

There are useful tools located all over the document window (including the ribbon, Office button, status bar, and scroll bar). You can find many of them by following your curiosity…take time to click links, tabs, buttons, and icons. Tip #1: Investigate the interfaceMicrosoft Word 2007 is a complex program so it takes time to discover its various features and tools. Don’t wait until two days before a publishing deadline to learn how to use it!įor successful document creation with the least headaches, check out these tips for formatting Microsoft Word. If you are moving from a previous version, it may take a few weeks to get used to the ribbon and find all of your favorite commands. The newest versions of Microsoft Word (20) have a learning curve because of the new ribbon interface. Even if you typically use another word processing program, it is a good idea to learn your way around formatting Word just in case you are required to use it. Increasingly, Microsoft Word is the software of choice by employers, clients, and publishing houses. Many writers spend years honing their craft, but never think to invest time learning how to use software tools. Have you had trouble formatting Microsoft Word? 5 Tips for Formatting Microsoft Wordby Susan Huckle
