Microsoft Word 2019 MO-100 Exam Preparation

Introduction

• The MO-100 Word 2019 exam is challenging and can be confusing.
• The exam tests various skills and can make users question their proficiency.
• Aim of the presentation is to bridge the gap between training and the actual exam.
• Practice files are available via Patreon.

Task 1: Remove Compatibility Mode

• Compatibility Mode: Allows older versions of Word to be used but disables new features.
• Steps to Remove:
  • Go to File > Info.
  • Click on Convert next to Compatibility Mode.
  • Confirm the conversion.
• New features like icons and 3D models become available.

Task 2: Save as Plain Text

• Steps:
  • Go to File > Save As.
  • Choose Browse and direct to Documents folder.
  • Rename file as "Outline for Proposal".
  • Save as type Plain Text.
  • Confirm on prompt.

Task 3: Convert Footnotes to Endnotes

• Steps:
  • Go to References tab.
  • Open Footnote and Endnote dialog box.
  • Select Convert all footnotes to endnotes.

Task 4: Change Margins

• Steps:
  • Go to Layout tab.
  • Select Margins > Custom Margins.
  • Set top/bottom to 0.5 inches, left/right to 0.25 inches.
  • Apply to whole document.

Task 5: Check Accessibility

• Accessibility Checker: Identifies areas difficult for reading.
• Steps:
  • Go to File > Info.
  • Select Check for Issues > Check Accessibility.
  • Fix first reported issue (e.g., missing alternative text).

Task 6: Clear Formatting

• Steps:
  • Use Find feature to locate paragraph.
  • Highlight text.
  • In Home tab, click Clear All Formatting icon.

Task 7: Adjust Table Spacing

• Steps:
  • Click in table to activate layout options.
  • Go to Layout tab > Table Properties.
  • Adjust Cell Spacing to 0.03.

Task 8: Modify Table of Contents

• Steps:
  • Highlight Table of Contents section.
  • Go to References tab.
  • Select Table of Contents > Custom Table of Contents.
  • Adjust levels to show only Level 1 headings.

Task 9: Line Spacing Adjustment

• Steps:
  • Select entire document using Ctrl + A.
  • Go to Paragraph Settings in Home tab.
  • Set line spacing to Multiple at 1.4.

Project 2: Task Highlights

Task 1: Header Insertion

• Objective: Show headers on all but first page.
• Steps:
  • Use Insert tab to add Header.
  • Ensure Different First Page is checked.

Task 2: Insert Symbol

• Using Webdings Font:
  • Position cursor.
  • Go to Insert > Symbol.
  • Select Webdings with character code 166.

Task 3: SmartArt Graphic

• Objective: Apply Soft Round Bevel.
• Steps:
  • Ensure full graphic is selected.
  • Use Format tab > Shape Effects.
  • Apply Bevel > Soft Round.

Task 4: Image Text Wrapping

• Goal: Change to Square wrap.
• Steps:
  • Select image.
  • Use Format tab > Wrap Text > Square.

Task 5: File Category Property

• Steps:
  • Go to File > Info.
  • Add category in Show All Properties.

Task 6: Complex Object Insertion

• Objective: Insert a Scroll Shape with text.
• Steps:
  • Insert Shape from Insert tab.
  • Position and wrap text as specified.

Project 3: Key Tasks

Task 1: Replace Text

• Objective: Replace specific phrases.
• Steps:
  • Use Home tab > Replace.

Task 2: Continue List Numbering

• Objective: Continue list from another section.
• Steps:
  • Use Find to locate section.
  • Right-click number, select Continue Numbering.

Task 3: Resolve Comments

• Objective: Resolve document comments.
• Steps:
  • Use Review tab > Show Comments.
  • Resolve through right-click options.

Task 4: Add Bookmark

• Objective: Insert bookmark in document.
• Steps:
  • Position cursor.
  • Use Insert tab > Bookmark.

Task 5: Insert Table

• Objective: Create specified table structure.
• Steps:
  • Use Insert > Table options.
  • Autofit contents as needed.

Task 6: Apply Style Set

• Objective: Apply specific style set.
• Steps:
  • Select entire document.
  • Use Design tab > choose style set.

Task 7: Apply Table Style

• Objective: Style first row of a table.
• Steps:
  • Highlight row.
  • Use Styles in Home tab.

Project 4: Final Exam Tips

Task 1: Add Section Break

• Objective: Insert continuous section break.
• Steps:
  • Locate sentence with Find.
  • Use Layout tab > Breaks.

Task 2: Column Format Change

• Objective: Change text to multi-column.
• Steps:
  • Ensure section is properly defined with breaks.
  • Adjust columns using Layout tab.

Task 3: Text Effects

• Objective: Apply WordArt.
• Steps:
  • Highlight header text.
  • Use Home tab > Text Effects.

Task 4: Custom Bullet Points

• Objective: Use custom symbols for bullets.
• Steps:
  • Highlight list.
  • Define new bullet with specified symbol.

Task 5: Insert Footnote

• Objective: Add specific footnote.
• Steps:
  • Locate word using Find.
  • Use References tab > Insert Footnote.

Task 6: Accept and Reject Changes

• Objective: Manage document revisions.
• Steps:
  • Use Review tab > Reviewing Pane.
  • Accept insertions/deletions, reject formatting changes.

Conclusion

• Further skills and resources are available in additional materials.
• Practice skills like repeating table headers and unlocking certification opportunities.