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- ObjectivesUnderstand word processing software Explore the Word program window Start a document Save a document
- ObjectivesSelect text Format text using the Mini toolbar Create a document using a template View and navigate a document
- Unit IntroductionMicrosoft Word is a word processing program used to create: Letters Memos Newsletters Research papers Web pages Business cards Resumes Financial reports Other types of documents
- Understanding Word Processing SoftwareA word processing program is software that allows you to enter, edit, and format text and graphics Copy and move text Format text with fonts and color Format and design page layout Insert tables, charts, diagrams, and graphics Use mail merge to create form letters The files you create using Word are called documents
- Understanding Word Processing SoftwarePlan a document before you create it Identify: Message Audience Needed elements (charts, tables, etc.) Appropriate tone and look for the document (formal, playful, etc.) The purpose of and audience for a docume
- Exploring the Word Program WindowThe Word program window opens and displays a blank document The insertion point indicates where text appears when you type
- Exploring the Word Program WindowThe mouse pointer changes shape depending on its location in the Word program window Each pointer is used for a different purpose Click and type pointers position the insertion point and apply paragraph formatting
- Exploring the Word Program WindowThe Ribbon contains tabs Tabs include buttons for commands organized in groups Quick Access toolbar contains frequently used commands and is customizable
- Exploring the Word Program WindowThe Word program window Title bar displays the program and document names Office button opens a menu of commands related to managing and sharing documents Microsoft Office Help button provides access to the Word Help sy
- Exploring the Word Program WindowThe Word program window (cont.) Document window displays the current document Rulers show margin, tab, and indent settings Scroll bars are used to display different parts of the document in the document window
- Starting a DBegin a new document by typing in a blank document in the document window Word includes a word-wrap feature As you type, the insertion point moves automatically to the next line when you reach the right margin Press [Enter] only when you wa
- Starting a DocumentInsert text in a document by clicking to move the insertion point and then typing Delete text Press [Backspace] to delete the text before the insertion point Press [Delete] to delete the text after the insertion point
- Starting a DocumentAutomatic features that might appear as you type AutoComplete AutoCorrect Spelling and Grammar
- Saving a DocumentTo store a document permanently, you must save it as a file When you save a file you give it a name, called a filename, and indicate the location to store the file A filename identifies the file Files can be stored on an internal hard disk, on a CD or jump drive, or in another location Saving a file allows you to close the file and open it later for editing or printing
- Saving a DocumentSave a file for the first time using the Save button on the Quick Access toolbar or the Save command on the Office menu Assign a filename and a file location to a document using the Save As dialog box
- Saving a DocumentAfter you save a file for the first time, save frequently as you work Saving updates the stored copy of the file with your changes Save changes using the Save button, the Save command, or [Ctrl][S]
- Selecting TextYou must select text before deleting, editing, or formatting it Click and drag the I-beam pointer across text to select it Selected text is highlighted
- Selecting TextFormatting marks are special characters that appear on screen to help you edit and format text Formatting marks do not print Use the Show/Hide ¶ button turn the display of formatting marks off and on
- Selecting TextTo select text quickly, learn to use the mouse to select words, lines, paragraphs, and other large blocks of text
- Formatting Text Using the Mini Toolbar Includes the most commonly used text and paragraph formatting commands Appears faintly above selected text Becomes solid when your point to it Right-click selected text if the Mini toolbar disappears