Microsoft Word Basics

Introduction

• Microsoft Word: A powerful word processing program
  • Create documents, resumes, newsletters, etc.

Start Screen

• Access recent documents or create new ones
• Options to start from a blank document or a template

Interface Exploration

The Ribbon

• Collection of tools and features at the top of the screen
• Divided into tabs, e.g., Design, Insert, Home
• Commands organized into groups, e.g., Font group
  • Font group includes bold, italics, font color, size
• Some groups have expandable options
  • Click arrow at bottom right corner to view additional commands
• Minimizing Ribbon:
  • Click arrow in upper right corner
  • Options to hide/minimize

Microsoft Account Access

• Located in the upper right corner
• Update photo, manage account settings, switch accounts

Tell Me Feature

• Functions like a search bar for tools/commands
• Enter desired tool/command to receive menu options

Quick Access Toolbar

• Upper left corner
• Access to frequently used commands, e.g., Save, Undo
• Customization:
  • Click arrow next to toolbar to add more commands

Work Area

• Central space for creating/editing documents
• Displays current page number and word count (bottom left)
• Rulers:
  • Located at the top and left
  • Adjust document layout
  • Show/hide via View tab > check/uncheck Ruler box

Document Display Tools

• Bottom right corner
• Zoom control: Click and drag, view zoom percentage
• Document views:
  • Read Mode: Full screen, for reading/reviewing
  • Print Layout: Default, shows printed page view
  • Web Layout: Displays as a web page, useful for web publishing

Backstage View

• Access by clicking File tab (far left of Ribbon)
• Offers information related to current document
• Commands: New, Open, Save, Print
• Clicking items opens them in the right pane

Conclusion

• Understanding interface basics: Backstage view, Ribbon, Work area
• Ready to start creating documents