Tips for better search results

Search tips

• Check your spelling.
• Type a few more search words. A very specific search with 2-7 words will return the most accurate results.
• Rephrase your question. The search engine is regularly updated based on the terms people use in a search but may not recognize the terms you are using yet.
• Make sure you are connected to the Internet and then perform your search again. Searching online provides you with a greater selection and variety of content to help you get your work done in Office. To search online, select Microsoft Office Online in the Search scope drop-down list. If the Microsoft Office Online scope is not available, click Online Content Settings in the Microsoft <Program Name> Help task pane, and then select the Show content and links from Microsoft Office Online check box.
• Select a specific scope in the Search scope drop-down list. For example, if you are only looking for templates, select Templates in the Search scope drop-down list.

Examples of good searches

how do I set a background image

training on excel macros

create a time sheet

Examples of searches that may not return the results you want

document (too generic)

someone@example.com (not a question)