Introduction
Tony Holowitz is a passionate expert when it comes to teaching users how to utilize Act Software. In this blog post, we’ll cover his tutorial where he highlights some of the issues that he has faced personally, and that others may face with Act and Microsoft Office programs like Word and Outlook.
The Challenges with Act and Microsoft Office Integration
1. Difficulty in the Relationship Between Act and Microsoft Office
- Different Versions of Microsoft Office: There are various versions of Microsoft Office, including Office 365 that updates automatically.
- Constantly Changing Software: For the manufacturers of Act, keeping up with constantly changing software can be a challenge.
- Compatibility Issues with Microsoft Word and Outlook: Tony’s experience has shown that Act may not work well with Microsoft Word and may have limited functionality with Microsoft Outlook.
2. Error Messages and Problems with Templates
- Using Microsoft Word as a Default Editor within Act: When using Word as a default editor and trying to edit templates within Act, error messages can occur.
- Solution Options: Tony hints at potential solutions, though he describes them as awkward and not always successful.
3. Inconsistent Experiences with Different Computers
- Varied Issues Among Users: The relationship between Act and Microsoft Office can be inconsistent and varies from computer to computer.
- Future Problems May Arise Without Warning: Even if everything works fine today, users may find that they run into problems in the future for no apparent reason.
How Act Works with Microsoft Word and Outlook
| Aspect | Tony’s Description |
|---|---|
| Integration with Word | Poorly |
| Sending/Receiving Emails | Works okay via Outlook |
| Synchronizing Contacts | As a rule, will not work |
| Synchronizing Calendars | As a rule, will not work |
Conclusion
Tony Holowitz’s tutorial serves as an insightful guide into the sometimes awkward relationship between Act Software and Microsoft Office programs. Though the integration is often challenging, Tony’s insights may help users understand what to expect and how to navigate these issues.
Stay tuned for his next tutorial on running Act as an administrator, and thank you for joining Tony Holowitz as he continues to teach people how to use Act Software!