If you do a lot of boring, repetitive tasks on a computer, the programs you use may have some built-in automation capabilities. Here's how to use them.

Creating a macro is the process of recording keystrokes and mouse clicks for repetitive tasks within a document or spreadsheet.

Macros are powerful tools available in programs you likely use every day, but make sure your security settings are up to snuff.

Though macros can be used maliciously, they have many productivity benefits with the right computer settings.

When you’ve got a multitude of functions to use on Google Sheets, it can be exhausting to keep typing the same keystrokes for one function. Running a macro can make your work easier by ...

Another challenge is getting into the habit of carefully monitoring your macros. “IIFYM requires an element of due diligence to understand what your exact macros are,” says Thebe.

If you are new to macros, check out my dedicated guide below, where I go over the benefits and step-by-step instructions for creating macros in Excel.