Basic Word Processing Flashcards
What are some examples of Word Processing documents?
- Letters
- Memorandums
- Faxes
- Reports
What is Word Processing?
software that is designed for the entry, editing, and printing of documents
What happens when you view a document with web page?
Looks much like normal view but is saved in a different format (html file)
What happens when you view a document with outline?
Looks much like normal view but includes various levels indicating indentions and tabs
When saving a document always…
Save in a familiar location
When saving a document be sure to…
Name your file appropriately
When saving a document file names are…
Followed by a period and a three letter expansion
When should you use “Save As”?
When saving a new document
When should you use “Save”?
When updating an existing document
When saving a document be sure to make…
A backup copy
Microsoft Word is equipped with…
Many features that allow a user to easily edit (modify)
What are some examples of editing features?
- Cut/paste
- Copy
- Insert
- Delete
- Backspace
Before printing a final draft be sure to…
Proofread
What are three things you should do when proofreading?
- Read over the document again
- Ask a neighbor to proofread
- Use the spelling/grammar check
After proofreading…
Resave and print
Font
A group of characters with similar appearance
Font Attributes
Additions that enhance your font for emphasis
Font Size
The size of characters
Type Face
A set of characters with a common style and design
Bold/boldface
A formatting option that makes selected words print darker than normal
Italics
Characters are evenly slanted toward the right
Subscript
Text that has been lowered vertically
Superscript
Text that has been raised horizontally
Underline
A horizontal line that is place beneath characters
Border
A frame surrounds pictures or text
Bulleted List
A list of key points each preceded by a symbol for emphasis
Hanging Indent
All lines except the first line are indented
Indent
Insetting text from one of the margins
Alignment
The way lines of text are arranged
Full justified
Lines of text are both left and right aligned
Left justification
Alignment that allows a document to have an even left side
Right Justification
Alignment that allows a document to have an even right side
Center Justification
A feature when activated will align the text horizontally on a line
Line Spacing
The amount of space between lines in a document
Ex. Single, double, triple space, etc.
Page Break
Indicates that the maximum number of lines have been keyed on a page and a new page is beginning
Hardbreak
Created by the user
Softbreak
Created by the word processing program
Tab Key
Allows the user to move the cursor a predetermined number of spaces
Widow/Orphan Protection
Feature that will prevent widow/orphan lines in a document
Orphan
First line of a paragraph at the bottom of a page
Widow
Last line of a paragraph at the top of a page
Margins
Space around the edges of a page
Page Orientation
Direction a document is printed
Headers
Repetitive text located at the top margin
Endnotes
References used to credit the source of information
Footers
References text located at the bottom margin
Footnotes
References used to credit the source of information or add explanations
What are Word Processing Tools?
Features that can be used to enhance the accuracy of a document
What are some examples of word processing tools?
- Spell Checker
- Grammar Checker
- Thesaurus
- Help - type in questions
- Comments
What is the word processing tool comments?
Notes added to a document
What are the three steps to add comments?
- Select the text or item you want to click at the end of the text
- On the insert menu, click comment
- Type the comment text in the comment balloon
What do track changes do?
Mark changes and keep track of changes made by reviewers
Who are reviewers?
Person who adds comments
What are graphics?
Images that enhance a document or publication
What are some examples of graphics?
- Clip Art
- Word Art
- Scanned Pictures
Graphics can be…
- Inserted into a document
- Moved around the page
- Resized
- Formatted to make the picture brighter or sharper
Graphics can be edited by using…
- MS word
- Paint Program
- Specialized Software
What is a one page flyer?
A document that informs the public about local happenings or events taking place
What can word be used for?
Basic desktop publishing
What are some examples of one page flyers?
- Invitations
- Upcoming events
- Yard Sale