Power Automate – Create and publish UI elements collections in desktop flows announcement

We are announcing the Create and publish UI elements collections in desktop flows feature. This feature allows you to create, share, and import collections of UI elements in Power Automate desktop flows. This feature will reach general availability on September 30, 2024.

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Power Automate – Enable application lifecycle management for customized process mining Power BI reports

We’re excited to announce the ALM feature for customized process mining Power BI reports. This allows you to move all your process mining entities, such as dataflow connections and custom metrics, and Power BI reports between environments or workspaces. This feature is now generally available.

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The August 2024 Windows non-security preview update is now available for Windows 10, version 22H2

The August 2024 non-security preview update is now available for Windows 10, version 22H2. Information about the contents of this update is available from the release notes, which are accessible from the Windows 10 update history page. To learn more about the different types of monthly quality updates, see Windows monthly updates explained. To be informed about the latest updates and releases, follow us on X @WindowsUpdate.

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Get started with August 2024 improvements in Windows 11

If you’re an IT professional or decision maker, start using the newest Windows 11 capabilities with helpful tips and actionable steps summarized in one place. Read this month’s recap of improvements in Windows security, device and update management, Windows Server, productivity, and collaboration. Get started with the new Windows 365 features and offerings, security improvements, as well as solutions for specific scenarios in Windows Autopatch, Microsoft Intune, and app management, among others. Additionally, find preview opportunities for Windows Server 2025 hotpatching, the new Windows App, and other improvements released in August. 
 

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Microsoft Teams: Streamlined process for installing Teams apps

Microsoft Teams is introducing a simplified app installation process to enhance user experience, with fewer steps involved. Rollouts will begin in early September 2024 for Targeted Release, mid-September for General Availability worldwide, and late October for GCC. The update is automatic and does not alter existing app management practices.

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SharePoint: Introducing custom fonts

Microsoft SharePoint introduces custom fonts through the SharePoint Brand center, allowing organizations to express their brand creatively on sites and pages. This feature is part of Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 375490 and includes new web parts supporting custom fonts. Rollout phases include Public Preview, Targeted Release, and General Availability, spanning from April to October 2024. Brand managers can upload and manage fonts in the Brand center, creating custom font packages for SharePoint and Viva Connections Desktop experiences. Default Microsoft font packages are provided, and the feature is available by default with no admin action required.

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Microsoft Outlook: Review and update work hours and location in the My Day pane

Outlook’s My Day pane will soon allow users to view and update their work hours and location. This feature will be available on new Outlook for Windows and the web, starting with Targeted Release in September 2024 and General Availability in October 2024. It will be enabled by default.

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Microsoft Graph API will include usage metrics for Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365

The Microsoft Graph API will soon include Microsoft Copilot for Microsoft 365 usage metrics, enabling customized reporting and analytics. This feature requires a Copilot license and will be globally available from early to mid-September 2024. No admin action is needed before the rollout.

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Teams copy/paste of messages does not include timestamp and message author name

Teams has removed timestamps and author names from copied messages to reduce clutter. Users who need detailed message transfer should use the Forward feature or Teams Export API. This change is already in effect, and organizations may need to update training materials accordingly.

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Product transitions to the cloud.microsoft domain – August 2024

Microsoft products Excel, PowerPoint, and Word are now available on the cloud.microsoft domain, which will soon redirect from previous domains. No user action is needed as links are backwards compatible. Organizations should update references and ensure *.cloud.microsoft is unblocked to prepare for this transition.

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