Word Pocket Guide, 2/e

Millions of people use Microsoft Word every day and, chances are, you're one of them. Like most Word users, you've attained a certain level of proficiency--enough to get by, with a few extra tricks and tips--but don't get the opportunity to probe much further into the real power of Word. And Word is so rich in features that regardless of your level of expertise, there's always more to master. If you've ever wanted a quick answer to a nagging question or had the thought that there must be a better way, then the new edition of Word Pocket Guide is just what you need.

Newly updated for Word 2003, this compact book covers Microsoft Word's keyboard shortcuts, user interface, commands, and tasks. Following an overview of fundamental Word concepts, the guide explains how to accomplish specific tasks, such as formatting, spelling, editing, printing, customizing, and more. It also provides reference tables so you can quickly zoom in on the information you need, like keyboard shortcuts, regular expressions, and common file locations. This handy little book makes a perfect quick reference when you want to complete tasks faster without having to plow through a thousand-page tutorial.

Word Pocket Guide, Second Edition is ideal for those making the move to Word 2003. In addition, it covers Word 2002, 2000, and 97. The book includes:

• A brief explanation of how Word works behind the scenes
  
• An extensive guide section for common tasks as well as little-known solutions
  
• Reference tables for keyboard shortcuts, regular expressions, and common file locations

If you're a Word power user, help desk staff, or anyone who wants to use advanced shortcuts or solve problems, Word Pocket Guide, Second Edition is a must-have.

Table of Contents：

    Introduction  


    Conventions Used in This Book  



    Part I: Understanding Word


      The Word Interface  


      Template and Document Files  

                How Templates Are Loaded  

                Tips on Using Templates  


      How a Document Works  


      Formatting  

                Sections  

                Paragraphs  

                Characters  

                Styles  


      Shortcut Menus  


      What Word Tries to Do for You  

                AutoCorrect  

                Smart Cut and Paste  

                Spelling and Grammar  

      The Most Common Word Complaints  



    Part II: Word Tasks


      Working with Files  


      Printing  


      Moving Around in a Document  


      Entering and Editing Text  

                Using AutoText and AutoCorrect  

                Inserting Text and Other Elements  

                Selecting Text  

                Copying and Pasting  


      Formatting  

                Character Formatting  

                Paragraph Formatting  

                Working with Formats and Styles  

                Creating Lists  

                Working with Borders and Background Colors  


      Changing Your View  


      Controlling the Flow of a Document  

                Working with Breaks  

                Columns  

                Headers and Footers  


      Inserting Fields and Reference Items  

                Working with Fields  

                Footnotes and Endnotes  

                Cross-References, Captions, and Bookmarks  

                Tables and Indexes  

                Working with Hyperlinks  


      Inserting Objects  

                Clip Art, Drawings, and Pictures  

                Text Boxes  

                Manipulating Objects  

                Embedding and Linking  


      Working with Tables  


      Spelling and Other Tools  

                Spelling and Grammar  

                Research Services  

                XML  

                Other Tools  

                Hyphenation  

                Letters, Envelopes, and Labels  


      Setting Other Word Options  


      Getting Help  


      Customizing Word  

                Setting General Customization Options  

                Customizing Toolbars and Menus  

                Customizing Keyboard Shortcuts  


      Collaborating  

                Sending Documents to People and Places  

                Using Shared Workspaces  

                Comments  

                Tracking Changes  

                Comparing Documents  


      Using Macros  



    Part III: Word Reference


      Command Reference  


      Native Formats  


      Startup Switches  


      Wildcards and Find Codes  


      Default File Locations  


      Keyboard Shortcuts  



    Part IV: Word Resources


      Internet Sites  


      Word Tools  



      Index