Productivity Tools & Mail Merge

• Productivity tools are software applications that help users perform tasks efficiently.

Productivity Tools

• Word processors (e.g., Microsoft Word, Google Docs) are for creating and formatting text-based documents.
• Spreadsheets (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets) are for data organization, analysis, and computation.
• Presentation software (e.g., Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides) are for visual content creation and slide presentations.
• Graphic design tools (e.g., Canva, Photoshop, GIMP) are for image editing and layout design.

Mail Merge

• Mail Merge lets users send bulk personalized documents like letters, certificates, and labels.
• Main Document contains the template text and format.
• Data Source stores recipient information such as names and addresses.
• Merged Document represents the final output combining the main document and data source.

Integrating Images and External Materials

• Pictures & Online Pictures are images from local storage or online sources.
• Shapes: Built-in drawing tools provide callouts, arrows, and custom objects.
• SmartArt offers pre-designed graphical elements, including cycles, processes, and hierarchies.
• Charts visualize numerical data.
• Screenshot Tool captures and inserts screen clips directly into a document.

Microsoft PowerPoint

• Custom Animations are moving effects for objects (text, images, shapes).
• Slide Transitions are effects between slides to enhance presentations.
• Hyperlinks connect to other slides, files, or websites.
• Embedded Media involves inserting audio, video, and interactive elements.

Graphics and Layout

• Balance is an even distribution of elements.
• Emphasis highlights important areas.
• Movement guides the viewer’s eye across the content.
• Pattern & Repetition creates consistency in design.
• Proportion ensures elements are visually harmonious.

Infographics

• Infographics combine visuals and text to present information efficiently.
• Piktochart provides templates for data visualization.
• Canva offers drag-and-drop features for graphic design.

Online Image File Formats

• JPEG is best for photographs, using lossy compression.
• PNG supports transparency and uses lossless compression.
• GIF is for simple animations.
• TIFF is a high-quality format for professional printing.

Image Manipulation (GIMP)

• GIMP (GNU Image Manipulation Program) is a free tool for image editing.
• Resize adjusts image dimensions.
• Crop removes unwanted parts of an image.
• Rotate/Flip changes orientation.
• Text Overlay adds stylized text to images.
• Color Adjustments enhances brightness, contrast, and filters.

Google SketchUp

• Google SketchUp is a tool for creating 3D models.
• Drawing Tools include lines, rectangles, circles, and polygons.
• Push/Pull Tool converts 2D shapes into 3D objects.
• Orbit & Pan Tools adjust viewing angles.

Online Platforms for Content Development

• Social Media Platforms are for communication & content sharing (e.g., Facebook, Instagram).
• Blogging Platforms enable users to publish articles (e.g., WordPress, Blogger).
• Content Management Systems (CMS) simplify website creation (e.g., Google Sites, WordPress).

Evaluating Online Platforms

• Accuracy means well-researched and factual content.
• Authority means content from reliable authors or organizations.
• Objectivity means content is free from bias.
• Currency means up-to-date information.
• Coverage refers to a comprehensive content scope.
• Relevance indicates usefulness for intended purposes.

Web Page Components

• Title: Displays in the browser tab.
• Header: Contains the site’s title and navigation menu.
• Footer: Includes additional site information.
• Body: Main content area.
• Sidebars: Extra content sections.

Website Creation

• Planning involves defining the purpose and audience.
• Designing structures content and layout.
• Building develops pages and adds multimedia.
• Testing ensures functionality and compatibility.
• Promoting & Maintaining includes SEO optimization and updates.

Cloud Computing

• Cloud computing allows users to store and access data online.