Ryan Clark

As the Modern Workplace Architect at Mr. SharePoint, I help companies of all sizes better leverage Modern Workplace and Digital Process Automation investments. I am also a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for SharePoint and Microsoft 365.

How to Copy a SharePoint Site With PowerShell (+Script)

How to Copy a SharePoint Site With PowerShell (+Script)

Want to copy a site? In this guide, I will walk you through the steps of copying a site using PowerShell. Let’s get started. What does copying a site mean? As the word suggests, copying a site means creating a duplicate copy with its structure, and settings. The main components involved here are: Those experienced in SharePoint Online like it because it’s a safe way to experiment with changes without affecting the live site. The problem nowadays is that there’s no “save as template” feature anymore in modern site templates. 😅 ⚠️ Note: The method that I will describe here […]

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How to Create a New Group in SharePoint: The Complete Guide

How to Create a New Group in SharePoint: The Complete Guide

Want to create a new group for permissions? In this guide, I will walk you through the steps of creating a new group in SharePoint Online. Let’s get started. What is a SharePoint group? A SharePoint group is a collection of users who are given permission to access and interact with sites, lists, and libraries. Here are the types of default SharePoint groups: How do these groups simplify permission management? That’s simple — because of these groups, you don’t have to assign permissions to individual users one at a time. 😅 Instead of doing it on an individual basis, you assign permissions

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How to Bulk Upload Files to SharePoint Using PowerShell

How to Bulk Upload Files to SharePoint Using PowerShell

Want to bulk upload files with PowerShell? In this guide, I will walk you through the steps for bulk uploading files to SharePoint using only PowerShell. Let’s get started. How to Bulk Upload Files Fortunately, bulk uploading files to SharePoint with PowerShell is straightforward. ⚠️ Note: By the way, I will be using PnP PowerShell here, so no need for web server extensions or something. 🙂 Here’s a script you can use: The script above will basically retrieve the files from the local folder. After that, it will loop through each file and upload them to the SharePoint library. You

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How to Upload Files to Sharepoint Online Using PowerShell

How to Upload Files to SharePoint Online Using PowerShell

Want to use PowerShell to upload files? In this guide, I will walk you through the steps of using PowerShell to upload files to SharePoint Online. Let’s get started. Why use PowerShell to upload files? Uploading files to SharePoint Online using PowerShell offers automation and efficiency. Benefits: This approach is especially useful for IT administrators and power users who handle large volumes of data. Additionally, PowerShell scripts can be modified and reused, making them a versatile tool for ongoing tasks. Uploading a Single File Uploading a single file to SharePoint Online using PowerShell is straightforward. Here’s the complete PowerShell script:

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How to Convert Word to PDF in SharePoint Online

How to Convert Word to PDF in SharePoint Online (2025 Guide)

Need to convert a Word document to PDF? In this guide, I will walk you through the steps of converting a Word document to a PDF right inside SharePoint. Let’s get started. Why convert Word to PDF? This is common because PDFs are easier to share and maintain their formatting across different devices and platforms. Here are some reasons why you might want to convert Word documents to PDF: Additionally, converting Word documents to PDF can help prevent unauthorized editing and maintain the integrity of the content. This is especially useful for official documents, contracts, and reports. Converting a Word

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How to Save a PDF Directly to SharePoint

How to Save a PDF Directly to SharePoint (2025 Update)

Can you save a PDF from the browser to SharePoint? In this guide, I will walk you through the steps of saving a PDF document directly to SharePoint Online. Let’s get started. What is OneDrive Sync? OneDrive Sync is a feature that connects your computer to your cloud storage in OneDrive. And you guessed it, you can use this feature for saving and syncing files like PDFs directly to SharePoint Online. With OneDrive Sync, you can: To set this up, you will need to connect OneDrive to your SharePoint library and follow the sync setup process. Once synced, you can

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How to Enable Quick Edit in SharePoint Online

How to Enable Quick Edit in SharePoint Online (2025 Guide)

Can’t find the quick edit button? In this guide, I will walk you through the steps to enable the quick edit feature in SharePoint Online. Let’s get started. What is this quick edit feature? This allows you to make fast and bulk changes to list items or document libraries without opening each item individually. Here are the key benefits of quick edit: To use quick edit, you need appropriate permissions on the list or library, usually at least a contribute level. It’s also important that the view settings are configured correctly, as grouped views or certain customizations can disable it.

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Tenant App Catalog vs Site Collection App Catalog

Tenant App Catalog vs Site Collection App Catalog (2024)

Confused about the different app catalogs? In this guide, I will walk you through the differences between the tenant app catalog and the site collection app catalog. Let’s get started. What are app catalogs in SharePoint? App catalogs in SharePoint are special libraries that store and manage custom apps for your organization. They allow administrators to deploy, update, and manage apps centrally. 😎 Here’s a brief overview of the two main types: Setting up and maintaining these catalogs requires administrative permissions and only through management tools. Examples are: These app catalogs are vital for organizations using SharePoint as they provide

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SharePoint Permissions: Best Practices to Implement

SharePoint Permissions: Best Practices to Implement (2025)

Managing permissions? In this guide, I will walk you through the different best practices you can apply when managing SharePoint permissions. Let’s get started. SharePoint Permissions and Levels Basically, SharePoint permissions control the access users have within a SharePoint environment. Properly setting these permissions is essential for maintaining both security and workflow efficiency. There are various permission levels in Sharepoint: 👉 Related: SharePoint Groups & Permissions Explained: How Permission Levels Work SharePoint uses groups to simplify permission management (more on this later). It’s also important to regularly review and update permissions to match current organizational needs. Overusing unique permissions can

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How to Restore the Default SharePoint Groups for a SharePoint Site

How to Restore the Default SharePoint Groups for a SharePoint Site

Found a missing group? In this guide, I will walk you through restoring a default SharePoint group that’s been missing from the site. Let’s get started. What are the default SharePoint groups? Default SharePoint groups are predefined sets of users with specific permission levels for managing and accessing site content. These are: They ensure users have the right level of access to perform their tasks without compromising the site’s integrity. Unfortunately, if these groups are deleted or altered, it can disrupt site functionality and access control. 👉 Related: SharePoint Groups & Permissions Explained: How Permission Levels Work Restoring a Default

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