Please note: This item is from our archives and was published in 2004. It is provided for historical reference. The content may be out of date and links may no longer function. Q. Format Painter is a ...

A feature in Microsoft Word that applies a style from one part of the document to another. The text with the desired style (font, size, etc.) is highlighted and Format Painter (paint brush icon) is ...

The format painter in Microsoft Excel already saves me so much time, and it's even more helpful when I double-click the button. The effect is especially helpful when I'm working on my family budget.

Excel sheets can get messy, especially if multiple people work on them or data is imported from other sources. This can lead to inconsistencies, duplicates, and formatting issues. Over time, I've ...