Pdf integrating word processing with text comprehension. Basic word processing skills word processing with office 07. Introduction to ms word 2007 university of cape town. This is an introductory lesson for a word processing class using microsoft word. Introduction to word macros and their applications abstract. About word processing a word processor is a type of computer program that is used to create a variety of documents, from simple letters to fully illustrated newsletters and fliers. Convert from word to pdf in telerik document processing. Doubleclick on a word to highlight the word and tripleclick inside a paragraph to highlight the whole paragraph. There are many functions that a word processor can perform, some of which are very sophisticated.
Here is where you will find commonly known features such. Text organized in this way is referred to as a document albert chan. An introduction to microsoft word 2007 microsoft offers a bundle of software programs within ms office, with each offering a different function. Introduction to word 2007 montclair state university. Ecdl icdl word processing this module sets out essential concepts and skills relating to the ability to use a word processing application to create everyday letters and documents. Introduction to microsoft word 2016 screen elements title bar z file menu. Save as pdf in microsoft word 2007 export documents as pdf. To spell check a single word, right mouse click on the word then select the correct spelling from the list. Double click on the word 2007 icon on your desktop.
The officer goes through it to check mistakes regarding spelling errors, missing words, etc. It is also via the office button you get to word options, where you can configure a wide range of basic options that determine how word functions. This presentation was created for use by instructors or students to serve as a possible model in a keyboarding course. Underline the word, and, in the first bulleted paragraph. I assign 4 word processing activities a week, leaving friday as a day to finish up anything they did not get done and complete. Title bar displays the name of the currently active word document. They are ms word for word processing, ms excel for spreadsheet, ms access for database management and ms powerpoint for presentation purposes. Basics of word processing 39 mark as final is a security feature as anyone can edit a document that is marked as final by turning off mark as final. Tech support scams are an industrywide issue where scammers trick you into paying for unnecessary technical support services. To apply a style to your text, select text and click on the chosen style in the command window. Chapter 2 using a word processor millersville university. Before getting into the details of the interface of word 2007, it is necessary to. You can additionally rightclick on the style and modify it as desired.
Theoretical frameworks and empirical examples chapter pdf available january 2017 with 1,188 reads how we measure reads. Click on the entry for microsoft office word 2007 the microsoft word program will load, and a blank document will appear on your screen. Course syllabus itsw 1401 introduction to word processing. Introduction to the word processor writing a conference. As you can see below, each tab is organised into a series of groups that contain related commands for getting something done.
Tutorials for teachers copyright bernard john poole, 2007. An op online course from the national certificate in computing level 2 programme. Word processing software is used to manipulate a text document, such as a resume or a report. Microsoft office 2007 word assignments computers grade 9. This manual is designed to assist learners in the adult literacy and. The ms word 2007 window if youve used previous versions of word, youll notice that the old menu system has been replaced by the ribbon and the office button. Pdf word processor software free download pdf word. Ms word is the most popular word processing software used today. Software that uses text and formatting features to create documents. It is an environment that can make number manipulation easy. Microsoft word is an application software developed by microsoft inc. Word processingworking with documentsdocument types. For quite some time, word processing software like microsoft office word, corel write, abiword and openoffice writer had what many perceived as a distinct advantage over pdf software.
Word processing introduction one of the simplest, yet most useful, applications for a personal computer is to use it as a typewriter to create text files. Level 6 word processing application management national council for vocational awards this module is designed to enable learners gain an indepth knowledge of word processing software and enables them to develop their word processing skills to an advanced level. Module goals successful candidates will be able to. Business legal copies, letterheads, letters, memos, circulars etc. Word formatting data entry data processing pdf word. As i check their document, i mark it off on their unit sheet which saves printing multiple documents. These old computer chronicles programs are very entertaining. Windows server 2003, windows vista, windows xp service pack 2. When you use a word processor, however, the system takes care of the end of each line.
Introduction to word processing get started with the basics of microsoft word. While holding the left mouse button down, drag the mouse over all the text to be selected, then release the mouse button. But some preferences for example, the color scheme will apply to all other microsoft office 2010 programs that you have installed. Microsoft word introduction comes inbuilt with default style templates like title, subtitle, heading1, heading2, body text, normal, etc. Introduction to word processing what is a word processor. Students will demonstrate basic word processing formatting skills. In this unit, we will compare the office button from microsoft word 2007 and the file ribbon from microsoft word 2010. It is also known as a document preparation system it is a programme where you can type and print documents it has replaced the old typewriters then now. However, when changing more than one word, you must select the text. Pdf word processor software free download pdf word processor top 4 download offers free software downloads for windows, mac, ios and android computers and mobile devices. List of options to choose from to format a document. Its cool how, in the program shown, each document shown in illustrated as an actual document.
Microsoft word 2007 page 7 computer course preevaluation congratulations on starting up the essential skills for word processing guide. Introduction to ms word 2007 5 2009 centre for educational technology, university of cape town an overview of word now its time for an overview of word 2007. Macros can assist with common tasks and are tools for automating repetitive processes. Data entry, data processing, pdf, word, word processing. Microsoft office word 2007 is a sophisticated word processing program that. The contents of your file will be displayed on the screen. Introduction to ms word 2007 textbook equity open education. This microsoft save as pdf or xps addin for 2007 microsoft office programs supplements and is subject to the license terms for the 2007 microsoft office system software. We will also discuss how to save and print a document using both of these versions. In this article we will explore the new interface of microsoft word 2007. Office word 2007 supports exporting your file to the following formats. This presentation will provide an introduction to using word macros for translation tasks, e. Missing word processor in office 365 microsoft community.
Heggan free public library microsoft word is a program called a word processor word processor refers to a program in which the user inputs text which is formatted to create a readable document. Note that several documents can be open simultaneously just repeat this process. The use of word processing has a positive effect on students writing development, and this impact is even more pronounced for struggling writers. Introduction to word 2007 you will notice some obvious changes immediately after starting word 2007. Introduction to powerpoint 2007 microsoft office powerpoint 2007 enables users to quickly and easily create highimpact, vibrant slide presentations. An introduction to microsoft word 2010 universalclass. Microsoft word is used to create, edit, print and share professionallooking documents such as applications, forms, templates, business.
Change the spacing before the first bulleted paragraph to 12 point. Learn to use fonts, spell check and some basic editing techniques to help you navigate, create, and edit documents. Essential microsoft office 2007 tutorials for teachers. A word processor is a programme for editing, rearranging and storing text.
The file tab will bring you into the backstage view. You typically enter text by typing, and the software provides tools for copying, deleting and various. An introduction to microsoft word 2007 universalclass. How to start word is a fullfeatured word processing program. A word processor is essentially a computerized version of the standard typewriter. Basic word processing using word 2007 for beginners. Work with documents and save them in different file formats.
Change the spacing after the first paragraph of body copy to 0 point. Emphasis will be placed on proper document formatting techniques and file naming and file. Convert word 2007 documents to pdf format techrepublic. All rights reserved xi lesson 7 introduction to the access database. It is unlikely that any one person will ever need to use all the functions available. Pdf revising is an evaluating and editing process that is an essential part of text production.
To save a word 2007 document as a pdf file, open the document and follow these steps. This icon at the end of a chapter introduction indicates information. Jul 09, 2011 john b explains how to use the word processing option within the 2007 microsoft office word programme. Word processing learn to use a word processor to produce documents for a business or organisation. Formatting word 2007 has many new formatting options which are detailed in other instant. Create your document in a word processing program that prints to pdf. Introduction introduction word 2007 is like a typewriter on steroids. In this respect word is no different from other word processing programs. Microsoft word 2007 a beginners guide free fast and unlimited. Other word processing programs may vary slightly but the general concept is the same. Now that you have completed introduction to microsoft word, the next. In fact when you open up ms office you will find four main components in it. Users of previous versions are able to download the word compatibility pack.
Request the document created in this practice is a letter in the block style as defined in the gregg reference manual tenth edition by william sabin 2005 mcgrawhill companies, inc. A word processor allows the user to organize and present text on a page or several pages. Jul 11, 20 a demonstration on formatting text within a word processing document. When creating documents it is advisable to type the text of your document into word 2000 with minimum formatting. Word processingworking with textcharacter formatting.
Using a word processing program that prints to pdf the program we use for these instructions is wordperfect 10. Click the microsoft office button, move to save as, and click. Microsoft word is a word processing program that can be used to type documents, from simple letters to illustrated newsletters. An introduction to microsoft office 2007 6 compiled by warwick paice each tab along the ribbon is organised to make it easy to get your work done. It is useful to make a distinction in this regard between text editors, word processors and desktop publishing applications. Other word processors include notepad, corel word perfect, and apple pages. A word processor is essentially a computerized version of the standard. When you click on the office button, this menu opens. Below is the table, describing parts of word windows. The metaanalysis that dolores perin and i conducted did not tell us why word processing was effective. When using a word processor, do not press the key at the end of. Just like any other word processing program, you use ms word to view and edit formatted text within a document.
Since the computer has become a common household and workplace item the typewriter has almost disappeared. For starters, the top bar has a completely new look, consisting of new features, buttons and naming conventions. Introduction to word processing program using pages. It was far easier to edit and make changes to a document using a word processor than its pdf counterpart. It can be used to work with a wide range of documents from simple letters, memos to complex documents like newsletters, forms and now with blogs too with word 2007. To navigate this guide, it is essential for you to be familiar with some of the basic concepts about the program. Students are given a unit sheet each week with a list of the word processing activities they will be doing that week. However, the computer adds features typewriters never dreamed of having like spell check, the ability to save and store documents, copy and past functions, the. Introduction to word processing carleton university. Creating a pdf document using a word processor middle. Click on the start button in the lower left corner of the screen, then from the programs submenu select microsoft word you may need to choose from the word processing or microsoft office submenufig. If you need an introduction to the keyboard or would like to learn how to type.
The most popular word processor is microsoft word available as part of themicrosoft office suite of applications for both pcs and macs. The power of word processing for the student writer. Introduction to word processing 01022006 1 section 1 creating well formatted documents with word 2000 this section describes ways of improving the layout and appearance of documents. It enables you to create letters, reports,manuals, newsletters, and brochures. Assistant lecturer sherna aziz toma page 2 introduction to word 2007 word 2007 is the word processing software in the microsoft 2007. Microsoft is an american multinational technology company. You can help protect yourself from scammers by verifying that the contact is a microsoft agent or microsoft employee and that the phone number is an official microsoft global customer service number. Certain portions of 2007 documents may be different in previous versions and some formatting may be lost. Microsoft word is the word processing component of the microsoft office suite.
This video provides an introduction to word processing. Some people might have kept their typewriter, but that is mostly for sentimental reasons. An overview of the production of documents, tables. Powerpoint 2007 has powerful graphics capabilities and great formatting features that enable even. An introductory lesson for microsoft word office software. Students will create and edit a variety of documents. Atext editor may be used to enter and edit text in an ascii text file.
This is a 500 pages concise technical ebook available in pdf, epub ipad. Microsoft word is a word processing program similar but better than the antiquated word perfect or the microsoft works word processor. Icaict102a operate wordprocessing applications date this document was generated. Pdf software as a word processing tool foxit pdf blog.
Selecting text selecting is also referred to as highlighting is used extensively in word processing so that we can make changes to the selected text. Using word 2007 part 1 word processing jbmoviebank. Font, clipboard, paragraph, styles, editing groups. Some settings in the word options dialog box apply only to word. It improves the layout and graphics of yourdocuments. As you type away in word processing, the program is aware that you are getting to the end of the line, and it will automatically wrap around a word to the beginning of the next line if the word doesnt fit completely on the end of a line. Introduction to the word processor writing a conference call. Word 20 is a word processing application that allows you to create a variety of documents like letters, flyers, and reports.
It can be used to work with a wide range of documents like letters, memos, newsletters, forms and now with blogs too with word 2007. The typist changes the letter as suggested by the officer. Integrating word processing with text comprehension. Ms word practical notes informatics practical, 20 4 opening microsoft word 2007 in the practical room 1. A word processor is a software application for creating documents ranging fromletters, to reports, to flyers, to brochures, basically any sort of document thatinvolves a lot of text and even images. Ecdl 1 icdl word processing this module sets out essential concepts and skills relating to the ability to use a word processing application to create everyday letters and documents. A demonstration on formatting text within a word processing document. Course syllabus itsw 1401 introduction to word processing catalog description. Save as pdf in microsoft word 2007 export documents as pdf adobe pdf portable document format has become the universal format for sharing documents, primarily for two reasons. A spreadsheet is the computer equivalent of a paper ledger sheet. Introduction to the wordword processor 11 toolbars word has standard and formatting toolbars towards the top of the screen with icons for commonly used tools that you can click on to quickly carry out many word processing tasks. Before you can use word you must first open the program. Ask your instructor for the appropriate steps to start microsoft office word 2007. However, the computer adds features typewriters never dreamed of having like spell check, the ability to save and store documents.
Ms word 2007 also provides the feature and tools to export your document to either pdf portable document format or xps xml paper specification format. Introduction to microsoft word, lesson plan, teaching. This unit will introduce you to the quick access toolbar, and you will learn how to add and delete commands from the toolbar. Install the save as pdf or xps addin from the microsoft downloads site. An introduction to microsoft word 2010 microsoft word is a word processing program similar but better than the antiquated word perfect or the microsoft works word processor. Why is word processing an effective writing medium. How to use microsoft word 2007 this guide will help you to take advantage of some of the more advanced tools that microsoft word 2007 has available. Ms word is a part of the bigger package called ms office, which can do much more than word processing. When changing the format of one word, there is no need to select the text. If you change the mgday amount, you will have to start the math all over again. Microsoft word is the worlds leading word processing application. Introduction to word processing flashcards quizlet.
A button that provides access to menu commands in word. Microsoft word introduction, what is microsoft word. The microsoft office button replaces the file button in previous versions. It allows you to create professional lookingdocuments quickly and efficiently. The purpose of this course is to teach students to identify word processing terminology and concepts, create technical documents, format and edit documents, use simple tools and utilities, and print. Dont be alarmed, word has been redesigned with a fresh new look that offers a more efficient and straight forward approach. Save your original document in the word processing. This opens the word options dialog box, where you can customize your word settings and preferences. The backstage view is where you manage your files and the data about them creating, opening, printing, saving, inspecting for hidden metadata or. Word processing 2007 format text within a word processing.