Table of Contents:Adding the thumbnail columnStep #1: Add a new image columnStep #2: Name the column “Thumbnail”Step #3: Wait for the column to auto-populateCan you manually add a thumbnail image?Can you change the thumbnail image? Do you want a thumbnail preview for your documents? In this short guide, you will learn how to add document thumbnails in SharePoint Online, and if it’s possible to change the thumbnail previews. Let’s get started. Adding the thumbnail column There is actually a hidden thumbnail function in SharePoint, and it works with multiple files in the document library. Note: The previews are the same

Table of Contents:What These Pages AreNews PageSharePoint PageHow to Create These PagesNews PageSharePoint PageDifferencesUse CasesNews PageSharePoint PageLayout and DesignNews PageSharePoint PageAccessibility and SearchabilityNews PageSharePoint PageSecurity and PermissionsNews PageSharePoint PageMobile ExperienceNews PageSharePoint PageExamplesNews PageSharePoint Page Not sure about the differences their differences? In this article, you will learn the basic differences between a news page and a regular SharePoint page, their use cases, layout and design, and more. Let’s get started. What These Pages Are The first part is to get to know what exactly these pages are on your SharePoint intranet. Understanding what each is designed to accomplish will guide

Table of Contents:The Basics of SharePoint SecurityOut-Of-The-Box Security Features1. Role-based access control2. Data encryption in transit and at rest3. Auditing and monitoring toolsIntegration With Other Microsoft Security ProductsKnown Risks and VulnerabilitiesPast Security Breaches and VulnerabilitiesCurrent VulnerabilitiesSpecific vulnerabilities and their potential impact:Publicly disclosed breaches and their consequencesCommon Misconfigurations Leading to Vulnerabilities1. Inadequate user permissions settings2. Lack of regular audits and reviews3. Inconsistent or lax security policies4. Unpatched systems or delays in applying updates.Mitigating the Risks: Best Practices1. Regularly reviewing and updating permissions2. Staying updated with patches and security advisories3. Enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA) for all users4. Training users on the importance

Table of Contents:Why Connect to a Microsoft 365 GroupWhat Are Microsoft 365 GroupsCan you connect a SharePoint site to an existing Microsoft 365 group?Connecting to a Microsoft (Office) 365 GroupModern and Classic Site TemplatesUsing PowerShell ScriptWhat Happens to Site Permissions and Group MembershipSite permissions and group membership distinction:Clarifying site and group permissionsDelving into the connection dynamics Wondering how to connect your site to a group? In this guide, you will learn the benefits of connecting to a Microsoft 365 group, how to do it with both modern and classic sites, as well as using PowerShell. Let’s get started. Why Connect

Table of Contents:Benefits of a News CarouselHow to Create a News CarouselStep #1: Add a news web partStep #2: Change the layoutStep #3: Configure the carouselCreating Multiple News CarouselsStep #1: Create a new columnStep #2: Categorize your news postsStep #3: Filter the new posts Thinking of using a news carousel on your page? In this guide, you will learn how to easily create a news carousel in a SharePoint Online page, and what to do if you want to display different news categories. Let’s get started. Benefits of a News Carousel Today, with an overload of information, capturing your audience’s

Table of Contents:Differences Between Internal and External UsersAdding External Users to SharePointStep #1: Enable most permissive external sharingStep #2: Enable external sharing on the siteStep #3: Share the siteAlternative: Use Azure ADStep #1: Get to the Azure Active DirectoryStep #2: Invite the external userStep #3: Review + InviteBest Practices for Adding and Managing External Users in SharePoint1. Communicating expectations and guidelines to external users2. Regularly auditing and reviewing external user access3. Ensuring security measures are in place Need to invite external users to your SharePoint site? In this guide, you will learn how Microsoft 365 defines external users, how to