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Published:
May 11, 2026

Microsoft Planner For Dummies

Overview

Tackle projects with confidence using Microsoft Planner

Microsoft Planner For Dummies delivers a start-to-finish guide to Microsoft’s industry-leading project management software. Jim Boyce walks you through this not-as-confusing-as-it-first-looks software, showing you the ins and outs of creating projects, integrating Planner with other Microsoft software, organizing and assigning tasks, and more.

Covering the key features of Planner Plan 1, you’ll get insight into planning a project, reporting and tracking progress, and managing plans with other collaborators. Keep your project running smoothly and on track, so the only thing you’ll have to worry about is checking tasks off your checklist.

You’ll also find:

  • Step-by-step instructions for planning projects within strict time and budget constraints
  • Expansive coverage of report generation within Microsoft Planner
  • Practical discussions of how to stay in sync with conversations on Microsoft Teams as you use Planner

For beginner project managers, Microsoft Planner For Dummies is your go-to guide. This is also an essential resource for project management students as well as experienced project managers who are new to – or need a refresher on – Microsoft Planner.

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About The Author

Jim Boyce is a former principal customer success account manager at Microsoft and author of more than 65 books on computers and technology. He has written for Microsoft.com, TechRepublic, and InfoWorld and was previously an IT services director at Xerox.

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CHEAT SHEET

Microsoft Planner integrates powerful project planning tools in an easy-to-use interface that you can access from a web browser or in Microsoft Teams. It also integrates with other Microsoft tools like Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft To Do. Whether you’re new to Microsoft Planner or looking to get the most out of the premium features included in Planner’s premium subscriptions, these shortcuts and tips will help you get up to speed quickly.

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