Excel
The latest Excel coverage — news, analysis, and updates from the WindowsNews.AI desk.
4 Ways to Force Microsoft 365 to Open Files in Desktop Apps by Default
Microsoft 365 offers users the flexibility to work with files either in web apps or desktop applications. While the web versions provide convenience, many power users prefer the full functionality of...
Microsoft 365 Copilot: AI Productivity at a Premium Price
The hum of productivity has taken on a new, synthetic timbre in offices worldwide as Microsoft embeds its Copilot artificial intelligence deeply into the heart of Microsoft 365, transforming familiar...
Excel Dark Mode for Windows Now Live with Full-Sheet Dark Theme
Here is a detailed, comprehensive article on the release and implications of Dark Mode in Microsoft Excel for Windows: Microsoft Excel Dark Mode: Revolutionize Your Spreadsheet Experience Microsoft...
Microsoft Excel Dark Mode Launches for Windows Insiders, Cuts Eye Strain 60%
Microsoft Excel has officially rolled out Dark Mode for Windows users, marking a significant upgrade in user experience and visual comfort. This long-awaited feature, now available to Microsoft 365...
CVE-2025-21362: Critical Excel Vulnerability Puts Users at Risk of Remote Code Execution
CVE-2025-21362: Major Excel Vulnerability Exposes Users to RCE Risks A newly discovered vulnerability in Microsoft Excel, tracked as CVE-2025-21362, has raised significant concerns among...
Critical Excel zero-day CVE-2025-21354 actively exploited, CVSS 9.8, no patch yet.
A newly discovered critical vulnerability in Microsoft Excel (CVE-2025-21354) has security experts sounding alarms about potential remote code execution (RCE) attacks. This zero-day flaw, currently...
Excel Copilot Breaks Data Science Barriers with Enhanced Python Integration
Microsoft's Excel Copilot is revolutionizing data science workflows by significantly enhancing its Python support, effectively breaking down language barriers for professionals and enthusiasts alike....
Excel 2025: AI Formulas, Python, Power Query Redefine Data Work
Microsoft Excel continues to redefine productivity with its 2025 updates, introducing groundbreaking AI capabilities, enhanced Power Query features, and native Python integration. These innovations...
Excel Copilot Now Analyzes Text Sentiment & Themes with Forms Integration
Microsoft Excel has recently undergone significant enhancements, introducing advanced text analytics capabilities powered by Copilot and a seamless integration with Microsoft Forms. These updates aim...
Microsoft 365 2024 Unleashes AI: Copilot, Excel Automation & Smarter Security
Microsoft 365 continues to evolve, and the 2024 updates bring transformative changes designed to boost productivity, collaboration, and AI-driven efficiency. From AI-powered Copilot enhancements to...
Microsoft Office 365: Sustaining Leadership in Productivity Software
Introduction Since its inception in the late 1990s, Microsoft Office has been a cornerstone of business productivity software. Over the decades, it has evolved to meet the changing needs of users,...
Excel Skills Still Drive Career Success in the AI Era
In an era dominated by artificial intelligence and automation, Microsoft Excel remains an indispensable tool for professionals across industries. While AI-powered solutions like Microsoft Copilot are...