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Difference 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 the code to be executed. But … In SharePoint 2007, any code which executes because of the changes made by the workflow process [...]
Ideal 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 “Mandatory Tools List” but in fact, it is a compilation of tools and technologies which can be used at any point in time depending on your role. I [...]
Solution 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 browser from document library and some times it is very annoying. To resolve it and view HTML files in browser, [...]
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 function properly. There is no reason to reinvent the wheel by writing your own javascript function for something which is already provided by these core [...]
What is the meaning of “Limited Access” in SharePoint?
If you are wondering what is “Limited Access” in SharePoint and how does it affect you then here is the simple explanation: “Limited Access” in SharePoint means a user has an access to an item of the page specifically but not the whole SharePoint list. Normally, we don’t manage individual item permissions and list items normally inherit [...]
SharePoint 2010 Service Pack 1 is out!
Today Microsoft has released the much awaited Service Pack 1 for SharePoint 2010 along with Office 2010. Along with many bug fixes and minor updates, here is a quick list of new functionality which SP1 will add in your SharePoint environment: For video display, you will now be able to select a frame as [...]
Quickest way to add Facebook Like Button on your SharePoint page
Facebook is everywhere. No one can deny the importance of Facebook’s social media capabilities. If you want to add the Facebook Like button on your SharePoint pages then just paste the following code in a Content Editor Web Part and you will instantly get the Like button for that page. You do not need to hardcode [...]
How to hide User Name from SharePoint Lists
Here is a quickest way to Hide Created By, Modified By User names from the SharePoint List, Document Library, Survey etc.
How to edit source in SharePoint 2010 Content Editor Web Part (CEWP)?
Here is the way to edit source in Content Editor Web Part CEWP in SharePoint 2010
How to generate a valid SharePoint FileName
How to generate a valid SharePoint FileName. I have created a utility function to convert a given string to a valid SharePoint filename. This function is valid for SharePoint 2003, 2007 and 2010.