This one-day intensive course provides practical tips, techniques, and time-saving strategies to maximize your productivity and efficiency with Microsoft Word. You will explore popular Word features and learn optimal methods to access them quickly, making this an excellent refresher course for experienced users seeking to update their skills and discover advanced tips, tricks, and workflow efficiencies.
Target Audience:
This course is designed for individuals with existing Word experience and regular hands-on usage. Participants may be self-taught or have completed formal training. Those who have completed one or more Word Core Skills courses are ideal candidates for this advanced refresher.
Course Is Not Recommended For:
If you are new to Microsoft Word, this fast-paced course is not appropriate for you. You should have practical Word experience before enrollment. Additionally, if you have completed all three Word Introduction, Intermediate, and Advanced courses, expect significant topic overlap.
Prerequisites:
This course requires prior Word experience and practical application skills. Typical candidates are self-taught users or those with formal training. You may take this course after completing Word Introduction training.
Course Outline:
Typing and Formatting
- Using Click and Type to position text anywhere on the page
- Adjust line spacing efficiently with built-in tools
- Disable auto-format and auto-correct features for greater control
- Change text case quickly using formatting shortcuts
- Use non-breaking spaces to keep content together
- Apply advanced text selection techniques
- Save time using the Format Painter tool
- Create custom headers and footers for different document sections
- Build and insert a table of contents automatically
Working With Tables
- Apply automatic table formatting options
- Repeat table header rows across pages
- Resize tables quickly and efficiently
- Distribute rows and columns evenly
- Insert rows or columns using multiple methods
- Understand the differences between gridlines and borders
The Document Screen
- Set tabs using the ruler feature
- Split the screen to view multiple document sections simultaneously
- Toggle the ribbon on and off as needed
Saving Options
- Save a document as a reusable template
- Password-protect your documents
- Customize default save locations
Getting Creative
- Add page borders for visual appeal
- Draw lines and shapes in documents
- Insert online pictures and images
- Add special symbols and characters
Additional Features
- Master keyboard and mouse shortcuts for faster navigation
- Insert and format date and time information
- Customize initials displayed in document comments
- Add and customize page numbering
- Show or hide paragraph marks and formatting symbols
