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What is the primary function of Microsoft Word?
What is the primary function of Microsoft Word?
How many devices are estimated to be running Microsoft Word worldwide?
How many devices are estimated to be running Microsoft Word worldwide?
When was the first version of Microsoft Word launched?
When was the first version of Microsoft Word launched?
What feature was added to Microsoft Word in version 2.0?
What feature was added to Microsoft Word in version 2.0?
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What is the name of the cloud service that allows users to access their Microsoft Word documents from any device?
What is the name of the cloud service that allows users to access their Microsoft Word documents from any device?
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What was the original name of Microsoft Word when it was first launched?
What was the original name of Microsoft Word when it was first launched?
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What is the latest release of Microsoft Word as of October 2021?
What is the latest release of Microsoft Word as of October 2021?
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What is the function of the 'File tab' in Microsoft Word?
What is the function of the 'File tab' in Microsoft Word?
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What is the purpose of the 'Quick Access Toolbar' in Microsoft Word?
What is the purpose of the 'Quick Access Toolbar' in Microsoft Word?
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What is the function of the 'Ruler' in Microsoft Word?
What is the function of the 'Ruler' in Microsoft Word?
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What is the purpose of the 'Category Groups' in Microsoft Word?
What is the purpose of the 'Category Groups' in Microsoft Word?
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What is the function of the 'Status Bar' in Microsoft Word?
What is the function of the 'Status Bar' in Microsoft Word?
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Study Notes
Microsoft Word Overview
- Microsoft Word is a word processing program used to create, format, save, and print various types of documents.
- It can be offered as a cloud service or as software that users can install on a PC or mobile device.
- It is an integral part of the Microsoft Office suite of products and is the most widely-used word processor in the world.
- It is estimated that Word is running on more than a billion devices worldwide.
Features of Microsoft Word
- Create a document from scratch or from a template.
- Add text, images, art, and videos.
- Research a topic and find credible sources.
- Access documents from a computer, tablet, or phone via OneDrive.
- Share documents and collaborate with others.
- Track and review changes.
Brief History of MS Word
- The first version of Microsoft Word, Word 1.0, was launched in October 1983.
- It was developed by former Xerox programmers, Charles Simonyi and Richard Brodie.
- Version 2.0 was released in 1985, with added features including spellcheck and word count.
- In 1993, Microsoft released Word 6.0, which worked on Macintosh, Windows, and DOS.
- The most recent release was October 5th, 2021, with Word 2021, part of Office 365.
Starting Up Microsoft Word
- Find the application that says "Microsoft Word" without a file name on the desktop to open a new blank document.
- Alternatively, search for "Microsoft Word" in the Windows tab to open the application.
Different Parts and Functions of Microsoft Word
- Quick Access Toolbar: allows users to save, undo, and redo files in one click.
- Title Bar: displays saved files for easy identification.
- Ribbon Tabs: provide important functions for encoders.
- Ribbon: alters several features of the text, including font style, font size, text alignment, and color.
- Category Groups: label below the ribbon, providing features such as Clipboard, Font, Paragraph, and Styles.
- Scroll Bar: navigates the workspace.
- Workspace: where all data is encoded.
- Ruler: manually adjusts the margin of the document.
- Status Bar: displays the number of words, pages, and language denomination.
- Document View Button: displays content, rulers, gridlines, and zooms.
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Test your knowledge of Microsoft Word, a popular word processing program used to create and edit various types of documents. Learn about its features, capabilities, and uses in different contexts. Take this quiz to see how well you know Microsoft Word!
