Introduction SharePoint search is powerful, but searching by date ranges can be surprisingly tricky. Many users struggle with date-based queries, especially when trying to find documents modified or created within specific timeframes. This guide provides tips to use SharePoint/M365 search capabilities with date fields: write, LastModifiedTime, Created. The Challenge with Date Searches Date searches in SharePoint have several gotchas that can frustrate users: Format requirements - SharePoint expects specific date formats (American format UTC , i.

Introduction SharePoint site designs are powerful tools for automating site configuration, but they’re typically applied during site creation. What if you need to apply Microsoft’s out-of-the-box site designs to existing sites using automation? The PnP PowerShell, CLI for M365 and other PowerShell module cover applying custom site designs only. We can leverage a PowerShell hack using REST API calls to achieve this functionality. Thanks to Arash Aghajani who pinpointed on feasibility and requested for it to be natively available within PnP PowerShell.

Introduction One of the most frustrating experiences for SharePoint users is when a document link that worked perfectly yesterday suddenly returns a 404 error today. This scenario is all too common, especially after migrations or when documents are renamed or moved. Understanding how SharePoint links work and their limitations is crucial for effective document management. The Problem: Broken Links After File Changes This raises an important question: Why do SharePoint links break when files are renamed or moved?