Microsoft Word Basics - Chapter 2

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What file extension is used by default for documents saved in Word 2007 or higher?

  • .txt
  • .doc
  • .pdf
  • .docx (correct)

Which component of the Word interface is specifically used to access file-related operations such as open or save?

  • Ribbon
  • Status Bar
  • Office Button (correct)
  • Quick Access Toolbar

What are the components of the Ribbon in Microsoft Word organized into?

  • Panels and Options
  • Tabs and Groups (correct)
  • Menus and Tools
  • Sections and Categories

What is the primary purpose of the Quick Access Toolbar?

<p>To customize frequently used commands (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following documents can be created using Microsoft Word?

<p>Letters, invoices, and emails (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which year was Microsoft Word first released?

<p>1983 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the original name of Microsoft Word?

<p>Multi-Tool Word (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of Microsoft Word?

<p>Editing video files (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step to change the font of a specific text in a document?

<p>Select the text you want to modify (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which icon is used to make text bold in MS Word?

<p>B (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the options available in the text case menu?

<p>Capitalize Each Word (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To change the font color, which action is NOT required?

<p>Click the drop-down arrow next to font style box (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Toggle Case option do?

<p>Switches between different capitalizations (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about changing text alignment is true?

<p>Text alignment improves the presentation and readability of the document (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the Home tab, what group do you need to locate to access font options?

<p>Font group (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What color selection method is used to change font color in MS Word?

<p>Using the drop-down arrow next to Font color button (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the default paper size in Word?

<p>8.5 x 11 inches (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tab do you select to change the paper size in Word?

<p>Page Layout (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the default margin size in Word?

<p>1 inch (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which command is used to insert a page break in MS Word?

<p>Breaks (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To add a header or footer, which tab is used?

<p>Insert (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can the page size be customized in Word?

<p>Using the 'More Paper Sizes' option (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required to insert a page break at a specific location?

<p>Selecting the Page Layout tab (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which group contains the commands for headers and footers?

<p>Header &amp; Footer group (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Ctrl+C shortcut key?

<p>Copy the selected text and objects (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which shortcut key is used to access font preferences in Microsoft Word?

<p>Ctrl+D (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Ctrl+G shortcut help users in a document?

<p>It enables jumping to a specific page. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What function does the Ctrl+H shortcut perform?

<p>Replace words or sentences (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following shortcuts allows you to align text to the center of a page?

<p>Ctrl+E (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which shortcut key combination would you use to italicize text?

<p>Ctrl+I (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Ctrl+K shortcut achieve in Microsoft Word?

<p>Insert a hyperlink (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which shortcut would you use to justify text evenly between the margins?

<p>Ctrl+J (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step to apply a style in a document?

<p>Select the text to which you want to apply the style (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which command is used to customize an existing style in MS Word?

<p>Modify Style (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the default page orientation in MS Word?

<p>Portrait (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which tab must you select to change the page orientation in MS Word?

<p>Page Layout (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What appears after you select 'Modify' on a style you want to customize?

<p>'Modify Style' dialogue box (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the final step to create a new style in MS Word?

<p>Enter the name and click OK (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which command would you click to display page orientation options?

<p>Orientation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What must you do before viewing more styles in the Styles group?

<p>Select the text (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Microsoft Word Basics

  • Importance of word processing includes efficiency in creating and editing documents.
  • Microsoft Office Word supports various document types: letters, reports, invoices, emails, books.
  • Default file extension for documents saved in Word 2007 and later is .docx.
  • Key uses of Microsoft Word:
    • Creating documents with graphics such as charts and diagrams.
    • Storing and reusing formatted elements (e.g., cover pages, sidebars).
    • Crafting personal and business letters and letterheads.
    • Designing resumes and invitations.
    • Generating correspondence from memos to legal documents.
  • Microsoft Word was launched in 1983 as Multi-Tool Word, based on the first graphical writing program, Bravo.

Exploring the Window

  • Microsoft Office Button: Located at the top left corner; provides Backstage view for file-related operations.
  • Quick Access Toolbar: Displays frequently used commands; customizable for user convenience.
  • Ribbon: Organized into tabs containing groups of related commands (e.g., Home, Insert, Page Layout).

Text Formatting in Word

  • Change Font Style:
    • Select text, go to Home tab, locate Font group, choose desired font from the dropdown.
  • Change Font Color:
    • Select text, use Font color button in Home tab to select and apply desired color.
  • Change Text Case:
    • Options include Sentence Case, Lowercase, Uppercase, Capitalize Each Word, and Toggle Case.
  • Change Text Alignment:
    • Select text, go to Home tab, and choose from available alignment styles.
  • Customize Styles:
    • Modify existing styles by right-clicking and selecting 'Modify'.
    • Create new styles via the Styles task pane by choosing 'New Style' and customizing parameters.

Page Layout Modifications

  • Change Page Orientation: Options are Portrait (default) and Landscape; adjusted via Page Layout tab.
  • Change Page Size: Default is 8.5 x 11 inches; can be modified through the Size command in Page Setup group.
  • Change Page Margins: Default is one inch; customizable within the Margins command in Page Layout tab.
  • Insert Page Break: Place cursor, navigate to Page Layout tab, and select 'Breaks' to choose the desired break type.
  • Insert Header and Footer: Use the Insert tab to access Header & Footer options for adding dates, page numbers, etc.

Microsoft Word Shortcut Keys

  • Ctrl+A: Selects all content on the page.
  • Ctrl+B: Bold the selected text.
  • Ctrl+C: Copy text and objects.
  • Ctrl+D: Access font preferences for customization.
  • Ctrl+E: Center-aligns selected items.
  • Ctrl+F: Finds or searches within the document.
  • Ctrl+G: Jump to a specified page.
  • Ctrl+H: Replace words or phrases in the document.
  • Ctrl+I: Italicizes or removes italics from selected text.
  • Ctrl+J: Justifies selected text across the page.
  • Ctrl+K: Inserts a hyperlink.
  • Ctrl+L: Left-aligns selected content.

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