Excel: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where Quick Print of an Excel workbook attached to an Outlook email may not print.
- Fix an issue where clicking on a hyperlink may cause Excel to crash.
- Fix an issue where using cube functions causes Excel to crash.
OneDrive for Business: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where OneDrive for Business (Groove.exe) consumes one CPU core's worth of CPU (for example, 25% on a 4 core CPU) in Task Manager for extended periods of time.
Outlook: Feature updates
- Blind carbon copy (Bcc) warning: A warning appears if you choose Reply All to a message that you were Bcc'ed on.
- A smarter To: line: When you click the To: line to address a message, we suggest recipients you're likely to choose. Plus, you can see their picture, so you know yo're sending to the right person.
PowerPoint: Feature updates
- Microsoft Translator: Translate words, phrases or sentences to another language with Microsoft Translator. You can do this from the Review tab in the ribbon.
- Improved support for high definition displays: If you use multiple monitors or a laptop dock, Office apps will now look crisp on every display, even if the displays have different scaling settings. Learn more
Skype for Business: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where adding users by selecting 'Skype Call' in a meeting causes an error.
- Remove prompt asking user to add Skype coordinates to a meeting, if a Skype Room is added as the location and the meeting already contains Teams meeting coordinates.
Visio: Feature updates
- Improved support for high definition displays: If you use multiple monitors or a laptop dock, Office apps will now look crisp on every display, even if the displays have different scaling settings. Learn more
Word: Feature updates
- Improved support for high definition displays: If you use multiple monitors or a laptop dock, Office apps will now look crisp on every display, even if the displays have different scaling settings. Learn more
Version 1802: March 13
Version 1802 (Build 9029.2253)
Access: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0903: Microsoft Access Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
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- CVE-2018-0907: Microsoft Office Excel Security Feature Bypass
Word: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0919: Microsoft Office Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Version 1802: February 26
Version 1802 (Build 9029.2167)
Outlook: Feature updates
- Know who you'll be meeting with: You can see other people's responses to a meeting request, even if you aren't the organizer.
- Sort your email with ease: Thanks to your feedback, we've brought back sorting above the message list and the Unread filter for people who don't use Focused Inbox.
Project: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where setting more than one baseline in a session sets the MOD_DATE value as the same.
Skype for Business: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where location is populated even when UseLocationForE911Only is set to true.
- Fix an issue where Skype for Business hangs when using the 'call using conference center' option to invite users from the roster.
- Fix an issue where Outlook running on terminal server freezes while creating a Skype for Business meeting.
- Change the default value of EnableRestoreOAuthUsedKeyWhenUsingCachedWebTicket to TRUE.
Visio: Feature updates
- Built-in database model diagrams: Use the new Database Model Diagram template to accurately model your database as a Visio diagram. No add-in required.
- More stencils for business diagrams: Using modern shapes, compare and contrast data with a Venn diagram, or draw Cycle, Matrix, or Pyramid diagrams to help tell your story.
- Keep your diagram and source in sync: When you edit a Data Visualizer diagram in Visio, you have the option to update the linked Excel source data with the latest diagram content.
Version 1801: February 13
Version 1801 (Build 9001.2171)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0841: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Outlook: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0850: Microsoft Outlook Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0852: Microsoft Outlook Memory Corruption Vulnerability
Office suite: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0851: Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0853: Microsoft Office Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Version 1801: February 7
Version 1801 (Build 9001.2144)
Excel: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where, if your editing language is Japanese, Chinese, or Korean, Excel may freeze when you try to choose a new font on the Home tab or when you edit.
Version 1801: February 1
Version 1801 (Build 9001.2138)
Project: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where Actual Work is still shown in the reporting tables after being removed in a Save for Sharing session.
- Fix an issue in the German language version where using a Weeks date format returns an error when scheduling.
- Fix an issue where, when editing finish dates in Schedule Web Part, tasks stay at 8 hours per day instead of being spread over time.
- Fix an issue where 'Progress point shape' is drawn at an unexpected location.
Skype for Business: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where 'More Options' and 'Invite More People' buttons are hidden when a meeting is in full-screen mode.
- Fix an issue where the P2P audio call window or conference call window becomes transparent when you attempt to join.
- Fix an issue where upcoming Skype meetings do not show up in the meetings tab.
- Fix an issue where, when Skype for Business is configured to join meetings without audio, adding audio to a meeting initiates a new P2P call to the user itself rather than adding audio to the existing meeting.
- Fix an issue where user receives the error message 'We couldn't find this Skype meeting' when clicking 'Join Skype Meeting' link in a meeting request from Outlook.
Version 1712: January 30
Version 1712 (Build 8827.2179)
Excel: Non-security updates
- Fix and issue where the scroll bars are missing when a workbook is opened when Excel is minimized.
Outlook: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where search fails with 'No matches found' when search is scoped to All Mailboxes.
Version 1712: January 17
Version 1712 (Build 8827.2148)
Excel: Feature updates
- Convert SVG icons to shapes: Transform all SVG pictures and icons into Office shapes so you can change their color, size, or texture.
- Deselect cells: Make selections in your worksheet and deselect cells that you accidentally clicked without having to start over.
Excel: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where workbook references fail when opening multiple workbooks by double-clicking on the file names in File Explorer.
Outlook: Feature updates
- Convert SVG icons to shapes: Transform all SVG pictures and icons into Office shapes so you can change their color, size, or texture.
- Improvements to Office 365 groups: It's easier than ever to read and reply to group conversations because you can double-click on a group message to open it in its own window.
PowerPoint: Feature updates
- 3D animations: Bring your 3D models to life with animations such as swinging gently or jumping and turning.
- Convert SVG icons to shapes: Transform all SVG pictures and icons into Office shapes so you can change their color, size, or texture.
Skype for Business: Non-security updates
- Add call transfer button in the toast UI for incoming PSTN calls.
- Notify users that calls and chat are being sent to Teams when ChatDefaultClient and CallDefaultClient are set to Teams.
- Show user's presence as Offline when user is not in a meeting and disabled from Skype for Business and meeting join experience is set to Native Limited Client.
- Disable all options except Open and Exit when Skype for Business is minimized to the notification area.
- Suppress new calls and conversations when paired with Aries phones and RedirectClient is enabled.
- Fix an issue where searching messages in PChat by date fails when the date format is other than US format (mm/dd/yy).
- Fix an issue where, when EnableExternalP2PFileTransfer policy is set to false, users are still able to attach files in meetings.
Visio: Feature updates
- Use Excel templates to export to a Visio diagram: Get a jump on your Visio flowcharts. Enter your data in one of the Process Map Excel templates and export to Visio to create the diagram automatically. Requires Visio Pro for Office 365.
Word: Feature updates
- Convert SVG icons to shapes: Transform all SVG pictures and icons into Office shapes so you can change their color, size, or texture.
Version 1711: January 9
Version 1711 (Build 8730.2175)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0796: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- Advisory 170021: Microsoft Office Defense in Depth Update
Outlook: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0791: Microsoft Outlook Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0793: Microsoft Outlook Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Word: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0792: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0793: Microsoft Outlook Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0794: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0798: Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0801: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0802: Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0804: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0805: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0806: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0807: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0812: Microsoft Word Memory Corruption Vulnerability
Office suite: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0795: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- Advisory 180003: Microsoft Office Defense in Depth Update
Version 1711: January 2
Version 1711 (Build 8730.2165)
Excel: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where the programmatic creation of a PivotTable followed by a programmatic refresh causes Excel to crash.
- Fix an issue where programmatically calling Workbook.Open() may cause Excel to crash.
PowerPoint: Non-security updates
- Improved cell and formula bar editing: You can now use CTRL+A to select text in a cell or the formula bar. There's also improved support for emojis and other complex characters.Learn more
- Improved SVG support: You can insert SVG's that have filters applied to them. Learn more
Outlook: Feature updates
- Recurrence default: In the Appointment Recurrence dialog box (under 'Range of recurrence'), 'End by' is the default setting (instead of 'No end date') and is the first setting listed, and a default end date is set.
- Accessibility Checker improvements: The Accessibility Checker has updated support for international standards and recommendations to make your messages more accessible. Learn more
PowerPoint: Feature updates
- Improved SVG support: You can insert SVG's that have filters applied to them. Learn more
- Title your slides with a pen: Use your pen to ink in a title, and watch PowerPoint convert it to text. Learn more
Project: Feature updates
- Stay organized with Recent save locations: Project keeps a running list of where you've saved other projects. When you're ready to save your project, just choose one of your Recent save locations and get on with your day.
- A new way to manage sprints: Take an agile approach to working with Task Boards. Go to Manage Sprints to add and remove sprints as your project evolves.
Project: Non-security updates
- Fixed an issue where saving sub-projects from master projects would fail.
Visio: Feature updates
- More stencils, more icons, more choice: We've added 26 stencils including Analytics, Arts, Celebration, Faces, Location, Medical, Nature, People, Sports, Weather and Seasons, and more.
Word: Feature updates
- Improved SVG support: You can insert SVGs that have filters applied to them. Learn more
Version 1805: June 13
Version 1805 (Build 9330.2124)
Outlook Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where an application calling the MAPI API could result in a crash.
Version 1805: June 12
Version 1805 (Build 9330.2118)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8246: Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8248: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Outlook: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8244: Microsoft Outlook Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
Outlook non-security updates
- Fix an issue where an application calling the MAPI API could result in a crash.
Project Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where you are blocked from saving a sub project when working with them through the context of a master project.
Version 1805: May 24
Version 1805 (Build 9330.2087)
Outlook Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where Outlook crashes when using the iCloud add-in.
Version 1805: May 23
Version 1805 (Build 9330.2078)
Access: Feature updates
- Visualize data with new charts: Choose from 11 charts and add one to your forms and reports to better visualize the data and make informed decisions. Learn more
Excel: Feature updates
- Chat with co-authors while you edit: Collaborate more effectively by chatting with your co-authors without ever leaving Excel. Note that this feature is not available in some regions.Learn more
Outlook: Feature updates
- Hands free typing: Use your voice to create emails by simply dictating. No need to type. Learn more
- View 3 time zones: Need to schedule a meeting across time zones? Add multiple time zones to your calendar to easily see everyone's availability and pick a time that works for all. Learn more
- Calendar sharing made easy: Sharing your calendars is simpler and calendars shared from Outlook Desktop are now also available in Outlook Mobile. Learn more
Outlook: Non-security updates
- Change the wording in an invite to share a calendar from 'Open this calendar' to 'Accept.'
PowerPoint: Feature updates
- Chat with co-authors while you edit: Collaborate more effectively by chatting with your co-authors without ever leaving PowerPoint. Learn more
- Hands free typing: Use your voice to create presentations by simply dictating. No need to type. Learn more
- Microsoft Forms: Put a quiz or survey on a slide. Office collects and stores the responses for you. Learn more
Project: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where Project may crash the first time you save a project to Project Web App.
Visio: Feature updates
- Starter diagrams: The Organization Chart, Brainstorming, and SDL templates have new starter diagrams to get you up and running quickly.
Word: Feature updates
- Chat with co-authors while you edit: Collaborate more effectively by chatting with your co-authors without ever leaving Word. Learn more
- Hands free typing: Use your voice to create documents by simply dictating. No need to type. Learn more
- Editing comes naturally with Ink Editor: With a single stroke, split or join words, add a new line, or insert words using your pen. Learn more
Version 1804: May 14
Version 1804 (Build 9226.2156)
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Office suite: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where, when opening an application, the user might see a message about launching in Safe mode and then the application fails to open.
Version 1804: May 8
Version 1804 (Build 9226.2126)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8147: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8148: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8162: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8163: Microsoft Excel Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Outlook: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8150: Microsoft Outlook Security Feature Bypass Vulnerability
Office suite: Security updates
- CVE-2018-8157: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-8158: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Version 1804: April 25
Version 1804 (Build 9226.2114)
Outlook: Feature updates
- Listen to your emails: Outlook can read your email aloud, highlighting text as it's read. Learn more
- Never miss a reminder: Set reminders to pop up over windows you're working in. Otherwise, Outlook will blink in the taskbar to get your attention.Learn more
- Mark deleted items as read: You can now set any message that you delete as read. Opt in by going to File > Options > Mail > Other.
- Encrypt option: Office 365 Message Encryption users can encrypt a message and send it to anyone, inside or outside their organization. Encrypt option appears under Options > Permissions when creating a message. Learn more
PowerPoint: Feature updates
- Convert your ink: Take scribbled notes and drawings, and convert them into readable text and crisp shapes to create a polished presentation. Learn more
Project: Feature updates
- Task board filtering: Streamline your task boards by filtering on key resources or summary tasks.
- Set percent complete from a task board: Choose a percent complete for each column, and then update task completion with drag-and-drop.
- Sprint navigation: Switch from one sprint view to another, and quickly move tasks between sprints.
Word: Feature updates
- Find and fix relevant proofing issues: Editor pane now displays an overview of proofing issues found in your document, so the focus is on fixing the ones that are most relevant to you.
Version 1803: April 11
Version 1803 (Build 9126.2152)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-1029: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
PowerPoint: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where multiple users co-authoring on the same presentation results in an incorrect duplication of slides masters.
- Fix an issue where opening a file saved on OneDrive results in PowerPoint crashing when exiting Protected View.
Skype for Business: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue related to TLS 1.2 support.
Word: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue that causes an insufficient memory message to appear.
Office suite: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0950: Microsoft Office Information Disclosure Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-1026: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-1030: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- Flash, Silverlight and Shockwave controls blocked from activating in Office for security reasons: For security reasons new builds of Microsoft Office for Office 365 on Windows block activation of Flash, Silverlight, and Shockwave controls. Learn more here and here.
Version 1803: March 27
Version 1803 (Build 9126.2116)
Excel: Feature updates
- Microsoft Translator: Translate words, phrases or sentences to another language with Microsoft Translator. You can do this from the Review tab in the ribbon.
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Excel: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where Quick Print of an Excel workbook attached to an Outlook email may not print.
- Fix an issue where clicking on a hyperlink may cause Excel to crash.
- Fix an issue where using cube functions causes Excel to crash.
OneDrive for Business: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where OneDrive for Business (Groove.exe) consumes one CPU core's worth of CPU (for example, 25% on a 4 core CPU) in Task Manager for extended periods of time.
Outlook: Feature updates
- Blind carbon copy (Bcc) warning: A warning appears if you choose Reply All to a message that you were Bcc'ed on.
- A smarter To: line: When you click the To: line to address a message, we suggest recipients you're likely to choose. Plus, you can see their picture, so you know yo're sending to the right person.
PowerPoint: Feature updates
- Microsoft Translator: Translate words, phrases or sentences to another language with Microsoft Translator. You can do this from the Review tab in the ribbon.
- Improved support for high definition displays: If you use multiple monitors or a laptop dock, Office apps will now look crisp on every display, even if the displays have different scaling settings. Learn more
Skype for Business: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where adding users by selecting 'Skype Call' in a meeting causes an error.
- Remove prompt asking user to add Skype coordinates to a meeting, if a Skype Room is added as the location and the meeting already contains Teams meeting coordinates.
Visio: Feature updates
- Improved support for high definition displays: If you use multiple monitors or a laptop dock, Office apps will now look crisp on every display, even if the displays have different scaling settings. Learn more
Word: Feature updates
- Improved support for high definition displays: If you use multiple monitors or a laptop dock, Office apps will now look crisp on every display, even if the displays have different scaling settings. Learn more
Version 1802: March 13
Version 1802 (Build 9029.2253)
Access: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0903: Microsoft Access Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
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Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0907: Microsoft Office Excel Security Feature Bypass
Word: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0919: Microsoft Office Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Version 1802: February 26
Version 1802 (Build 9029.2167)
Outlook: Feature updates
- Know who you'll be meeting with: You can see other people's responses to a meeting request, even if you aren't the organizer.
- Sort your email with ease: Thanks to your feedback, we've brought back sorting above the message list and the Unread filter for people who don't use Focused Inbox.
Project: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where setting more than one baseline in a session sets the MOD_DATE value as the same.
Skype for Business: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where location is populated even when UseLocationForE911Only is set to true.
- Fix an issue where Skype for Business hangs when using the 'call using conference center' option to invite users from the roster.
- Fix an issue where Outlook running on terminal server freezes while creating a Skype for Business meeting.
- Change the default value of EnableRestoreOAuthUsedKeyWhenUsingCachedWebTicket to TRUE.
Visio: Feature updates
- Built-in database model diagrams: Use the new Database Model Diagram template to accurately model your database as a Visio diagram. No add-in required.
- More stencils for business diagrams: Using modern shapes, compare and contrast data with a Venn diagram, or draw Cycle, Matrix, or Pyramid diagrams to help tell your story.
- Keep your diagram and source in sync: When you edit a Data Visualizer diagram in Visio, you have the option to update the linked Excel source data with the latest diagram content.
Version 1801: February 13
Version 1801 (Build 9001.2171)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0841: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Outlook: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0850: Microsoft Outlook Elevation of Privilege Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0852: Microsoft Outlook Memory Corruption Vulnerability
Office suite: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0851: Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0853: Microsoft Office Information Disclosure Vulnerability
Version 1801: February 7
Version 1801 (Build 9001.2144)
Excel: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where, if your editing language is Japanese, Chinese, or Korean, Excel may freeze when you try to choose a new font on the Home tab or when you edit.
Version 1801: February 1
Version 1801 (Build 9001.2138)
Project: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where Actual Work is still shown in the reporting tables after being removed in a Save for Sharing session.
- Fix an issue in the German language version where using a Weeks date format returns an error when scheduling.
- Fix an issue where, when editing finish dates in Schedule Web Part, tasks stay at 8 hours per day instead of being spread over time.
- Fix an issue where 'Progress point shape' is drawn at an unexpected location.
Skype for Business: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where 'More Options' and 'Invite More People' buttons are hidden when a meeting is in full-screen mode.
- Fix an issue where the P2P audio call window or conference call window becomes transparent when you attempt to join.
- Fix an issue where upcoming Skype meetings do not show up in the meetings tab.
- Fix an issue where, when Skype for Business is configured to join meetings without audio, adding audio to a meeting initiates a new P2P call to the user itself rather than adding audio to the existing meeting.
- Fix an issue where user receives the error message 'We couldn't find this Skype meeting' when clicking 'Join Skype Meeting' link in a meeting request from Outlook.
Version 1712: January 30
Version 1712 (Build 8827.2179)
Excel: Non-security updates
- Fix and issue where the scroll bars are missing when a workbook is opened when Excel is minimized.
Outlook: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where search fails with 'No matches found' when search is scoped to All Mailboxes.
Version 1712: January 17
Version 1712 (Build 8827.2148)
Excel: Feature updates
- Convert SVG icons to shapes: Transform all SVG pictures and icons into Office shapes so you can change their color, size, or texture.
- Deselect cells: Make selections in your worksheet and deselect cells that you accidentally clicked without having to start over.
Excel: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where workbook references fail when opening multiple workbooks by double-clicking on the file names in File Explorer.
Outlook: Feature updates
- Convert SVG icons to shapes: Transform all SVG pictures and icons into Office shapes so you can change their color, size, or texture.
- Improvements to Office 365 groups: It's easier than ever to read and reply to group conversations because you can double-click on a group message to open it in its own window.
PowerPoint: Feature updates
- 3D animations: Bring your 3D models to life with animations such as swinging gently or jumping and turning.
- Convert SVG icons to shapes: Transform all SVG pictures and icons into Office shapes so you can change their color, size, or texture.
Skype for Business: Non-security updates
- Add call transfer button in the toast UI for incoming PSTN calls.
- Notify users that calls and chat are being sent to Teams when ChatDefaultClient and CallDefaultClient are set to Teams.
- Show user's presence as Offline when user is not in a meeting and disabled from Skype for Business and meeting join experience is set to Native Limited Client.
- Disable all options except Open and Exit when Skype for Business is minimized to the notification area.
- Suppress new calls and conversations when paired with Aries phones and RedirectClient is enabled.
- Fix an issue where searching messages in PChat by date fails when the date format is other than US format (mm/dd/yy).
- Fix an issue where, when EnableExternalP2PFileTransfer policy is set to false, users are still able to attach files in meetings.
Visio: Feature updates
- Use Excel templates to export to a Visio diagram: Get a jump on your Visio flowcharts. Enter your data in one of the Process Map Excel templates and export to Visio to create the diagram automatically. Requires Visio Pro for Office 365.
Word: Feature updates
- Convert SVG icons to shapes: Transform all SVG pictures and icons into Office shapes so you can change their color, size, or texture.
Version 1711: January 9
Version 1711 (Build 8730.2175)
Excel: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0796: Microsoft Excel Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- Advisory 170021: Microsoft Office Defense in Depth Update
Outlook: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0791: Microsoft Outlook Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0793: Microsoft Outlook Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Word: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0792: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0793: Microsoft Outlook Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0794: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0798: Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0801: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0802: Microsoft Office Memory Corruption Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0804: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0805: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0806: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0807: Microsoft Word Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- CVE-2018-0812: Microsoft Word Memory Corruption Vulnerability
Office suite: Security updates
- CVE-2018-0795: Microsoft Office Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
- Advisory 180003: Microsoft Office Defense in Depth Update
Version 1711: January 2
Version 1711 (Build 8730.2165)
Excel: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where the programmatic creation of a PivotTable followed by a programmatic refresh causes Excel to crash.
- Fix an issue where programmatically calling Workbook.Open() may cause Excel to crash.
PowerPoint: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where removing document properties and personal information causes saving to SharePoint to fail.
Project: Non-security updates
- Fix an issue where VBA code gets lost from projects.
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The go-to presentation tool for business and leisure
Professionals have long trusted its power and functionality to put their best foot forward. Students find it helpful as they create presentations for school projects and homework. PowerPoint 2016 is Microsoft's latest version with new features and streamlined automation. This tool is ideal for anyone creating an impressive presentation, either with all the bells and whistles or with a simple and minimalist style. Suggested design templates help those who are not as tech savvy, while also being incredibly customizable for those who know their way around the interface. It currently occupies 95% of the world's presentation software, solidifying its place as the industry standard. Using this program is sure to take your presentation to the next level.
Make your slides shine
Microsoft PowerPoint stays ahead of the curve as it releases innovative new features, still remaining the tried and true presentation software of the industry.Microsoft leads many niches including the presentation software industry with Microsoft PowerPoint 2016. PowerPoint can be accessed either by purchasing a single software download or with an Office 365 (O365) subscription. An O365 subscription provides users access to the full suite of Microsoft Office products: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneDrive, and Skype. Most users are opting for the Office 365 subscription as the monthly fee is low and provides access to Microsoft's full business productivity suite.
Some of PowerPoint's newest and most innovative updates are only available to O365 users. Those with Office 365 also have access to Microsoft's mobile apps, including PowerPoint for mobile, automatically syncing projects across all of your devices. PowerPoint via Microsoft Office Online allows users to collaborate within a presentation simultaneously, streamlining workflow and fostering teamwork. The latest version also offers templates in over 40 categories including business cards, calendars, flyers, photo albums, business plans, and of course business presentations.
Microsoft stays relevant with their Office Blog where users can connect with experts, see what's new, and get the most out of their software. Microsoft provides support for large-scale presentations and offers tips on various subjects to improve user success and satisfaction. Within the software program itself, easily navigate PowerPoint's toolbars to achieve the desired presentation. Business collaboration is upgraded with the ability to use @mentions within slide comments to notify others when you need their input.
Perhaps the most interesting new feature for business users is PowerPoint's ink conversion capability. Users can draw directly within the 'Draw' tab and PowerPoint will convert it to standard shapes. Sketch out an organizational chart within a slide and the ink converter will turn it into actual shapes and text. This takes on-the-fly edits and brainstorming to a whole new level. This feature, like many, is only available to Office 365 subscribers using Windows 10 version 1511 or later.PowerPoint is not just for your average work project though. With new features like 3-D animation and updated slide transitions, students and hobbyists can get creative as they showcase their information. PowerPoint consistently runs smoothly and quickly.
Microsoft PowerPoint 2016's 'Help' feature is enhanced from previous versions, which novices will find handy. All users are subject to Microsoft's standard privacy policy. They do not use email, chat, files, or other personal content to target ads to users, a welcomed differentiator from other large companies such as Google and Instagram. Microsoft collects search data, location services (when activated), and stored sign-in and payment data (when authorized). Users can log into their Privacy dashboard to adjust settings, clear browsing, search, location, voice, media, and product activity. Microsoft seems committed to keeping privacy controls in the hands of its userbase.
Where can you run this program?
Microsoft Office 365 2019 (subscription) and PowerPoint 2016 (software installation only) are compatible with Windows 10 or macOS. The 32bit version is automatically installed but users can manually choose the 64bit download.
Is there a better alternative?
Google Slides and Apple Keynote are the two biggest competitors to Microsoft PowerPoint. The first and biggest difference between these three is that Microsoft PowerPoint is a paid software and Google Slides and Apple Keynote are both free.
There are also some additional capabilities that come included with Keynote but are an upgrade for PowerPoint users. Google Slides allows you to present via Chromecast, Airplay, or Hangouts, never having to connect any wires. Other than that, the abilities of each program are mostly similar, with some additions and deletions here and there.The big tradeoff lies in familiarity vs free.
Is it worth the learning curve to try Keynote or Slides? Most large companies and those with formal presentation needs will feel safer staying close to home with what they know, which is PowerPoint. With new features added with nearly every monthly release update, Microsoft simply adds to a program you already know, facilitating easier adoption.
Our take
Microsoft PowerPoint has been and will continue to be the presentation software front runner for the foreseeable future. For important presentations for business and school, reliability cannot be left up to chance. Making the leap from PowerPoint to another program may introduce risk when the stakes are already high. People like what is working for them and Microsoft is a brand people can trust.
Should you download it?
Yes. Most business professionals and students are working with Microsoft Office products like PowerPoint already. You may be wondering if the O365 subscription is worth it or if you can get by with similar, free programs. That depends on your needs. Download an O365 subscription with Microsoft PowerPoint if you need a familiar, fast, and ever-evolving presentation software. Go for Google Slides if you are willing to work through a learning curve, adapt to a new interface, and if there will not be a negative reception of non-Microsoft products at your school or office. You cannot go wrong with Microsoft.
Highs
- Integrates with other Microsoft products
- Simultaneous collaboration available to work on the same project at the same time as your teammates
- PowerPoint app allows on-the-go presentation creation and editing
Lows
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- Free options available (Google Slides or Apple Keynote)
- Some functionality upgrades cost additional money
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