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Learning Online : Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word: sub-module 6 of 15 of learning online: computer skills category
This module will teach you how to use Microsoft Word to create and edit documents.
Tips
- Make use of the Format Painter.
If you have formatted some text in a specific way and need to repeat it on another block of text, you can use the Format Painter feature to save time. - Make use of the Ribbon to format your document.
The Ribbon at the top of your document contains tabs with groups of related tools that you can use to format text, change the layout, insert images, and more. - Pay attention to the Spellchecker.
The red and blue underlines of the spellchecker indicate a spelling or grammar mistake. Right-click on the underlined word to view suggestions. - Find where you left off.
Press Shift + F5 to move the cursor to the location where it was when you last saved the document. - Use keyboard shortcuts to edit your document quickly.
Keyboard shortcuts can be a quicker way to interact with your document. Try to remember the shortcuts for tasks you perform often, like copying text (CTRL + C).
If you have formatted some text in a specific way and need to repeat it on another block of text, you can use the 
The Ribbon at the top of your document contains tabs with groups of related tools that you can use to format text, change the layout, insert images, and more. 
The red and blue underlines of the spellchecker indicate a spelling or grammar mistake. Right-click on the underlined word to view suggestions.
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LinkedIn Learning Video Tutorials
Check out some of the online tutorials available on LinkedIn Learning - open in a new tab for essential training in Microsoft Word. LinkedIn Learning is a paid resource. Check to see if you have access through your college or your public library.
Getting Started: Word
Microsoft Word Guides
Word in Microsoft 365
These guides are for Word in Microsoft 365, and may not be applicable for other versions of Word. For guides on other versions, see the tabs above.
Word 2019
These guides are for Microsoft Word 2019, and may not be applicable for other versions of Word. For guides on other versions, see the tabs above.
Word 2016
These guides are for Microsoft Word 2016, and may not be applicable for other versions of Word. For guides on other versions, see the tabs above.
Word 2013
These guides are for Microsoft Word 2013, and may not be applicable for other versions of Word. For guides on other versions, see the tabs above.
Word 2010
These guides are for Microsoft Word 2010, and may not be applicable for other versions of Word. For guides on other versions, see the tabs above.
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