Introduction In SharePoint Online, the filter pane is a powerful feature that allows users to quickly filter and find relevant data in libraries and lists. However, by default, not all fields are visible in the filter pane. To enhance usability, you can pin specific fields to the top of the filter pane using PowerShell or the REST API. This blog post demonstrates how to use PowerShell and the REST API to pin fields to the filter pane in SharePoint libraries.

Introduction Managing files in SharePoint libraries can be challenging, especially when dealing with test data or bulk operations. For instance, you may need to find and delete files containing specific names or patterns to reset a testing environment. This blog post demonstrates how to use PowerShell to locate and delete files in SharePoint libraries, including associated data in lists, to streamline the testing process. In this example, we had PDF files containing a series of receipts that were split into individual files using Power Automate with the Encodian connector.

Introduction Understanding how a SharePoint site was created is crucial for governance, compliance, and troubleshooting. In Microsoft 365, SharePoint sites can be created through various methods, such as Microsoft Teams, Viva Engage, the SharePoint Admin Center, and more. However, identifying the exact creation source can sometimes be challenging. For example, exporting the list of active sites from the SharePoint Admin Center may not always provide accurate information. Communication sites, for instance, may incorrectly show their creation source as “Microsoft M365 Group,” even though they can only be created from the SharePoint Admin Center.