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TORRES-ADDING TOC

MS WORD

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Trixie Torres
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Contents

Creating Text............................................................................................................................... 2
Paragraph Formatting ................................................................................................................ 2
Advanced Text Manipulation..................................................................................................... 2
Using Tables ................................................................................................................................ 2
Working with Sections ................................................................................................................ 3
Inserting Special Elements ......................................................................................................... 3
Collaboration and Review .......................................................................................................... 3
Automation and Efficiency Tools ............................................................................................... 3
Tips for Effective Text Creation and Manipulation ................................................................. 3

PREPARED BY:
TRIXIE SJ. TORRES
Creating Text
1. Basic Text Entry
o Simply click where you want to insert text and start typing. Word will
automatically wrap text to fit within the page margins.
2. Text Formatting
o Font: Change the font type, size, and color using the Font group on the Home
tab.
o Bold, Italic, Underline: Use the B, I, and U buttons to apply these common
text styles.
o Highlighting: Use the Text Highlight Color tool to highlight text.
o Text Effects: Apply text effects like shadow, reflection, and glow.
Paragraph Formatting
1. Alignment and Indentation
o Alignment: Align text left, center, right, or justify using the Paragraph group
on the Home tab.
o Indentation: Increase or decrease paragraph indentations. Use the ruler or the
Indent buttons.
o Line and Paragraph Spacing: Adjust line spacing and add space before or
after paragraphs.
2. Bullets and Numbering
o Bulleted and Numbered Lists: Quickly create lists using the Bullets and
Numbering buttons.
o Multi-level Lists: Create multi-level lists for nested items.
3. Borders and Shading
o Add borders and shading to paragraphs for emphasis using the Borders and
Shading options.
Advanced Text Manipulation
1. Styles and Themes
o Styles: Apply consistent formatting with predefined styles for headings, titles,
and other elements. Modify or create new styles as needed.
o Themes: Apply a document theme for a cohesive look with consistent colors,
fonts, and effects.
2. Find and Replace
o Basic Search: Use Ctrl+F to open the Navigation pane and search for text.
o Advanced Replace: Use Ctrl+H to find and replace text, including formatting
and special characters.
3. Text Box
o Insert a Text Box to place text at specific locations on the page. Text boxes
can be moved, resized, and formatted independently from the main text.

Using Tables
1. Inserting Tables
o Use the Insert tab to create tables. Define the number of rows and columns.
o Quick Tables: Insert pre-formatted tables for calendars, lists, etc.
2. Table Formatting
o Table Design: Use the Table Design tab to apply styles, shading, and borders.

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TRIXIE SJ. TORRES
o Layout Options: Adjust cell size, merge/split cells, and align text within cells.

Working with Sections


1. Section Breaks
o Insert section breaks to apply different formatting (e.g., different headers,
footers, or page orientation) within the same document.
Inserting Special Elements
1. Hyperlinks
o Insert hyperlinks to web pages, email addresses, or other parts of the
document.
2. Symbols and Special Characters
o Insert symbols and special characters from the Insert tab.
3. Headers and Footers
o Add headers and footers with page numbers, dates, and document information.
Collaboration and Review
1. Track Changes
o Enable Track Changes to see edits made by collaborators. Accept or reject
changes as needed.
2. Comments
o Insert comments for feedback or additional notes without altering the main
text.
Automation and Efficiency Tools
1. AutoCorrect
o Use AutoCorrect to automatically correct common typos and misspellings.
2. Quick Parts
o Save frequently used text and graphics as Quick Parts for easy reuse.
3. Macros
o Record and run macros to automate repetitive tasks. Use the Developer tab to
manage macros.
Tips for Effective Text Creation and Manipulation
• Consistent Formatting: Use styles and themes for a professional and uniform
appearance.
• Shortcut Keys: Learn keyboard shortcuts to speed up text creation and editing tasks.
• Regular Saves: Save your work regularly to prevent data loss. Use AutoSave if
available.
• Proofreading: Use spelling and grammar check tools to proofread your document.
• Templates: Start with a template to ensure consistent structure and formatting,
especially for standard documents like resumes or reports.

PREPARED BY:
TRIXIE SJ. TORRES

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