Do you need to make a change to a PDF? It’s often easier to convert it back to a Microsoft Word document for editing. Watch this episode of Computer Therapy to learn how to convert a PDF to a Word doc so you can make revisions. Do you have an idea for a future episode […]
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Use these apps to access files and respond to work emails on the go
If you need to retrieve a file, edit a document or respond to an email on your phone, then you need to use Office 365 apps. Watch this week’s episode of Computer Therapy to learn how to download and sign into Office 365 apps on your iPhone or Android. Do you have an idea for a future […]
Always have a scanner at your fingertips. Watch this Computer Therapy episode to learn how.
Not everyone has a need to scan documents or convert to PDFs on a regular basis but when you do, it is good to know that you have a personal portable scanner at your fingertips. Using the “Office Lens” app on a mobile device allows you to scan, link and upload documents and photos to your […]
Get tips for using Outlook in this week’s Computer Therapy
Welcome to season three of Computer Therapy! Our first episode kicks off the fall semester with high-end tips for using Outlook. The Computer Therapy team wishes you a great semester and hopes these tips will help you unlock the full potential of Microsoft Outlook here at Towson University. Do you have an idea for a […]
Going on vacation? Do these two things before you leave
If you are headed out on vacation this summer, don’t forget to let people know that you’re unavailable, and when you’ll be returning. Before leaving, switch your voicemail to an alternate greeting and set your email to reflect an “out of office” greeting. For more helpful technology tips, subscribe to OTS Training’s YouTube channel, like us on […]
Save time with Outlook Templates
Don’t waste time copying and pasting email content from your “sent” folder, use Outlook Templates instead. This episode of Computer Therapy walks you through the entire process and will have you working more efficiently in no time. Do you have an idea for a future episode of Computer Therapy? Send your idea to computertherapy@towson.edu and we will […]
Learn how to create charts and graphs in this episode of Computer Therapy
Have you ever seen fancy graphs and charts in Excel and wonder how you can make them yourself? In this episode of Computer Therapy we show you how to do just that with only a few clicks. Do you have an idea for a future episode of Computer Therapy? Send your idea to computertherapy@towson.edu and we will […]
Learn how to increase efficiency when working in Word
Frustrated while having to endlessly scroll in a Word document? Watch this episode of Computer Therapy to learn the solution using the Navigation Pane. Do you have an idea for a future episode of Computer Therapy? Send your idea to computertherapy@towson.edu and we will feature your idea on the air! Check out previous episodes on the OTS Training YouTube […]
Giving a presentation? Learn how to embed video using PowerPoint
If you have to give a presentation using different forms of media such as slides or video, it is a good idea to embed the video into the presentation. We show you exactly how to do that on this week’s episode of Computer Therapy. Do you have an idea for a future episode of Computer […]
Stop making email mistakes
Have you ever written and sent an email, only to later realize you made a mistake in the email? In this week’s episode of Computer Therapy, learn how to stop making email mistakes by using the acronym MAIL (Make, Adhere, Inform, Leave). Do you have an idea for a future episode of Computer Therapy? Send your idea to computertherapy@towson.edu and we […]
Learn how to clean out your inbox and take control of your email
Don’t treat your email inbox like the kitchen junk drawer. In this episode of Computer Therapy, you will learn how to achieve a clean and tidy inbox with the Inbox Zero method. Once you have this mastered, you will be able to stay on top of email and control it, instead of the other way […]
Use this new Microsoft Word accessibility feature to “read” documents
If you have difficulty reading Word documents on devices, or struggle with reading text in general, the Immersive Reader feature might help you digest content more efficiently. In this week’s episode of Computer Therapy, we are going to show you how to read a Word document using this new accessibility feature, which uses visual and audio cues to […]
Don’t start your 2018 without watching this!
It’s a brand-new year and resolutions are high on your list. In fact, learning a new skill is ranked #4 on the top ten list of New Year’s resolutions. Watch this week’s Computer Therapy episode for a guided tour of the OTS Technology Orientation website, which can help you keep that resolution of improving your skills, […]
Make those PowerPoints pop with this week’s Computer Therapy
Don’t get stuck producing the same content in PowerPoint. Watch this final Computer Therapy episode for 2017, where we will show you some refreshing design techniques that will make your presentations pop! Do you have an idea for a future episode of Computer Therapy? Send your idea to computertherapy@towson.edu and we will feature your idea on the […]
Browser challenges in Windows 10? Learn how to switch your default in this week’s Computer Therapy
If you are using Windows 10, you have probably noticed that when you click on a link, it opens in Microsoft Edge, which might not be your preferred browser. Luckily, this episode of Computer Therapy will show you how to easily change this setting. Do you have an idea for a future episode of Computer […]
Going to be out of the office? Computer Therapy shows how to customize your phone settings
Preparing for the holiday break? Consider setting up an alternate greeting on your desk phone. Watch one of our earlier Computer Therapy episodes to learn how to set up your alternate greetings, which are ideal for use whenever you are out of the office on vacation, during breaks, or on sick days. Do you have an idea for […]
This week’s Computer Therapy: Personalizing your WebEx Personal Meeting Room
In this week’s Computer Therapy episode, we’re going to show you some fun and creative ways to personalize your Personal Meeting Room in WebEx. Watch the video to learn about customizing how participants see your room when they join your meeting. Do you have an idea for a future episode of Computer Therapy? Send your […]
This week’s Computer Therapy: Five technology tools you should be using
In this week’s Computer Therapy episode, we share the Office of Technology Services’ (OTS) top five most helpful technology tools. Watch the video to learn about each tool, why you should use it, and where to go for more information. Do you have an idea for a future episode of Computer Therapy? Send your idea to computertherapy@towson.edu and […]
Here’s how to securely save files using TU network storage
Network storage allows us to keep files securely backed up and accessible from any on campus location. This process may involve manually mapping a network drive which can be daunting. In this episode of Computer Therapy, we show you how to map a network drive on both a PC and a Mac. Do you have […]
How to use technology to make meetings more productive
Make the most of your meetings! This episode of Computer Therapy will reveal some handy techniques to help make meetings (and meeting prep time) more effective using technology, including Microsoft Word and Outlook, to maximize your time. Do you have an idea for a future episode of Computer Therapy? Send your idea to computertherapy@towson.edu and we will […]
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