How to Account for Holidays in Microsoft Project

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Here’s the problem-solving version of how to account for holidays in Microsoft Project:

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1. Let's start by opening Microsoft Project. Find and click on the 'Project' tab in the top ribbon menu.
2. Next, locate and click on 'Change Working Time' - this is where we'll set up our holiday schedule.
3. Look for the 'Exceptions' tab below the calendar view and click on it. This is where holidays will be defined.
4. Click on an empty row in the exceptions table and enter a descriptive name for your holiday, then set the start and finish dates.
5. For more customization options, click the 'Details' button. This lets you define exactly how the holiday affects your schedule.
6. Click 'OK' and all tasks automatically avoid those dates and get rescheduled.