Useful Javascript Functions and objects in SharePoint – Part 1
SharePoint has a huge set of javascript functions and objects which are defined in essential SharePoint javascript files like init.js, core.js, forms.js etc. These files are necessary for SharePoint to...
View ArticleUseful Javascript Functions and objects in SharePoint – Part 2
In my last article “Useful Javascript Functions and objects in SharePoint – Part 1“ I listed some useful javascript objects in SharePoint. Today I will continue exploring useful functions. DOM...
View ArticleCorrect way of generating Source parameter value in your SharePoint Link
As you may already know that SharePoint uses Source parameter in query string to take you back to the page from where you came. The value of the Source paramter must be properly encoded. Don’t worry,...
View ArticleSolution for viewing HTML files in browser from SharePoint Document Library
In SharePoint 2010 document library, if you click on a file with .html extension, you will notice that browser will open Save File dialogue box. This behaviour stops you to view HTML files directly in...
View ArticleIdeal list of tools you need for SharePoint Development
After working with several clients, I have compiled a list of tools, addons, plugins and technologies which are needed for development, customization or administration of SharePoint. This list is not a...
View ArticleDifference between Security Context of Workflow Code in SharePoint 2007 and 2010
In SharePoint 2010, any code which executes because of the changes made by the workflow process will run in context of the user who either started the workflow or responsible for changes which caused...
View ArticleHow to detect if the given webpage is generated by SharePoint?
If you want to find out whether the given web page is generated by SharePoint or not then the most authentic way of verification is to check Response Headers. SharePoint adds an specific response...
View ArticleSharePoint 2013 beta announced
Microsoft has announced the new version of SharePoint i.e. SharePoint 2013. It is in beta version right now and can be downloaded from SharePoint site...
View ArticleCustom Timer Jobs versus PowerShell and Task Scheduler for Scheduled Tasks
Although I am a great fan of using PowerShell for performing lots of tasks in SharePoint quickly, but there are certain areas where PowerShell may not be the optimum solution. One of which is Custom...
View ArticleGet FormDigest from C# using REST in SharePoint 2013
If you want to communicate with SharePoint 2013 through REST, you need to send FormDigest value with every request. In JavaScript, it is very easy as it will always be available on SharePoint Page...
View ArticleExam 70-489 Developing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 Advanced Solutions...
If you are preparing for the SharePoint 2013 certification 70-489 i.e. “Developing Microsoft SharePoint Server 2013 Advanced Solutions” then following will be helpful for you with regards to exam...
View ArticleCurrent Item Url in SharePoint Workflow
If you want to embed a link to current item in your SharePoint Workflow email or in any other action then use Workflow Context -> Current Item Url
View ArticleSolution for “SharePoint Designer cannot display the item” error to edit...
If you are unable to edit workflows in SharePoint 2013 after upgrading from 2010 and getting following error then perform the steps mentioned below to resolve this issue. SharePoint Designer cannot...
View ArticleAll possible ways to find SharePoint Version and Build number
If you are trying to find exact Version and Patch level of your SharePoint installation, then use one of the following methods Method 1 : Using Service.cnf url Navigate to following url in your browser...
View ArticleQuickly find the current used storage of your site collection by using REST
If you want to find out how much storage your SharePoint site collection is currently using then you can use the following REST url in your browser ://<Replace your Site Collection...
View ArticleStep-by-Step SharePoint Online Authentiaction Process via HTTP Protocol
Here is the step-by-step, behind the scene, authentication process of SharePoint Online. You can use it to connect to SharePoint Online from any Microsoft or Non-Microsoft technology. It gives you an...
View ArticleWhat is a SharePoint Farm?
It is a common question asked by many users that what exactly we mean by SharePoint Farm? The answer is A SharePoint Farm is a collection of all those SharePoint servers that share the same SharePoint...
View ArticleHow to enable new User Experience for SharePoint Online Document Libraries...
Microsoft is rolling out new user experience for Document Libraries and Lists in SharePoint Online. If you are a SharePoint Online tenant user and want to test new User Experience for your Document...
View ArticleHow to receive latest updates in O365 Developer Tenant As Soon As Possible?
Microsoft contniously updates Office 365 with new features and experiences and releases them to the users as per release preference selected by customer. If you have a Developer Tenant account and want...
View ArticleSolution to stop unecessary calls to SharePoint Server from Microsoft Office...
Published Links are the addresses of SharePoint sites/libraries which are available to user as a destination to save the document from Office Application. User can add additional sites/libraries by...
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