What Advanced Excel and PowerPoint Features Are Available in Microsoft 365 E3?
Benjamin Gbolaru
Microsoft 365
December 17th, 2024
Microsoft 365 E3 includes advanced Excel features like Power Query, Power Pivot, and dynamic arrays, as well as PowerPoint tools like Designer, Morph, and Presenter Coach. These features enhance data analysis and presentation capabilities for organizations.
Advanced Excel Features in Microsoft 365 E3
1. Power Query
Allows users to connect, clean, and transform data from multiple sources.
Automates repetitive data preparation tasks with ease.
2. Power Pivot
Enables advanced data modeling and analysis with large datasets.
Supports creating relationships, calculations, and measures for better insights.
3. Dynamic Arrays
Simplifies calculations with functions like SORT, FILTER, and UNIQUE.
Automatically expands results across cells without manual adjustments.
4. XLOOKUP and Modern Functions
XLOOKUP replaces outdated VLOOKUP for easier, more flexible lookups.
Other functions like LET and LAMBDA improve calculation efficiency.
5. Data Analysis Tools
Analyze Data: AI-powered insights for quick trends and summaries.
Integration with Power BI for in-depth data visualization and dashboards.
Advanced PowerPoint Features in Microsoft 365 E3
1. PowerPoint Designer
Suggests professional slide layouts and designs automatically.
Enhances visual appeal with minimal effort.
2. Morph Transition
Creates smooth animations and transitions between slides.
Helps illustrate concepts visually without manual animations.
3. Presenter Coach
Provides real-time feedback on pacing, tone, and filler words during rehearsals.
Improves presentation delivery for speakers.
4. Real-Time Collaboration
Enables teams to co-author presentations simultaneously.
Changes are saved automatically via OneDrive integration.
5. Slide Recording and Sharing
Allows users to record slide presentations with audio and video.
Simplifies sharing through SharePoint or Teams.
Benefits of These Features in Microsoft 365 E3
Efficiency: Save time with automated tools like Power Query and Designer.
I'm Benjamin, a Microsoft 365 Specialist, helping small and large businesses deploy, configure, and secure M365 environments to maximize the benefits of Microsoft tools. With sound expertise in driving cloud adoption, identity and access management (IAM), security monitoring, system reliability, and proactive troubleshooting.