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Copilot vs a template

Published
Jul 23, 2026 2:00:06 PM
Which is better?

Earlier this week I posted about how you can use a Chart Template in Excel to save time every time you create a chart. See the article here.

Whilst I was creating the video I thought it would be interesting to compare this approach to using Copilot in Excel.

 

 

 

Let's take a look at the walkthough

Which is better?

In this example, the deterministic template is the clear winner.

Its always going to be accurate and the same each time. It is quicker and it doesn't cost money or run data through a data centre.

 

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