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Adding Page Breaks
In Microsoft Word 2010; you can add page breaks to ensure that elements; such as headings; appear consistently at the top of the next page in a document. In this video; Steve English inserts a page break between the Table of Contents and the heading of the next paragraph; and includes a page break in a heading style.
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Adjust Spacing
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to adjust the spacing for a paragraph not just within the paragraph but also between paragraphs. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to apply space change to several paragraphs and have precise control.
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Apply a Border
In Microsoft Word 2010; you can apply a page border to your document and make it more visually appealing. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how you can apply different styles; add color; and set the thickness of page borders in a document.
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Apply Page Color
Microsoft Word 2010 enables you to apply color to your pages and make them look pleasant and attractive. This feature is very useful when you’re designing a brochure or a flyer. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how you can apply colors to a page to give your document a color background.
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Apply Styles to a Table
Applying styles to tables in Microsoft Word 2010 saves you time and effort on formatting. In this video; Steve English uses predefined styles to give an unimaginative black and white table a visually appealing design.
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Creating Cross References
The cross reference tool provided by Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to replace text that may change; such as figures or bookmarks; with a field that is easy to update. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how he creates a cross reference for a figure in a document.
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Crop a Picture
The Crop function in Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to trim off areas of a picture that you do not need; such as the expanse of the sky. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to remove unwanted details from a picture to focus the reader’s eye more on the subject.
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AutoCorrect and AutoText Functions
Microsoft Word 2010 provides the AutoCorrect feature; which automatically corrects your spelling errors as you type. You can also modify AutoCorrect to suit your needs. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to add a propriety term to AutoCorrect.
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Change Autosave Settings
Microsoft Word 2010 creates an automatic backup of your documents and also allows you to configure the AutoSave options. In this video; Steve English shows how you can change the AutoSave settings and set the AutoSave Interval to avoid the risk of losing your work.
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Change Footnotes to Endnotes
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to quickly and easily change your citation style. You can reposition your notes from the foot of a page to the end of the document and vice-versa. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to convert footnotes to endnotes and endnotes to footnotes using the right-click menu.
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Change Footnotes to Endnotes Separator
Microsoft Word 2010 inserts a default 2-inch separator line while inserting footnotes or endnotes in a document. You can delete this separator line or alter it into a longer line; double-line; or shape. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to access the separator line; change the document view; and make modifications to it.
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Change Margins
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to change the size of the white space around your text. In this video; Steve English shows how to change margins across the document and how to restrict margin changes to document sections.
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Change the Document View
In Microsoft Word 2010; a document can be viewed in several different views and each view has its own advantages over the others. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how you can change the view of a document and choose and apply different views available in Microsoft Word according to your requirements.
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Check Spelling and Grammar
The spell check function in Microsoft Word 2010 is useful for correcting common errors in your text; such as misspellings; grammar issues; and misused words. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to use this feature to clean up text and generate readability statistics.
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Create a Bookmark
Bookmarks in Microsoft Word 2010 have two main uses: easy navigation back to your place in the document and link for creating cross-references. In this video; Steve English shows how to create a bookmark and discusses the rules about naming and how to select a name that can be referenced later.
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Create a Cross-Reference to a Bookmark
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to cross-reference to a specific set of Word objects; such as headings; numbered items; figures; and tables. In this video; Steve English shows how to cross-reference with bookmarks when none of the other Word objects apply.
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Create a Hyperlink
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to create a hyperlink right inside your document to link to an existing file or webpage; an existing place in the document; a new document; or an email address. In this video; Steve English shows you how to create a hyperlink that opens another document.
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Create a Table
Tables in Microsoft Word 2010 help you display information in a tabular format. In this video; Steve English explains how to create and design a table that will stand out better from the surrounding text.
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Create an Excel Table
Creating an Excel table in Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to bring Excel’s power of complicated computing to your Word document. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to insert an Excel table in a Word document without ever exiting Word.
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Create Bulleted Lists
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to bullet list items to show that they are all of the same weight and importance. In this video; Steve English explains how bulleting is different from numbering and shows how to bullet; preview bullet styles; and check for appropriateness of the format.
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Create Numbered Lists
Microsoft Word 2010 makes creating and formatting numbered lists easy. Numbered lists are useful when you want to itemize and set off text. In this video; Steve English shows how to create a list with levels and choose a suitable number format and style.
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Creating a Building Block
Building blocks in Microsoft Word 2010 are a convenient way to re-use saved blocks of text or graphics in multiple documents. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to create a building block of his company logo and then to use it.
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Customize Footnotes
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to customize the way footnotes are numbered in a document. In this video; Steve English discusses the various ways in which footnotes can be referenced and provides an overview of the number formats; numbering schemes; and apply changes to options available.
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Customize the Ribbon
In Microsoft Word 2010; you can customize the tabs and groups on the Ribbon to suit your requirements. You can hide default tabs on the Ribbon; or add and delete commands on the Ribbon and Quick Access toolbar. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how he customizes the Ribbon and Quick Access toolbar by hiding and adding items.
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Cut; Copy; and Delete
The Cut; Copy; and Delete commands in Microsoft Word 2010 allow you to move or remove content. In this video; Steve English explains how each is different from the other and is useful in moving content within and across documents.
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Find and Replace
Find and Replace in Microsoft Word 2010 is useful for finding and replacing specific strings of text. In this video; Steve English shows you how to do a find and replace and how to undo any unwanted changes both from the Navigation Pane and from the Ribbon.
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Format the Font
Understanding the various text font options offered by Microsoft Word 2010 helps you apply them effectively. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to preview; customize; and create your own text font specifications.
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Format with the Mini Toolbar
The Mini Toolbar in Microsoft Word 2010 saves you time on navigating around format buttons. In this video; Steve English shows how to use the Mini Toolbar to set font size and color; indent; align; and highlight your text from any place in the document.
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Get Help
The Help function in Microsoft Word 2010 is useful in finding information on specific features and operations. In this video; Steve English explains how to use this feature to draw on the vast store of resources available on your computer and on numerous online resources.
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How to Create Paragraph Styles
Microsoft Word 2010 includes a collection of style sets designed to work together to achieve the same look and feel in a document. You can use styles sets to quickly format paragraphs. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to apply a style set to a title; subtitle; and heading; modify a default style; and create a new style.
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How to Use Mail Merge
Microsoft Word 2010 enables you to create a large number of documents that are mostly identical but include some unique information. You can use the Mail Merge feature to import information from a data source into a document. In this video; Steve English personalizes a letter; by importing each client’s name and contact information from an Excel worksheet.
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How to Use Section Breaks
In Microsoft Word 2010; you can add section breaks to apply different formatting to different sections of a document. In this video; Steve English uses the Section Break feature to create sections; alter the header and page number on the Table of Contents page; and add a field to the header to automatically display the heading for each section.
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How to Use Templates
Microsoft Word 2010 includes templates that are formatted for a specific task. Some templates are installed on your hard-drive when you install Word; and others are available from the Office web site. You can use these templates as the basis for new documents. In this video; Steve English uses a template to create and modify a fax cover sheet.
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Indent Text
Inserting indents in Microsoft Word 2010 is useful for setting the edges of a paragraph differently from the edges of the page margin; such as in a bibliography. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to insert indents from the Ruler; from the Paragraph group in the Home tab; and from the Paragraph dialog box.
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Insert a Footnote
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to insert footnotes and endnotes in a document to hold notes or citations that are referred to in the text. In this video; Steve English discusses both citation styles and shows how to insert a footnote in your document.
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Insert a Picture
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to insert pictures into your document to compliment the text and make your document more visually appealing. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to add a picture and reconfigure it to fit your space and needs.
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Insert an Endnote
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to insert footnotes and endnotes in a document to hold notes or citations that are referred to in the text. In this video; Steve English discusses both citation styles and shows how to insert an endnote in your document.
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Insert and Delete Table Rows and Columns
Adding and deleting columns and rows is easy in Microsoft Word 2010. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to work with the right-click context menu when doing multiple additions and deletions.
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Insert Building Blocks
Building Blocks in Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to pre-save Word elements; such as snippets of text and images. In this video; Steve English shows you how to pull a building block from the Building Blocks library and apply to a document.
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Insert Clip Art
Clip Art in Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to make your documents visually appealing by inserting illustrations; photographs; or other media. In this video; Steve English shows you how to use Clip Art to draw the reader’s eye to specific information.
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Insert Columns
Inserting columns in Microsoft Word 2010 allows your page to look more like a newspaper or magazine article while adding more white space and making it easier for readers to track. In this video; Steve English shows you how to create columns on a page with a banner headline.
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Insert Headers and Footers
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to insert headers and footers in your document to display repetitive information; such as chapter titles and page numbers. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to use the header and footer tools to have a different first page and also different odd and even pages; such as in a book.
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Inserting a Table of Contents
In Microsoft Word 2010; you can add a table of contents to a document that has headings and subheadings; and then update and customize it as required. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how he adds a table of contents to a document.
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Link or Embed an Excel Table
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to import an Excel table in two ways: linking and embedding. In this video; Steve English explains the difference between these two methods and shows how to link an Excel table to a Word document and keep the information updated.
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Merge and Split Table Cells
Merging and splitting cells in Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to enhance the format of a table and accurately represent the data in it. In this video; Steve English shows how to change the structure of a table by merging and splitting cells.
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Populating Headers and Footers
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to add headers and footers to documents. You can customize their appearance by applying a design style as well as including graphics and page numbers. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to add and format a header and footer.
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Print a Document
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to choose and select from a range of print properties and settings. In this video; Steve English explores each of them and shows how to preview the results before you print.
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Recording a Macro
Microsoft Word 2010 lets you record macros for actions you perform regularly. Macros allow you to link a set of commands to a shortcut key so that you can simply enter the shortcut key when you need to perform the set of commands. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to record a macro.
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Restrict Editing
Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to set restrictions on the types of edits that other users can perform on your document. In this video; Steve English shows you how to restrict editing in a document so that the reviewers can read it but can’t change it.
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Reviewing a Document
When you're reviewing a document; Microsoft Word 2010 enables you to mark up your edits using track changes and to insert comments. In this video; Steve English uses the Track Changes feature to review text; and the Comments feature to add and delete a comment in a document.
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Save a Word Document
The Save As feature of Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to save your files in the format and location that you want. In this video; Steve English explores the various formats available and the purpose each one serves.
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Sort a Table
The Sort function in Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to sort content by columns and in ascending and descending orders. In this video; Steve English shows how to sort a table with a header row.
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Undo and Redo
The Undo and Redo commands in the Quick Access Toolbar of Microsoft Word 2010 are useful for correcting the mistakes you make while editing your document. In this video; Steve English explains how you can use these commands to step back and forth through a series of changes.
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Use the Format Painter
The Format Painter in Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to copy a text format and apply it in multiple places in a document. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how the Format Painter can apply numerous formatting changes spread across various groups in the Home and Page Layout tabs with a single stroke.
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Use the Navigation Pane
The Navigation Pane in Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to move around in your document and locate Word objects and document elements. In this video; Steve English explains how to use this feature to display all instances that match your search and navigate directly to a particular instance.
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Use Word to Take a Screenshot
The Screenshot function in Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to define and capture an area of the screen and place it in your document as an image. In this video; Steve English shows how this feature can save you time on typing and formatting the information you find on the web; such as the contact information of your company.
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Wrap Text
The Wrap Text function in Microsoft Word 2010 allows you to decide how you want the text to flow around a picture in the document. In this video; Steve English demonstrates how to insert and wrap text around a picture and use the various wrap text options.
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Zoom In and Out
In Microsoft Word 2010; you can modify the zoom magnification that displays on-screen. Zooming in shows the page elements in greater detail and zooming out shows a lot of pages at once. In this video; Steve English shows how you can resize your document using Zoom In or Zoom Out.
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Adding Watermarks
The Watermark feature in Microsoft Word 2010 enables you to display transparent text or graphics behind the printed text in a document. You can have it appear on the background of every page or in specific sections. In this video; Steve English uses the Watermark feature to add a watermark to a draft copy of a document.
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Creating Charts
Charts in Microsoft Word 2010 are useful for showing table data in a visual format; such as a graph. In this video; Steve English uses the Chart feature to create a bar chart from a table of data and edit the appearance of the bar chart using different layouts.
