About this tag
The data formatting tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about changing how data is structured or displayed, particularly in Windows and Microsoft applications. Topics include configuring custom save folder paths in the Windows 11 Snipping Tool for better file organization, converting date formats in Excel 365 between regional standards like DD-MM-YYYY and YYYY-MM-DD, and preparing drives for new Windows installations by formatting existing partitions. These threads reflect user needs for precise control over data presentation and storage, often to improve workflow efficiency or compatibility. The tag focuses on practical formatting tasks within Windows environments, including system tools and Office applications.
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    New Snipping Tool Feature: Custom Save Folder Selection in Windows 11

    Overview of the New Feature The latest release introduces a "save folder selection" feature in the Snipping Tool, providing users with the ability to designate their preferred locations for screenshots and screen recordings. This feature directly addresses the long-standing frustration of being...
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    • News
    • copy as table data formatting insider program save folder screenshots snipping tool update user experience user features windows 11
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    • Forum: Windows News
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    Windows 11 How to Convert Date Format in Excel 365 from DD-MM-YYYY to YYYY-MM-DD

    A question: I have a cell in excel with date format DD-MM-YYYY. This cell has a date for example 19-4-2023. I have another cell with the format YYYY-MM-DD How can I automatically convert the date 19-4-2023 to 2023-4-19? Thanks José Paiva
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    • automation data formatting date conversion date format dd-mm-yyyy excel 365 excel tips formulas spreadsheet yyyy-mm-dd
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 10 Install 2nd instance of Win 10 temporarily

    I have Windows 10 Pro (just shy of licensed) installed on a 970 Plus M.2 drive (see all specs in signature). The PC is not running at the speed I would have expected (for instance my Random Read/Write values are pitiful (see attachment). I either have my BIOS incorrectly set up, too much junk...
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    • backup bios settings boot options clean install configuration data formatting device manager drive management dual boot installation licensing m.2 drive pc optimization performance issues random read/write software installation troubleshooting upgrade path windows 10
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Upgrade and Installation