Introduction ToMicrosoft Word

3.7.7 C Apply intermediate skills in utilizing word processing software

Word processing programs make the writing process easier by allowing you to organize your thoughts, edit and revise documents easily, and format documents attractively.

Menu Bars & Tool Bars

Menu Bar

Tool BarA row of icons on a computer screen that activate commands or functions when clicked.

A permanently displayed menu spreadhorizontally across the top of the screen or window. When themouse is pressed over an item on the menu bar, a pull-downmenu appears.

Getting To Know Your Pull Down Menus

Pull down menus are revealed only when theuser activates it, normally by pressing the mouse buttonwhile the pointer is over the title, whereupon the menuitems appear below the title. The user may then select anitem from the menu or click elsewhere, in either case the menu contents are hidden again.

File Menu

Let’s Explore the options under the File Menu.

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Edit Menu

Let’s Explore the options under the Edit Menu.

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View Menu

Let’s Explore the options under the View Menu.

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Insert Menu

Let’s Explore the options under the Insert Menu.

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Format Menu

Let’s Explore the options under the Format Menu.

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Tools Menu

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Table Menu

Window Menu

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Help Menu

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