An add-in is an extension of an application that makes the possibilities of eformity directly available within that specific application. At eformity, we develop add-ins for all kinds of applications. These add-ins allow users to use templates, building blocks, and images easily and quickly, which helps to work more efficiently.

Since every application is different, the options and features of our add-ins may vary from application to application. This document takes a closer look at these differences, so that users can understand exactly what to expect from the eformity add-ins, on the specific platform or application they are working with.

Platforms

We offer support for a wide range of platforms, so you can access our functionalities anywhere, anytime. Below you will find the list of platforms on which our add-ins are available:

Platform	Description
PC (Windows)	Full integration with Windows desktop applications from Office to ensure a smooth and powerful user experience.
PC (macOS)	Specially adapted to work seamlessly on macOS computers, while retaining all essential features.
Web (Edge, Chrome, etc.)	Accessible through popular web browsers like Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, and more, so you can work right from your browser.
Tablet (iPadOS and Android)	Optimally designed for tablets running iPadOS and Android, it's ideal for working on the go.
Phone (iOS and Android)	Ensures that you can work efficiently even on your smartphone with our mobile-friendly add-ins.

This variety of platforms ensures that eformity is always at your fingertips, no matter what device you're using.

Add-in variants

We have two variants of add-ins, namely the COM-Addin and the Store-Addin. In the paragraphs below, you will find more information about these two variants.

COM-add-in/VSTO

COM add-ins are based on Microsoft's Component Object Model technology, making them suitable for deep integration with Windows applications, such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and so on).

These add-ins are designed to significantly extend the functionality of the host applications by adding new features or improving existing ones. Some of the features of COM add-ins include:

• Deep Integration: They can interact directly with the application's data and features, allowing for more powerful functionalities.
• Platform specific: Developed for Windows applications.
• Flexibility: Provides the ability to create complex and advanced functionalities that work seamlessly with the application.

Store add-in

Store add-ins, also known as Office Add-ins, can be accessed through online stores such as the Microsoft Store. These add-ins are designed to provide wider compatibility and easier management.

They are created using web technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, which allows them to work on both Windows and Mac, and even web versions of applications. Features of Store add-ins include:

• Cross-platform functionality: Work across multiple platforms and devices, making them a flexible solution for users using different types of technologies.
• Easy installation and updates: Because they are distributed from an online store, installation and updates can be centrally managed and done automatically.
• Accessibility: Designed to be easily accessible from within the app or software they are intended for, often with a simple interface that increases user-friendliness.

Both types of add-ins have their own unique benefits and are designed to meet different needs and situations. COM add-ins are ideal for users who need in-depth functionality and integration, while Store add-ins are better suited for users who need convenience and accessibility across platforms.

Add-in applications

Here's an explanation of the availability and integration of the eformity add-in within the most popular Microsoft applications: Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams. These integrations are essential for increasing productivity and improving the user experience through seamless access to the eformity functionalities directly from the applications you use every day.

The eformity add-in are designed to meet the specific requirements of different Microsoft applications, allowing users to perform their work more effectively and efficiently. Whether it's creating documents, making presentations, creating an email or managing content, eformity offers solutions that significantly increase productivity within these Microsoft applications.

Each platform has its own version of the add-in, designed to perform optimally within the specific application environment, allowing users of all skill levels to experience the benefits of integrated, accessible, and easy-to-use tools.

Microsoft Word

The eformity add-in for Microsoft Word offers extensive possibilities for document creation and management. Users can get instant access to templates, text blocks, and other content elements that help in the quick drafting of documents. These addins are available as both COM add-ins for deeper integration on Windows systems and Store add-ins for easy access across platforms.

Microsoft Outlook

In Outlook, the eformity add-in makes it possible to offer automatic email signatures for users. It is also possible - for administrators - to set up email campaigns centrally. These campaigns can then be automatically placed under users' email signatures, ensuring consistency and professionalism in external communications. This simplifies the management of email campaigns and ensures that all communications comply with company standards and guidelines.

Microsoft PowerPoint

For PowerPoint, the eformity add-in enhances the ability to effectively create presentations by providing access to a library of slides. Users can choose from a rich collection of pre-designed slides, which they can customize and integrate into their presentations. This saves time and ensures a consistent, professional look for all presentations.

Microsoft Excel

The eformity add-in for Excel is designed to simplify the use of spreadsheets by making them centrally available. It allows users to create spreadsheets easily and consistently. In addition, it is possible to have spreadsheets automatically filled in whole or in part with data from external data sources. Similar to Word, these add-ins are available as COM add-ins and Store add-ins, depending on the user's specific needs.

Microsoft SharePoint

In Microsoft SharePoint, the eformity add-in offers the functionality of the platform by offering the possibility to create documents, presentations, spreadsheets directly from a Document Library. In addition, eformity offers the ability to read and write metadata, which helps organize and categorize information

Microsoft Teams

In Microsoft Teams, where collaboration is key, the eformity add-in expands the functionality of the platform by offering the possibility to create documents, presentations, spreadsheets directly in a team. In addition, eformity offers the possibility to read and write metadata.

Availability and functionalities

The availability and functionalities may vary per add-in. In the following paragraph, you will find which functionalities are available in which add-in. The table below shows a legend for the different symbols.

Symbol	Meaning
	Not available
	Not available, possible in the long term
	Available, but with limitations
	Available

Authentication availability

For Single Sign-On (SSO), we support SAML and OAuth. Below is a list of which authentication methods are supported in each add-in.

Application	SAML	OAUTH
COM-addin
Store-addin
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft Teams

Availability add-in variant

Application	COM-addin	Store-addin
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft Teams

Availability add-in platform

Application	COM-addin	Store-addin
PC (Windows)
PC (macOS)
Web (Edge, Chrome, etc.)
iPad (iPadOS)
Tablet (Android)
iPhone (iOS)
Phone (Android)

Availability administrators

Within the add-in, administrators can create, modify, and delete templates, building blocks, etc.

COM-addin

Within the COM-Addin, all the functionalities offered by the platform are available.

Application	User	Administrator
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Excel

Store-addin

Within the Store Addin, the various functionalities are for the user (sometimes with limitations) and administrator.

Application	User	Administrator
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Outlook
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft SharePoint
Microsoft Teams

Availability of functionalities

Various functionalities are available within the add-in. These functionalities may vary from application to application. Below are the functionalities listed and in which application/platform they are available.

Microsoft Word	COM-addin	Store-addin
Documents
Smart Parts
Signatures

Microsoft PowerPoint	COM-addin	Store-addin
Presentations
Slides
Layouts

Microsoft Excel	COM-addin	Store-addin
Spreadsheets

Microsoft Outlook	COM-addin	Store-addin
Signatures
Automatic signatures
Signatures profiles
Smart Parts
Attachments

Media Libraries	COM-addin	Store-addin
Images
Icons
Shapes
Charts

Miscellaneous	COM-addin	Store-addin
Dynamic toolbar
Macros