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Microsoft Word Tips, Tricks And Techniques

Explore Word’s top tools and undiscovered features and apply them in a business or real-world setting
Smarter, Save Time and Increase Productivity

Despite the many alternatives that are out there, Microsoft Word remains one of the most popular word processors available.

Such a popular tool should be easy to master, right?

But no – there are some quirky things that Microsoft Word does frustrate people daily. Most of us don’t have time to discover all the ins and outs of the software we use daily. And there are other things that you want Word to do that can seem impossible to those who aren’t well acquainted with the program’s intricacies. Countless hours can quickly swirl down the drain if you get stuck trying to figure out how to describe the problem so you can search for an answer.

But sometimes, just a few little tricks can make a big difference. Turning off an annoying feature, learning a keyboard trick that bypasses three dialogue boxes, or taking advantage of an obscure option can save you a few headaches and time wasted.

Have you ever thought of the following?

  • How to set all new documents font to Arial 12 instead of Calibri 11?
  • How to set all new documents paragraph alignment to Justify instead of Left align?
  • How to get rid of those extra spaces for all my new documents whenever you press the Enter key?
  • How awesome if I can insert my signature block into the document rather than type the whole signature block myself?
  • How awesome if I can have different headers and footers in one document?
  • How awesome if I can have different page orientations in one document?
  • How awesome if I can select text vertically rather than horizontally?
  • Can I integrate other Microsoft Office documents, like Excel Spreadsheet, in my Word document so that I can print them together as one document?

The above questions have been asked by many people. These are just some of the questions being asked. If you are one of the people who have asked any of the above questions, then this course is for you.

 

Course Objectives
  • How to make general settings as default for all new documents
  • How to create automation without having to record macro
  • How to speed up selection on text, paragraph, images, etc.
  • How to customize the dictionary
  • Formatting tips and tricks
  • How to reposition and wrapping images and tables within paragraph
  • How to insert sections to have different headers & footers, and different page orientations
  • How to integrate with other Microsoft Office document into Word document
  • Many tips and techniques in this course
  • Mail merge techniques
Course Outline
  • Set application & document defaults
  • Adding automation without recording macro
  • Selection tips and techniques
  • Customizing spell check dictionary
  • Formatting tips and tricks
  • Reposition pictures and tables
  • Working with sections for creating different header & footer and page orientation
  • Working with OLE (Object Linking & Embedding)
  • Mail merge techniques
Facilitation Approach For Learning

This is a one-day hands-on course.

The trainer will walk through the topic step-by-step. You will be provided with exercise files on every topic to effectively apply the tips and techniques taught. A short Q & A session will be available after each topic.

Who Should Attend
  • Anyone who use Microsoft Word, such as
    • Salespeople
    • Human resource
    • Marketing & communication
    • Finance
    • Business
    • Educator
    • Lawyer
    • Administrator
    • Student
    • and more…
  • Anyone who requires doing documentation.
Things to bring during the course
  • A laptop (preferable your personal laptop)
  • Laptop power adaptor
  • A USB mouse
  • Software requirement:
    • Microsoft Word 2010 – 2019 or Office 365
About The Trainer

Mr Alaster Leong

Having trained adult learners specialising in IT from both public and private sectors since 1986, Alaster has a wealth of experience in training. Before moving into the training sector, Alaster worked in IT for over 12 years – boasting a wide range of roles held within software development. Prior to being approved by the People’s Association (PA), Alaster was an Associate Trainer with the Civil Service College.

Besides holding a Diploma in IT, Alaster also holds a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certification and specialises in training Microsoft Office Applications and Adobe Photoshop.

With his vast experience and commitment to keeping abreast with emerging trends, tools and technologies within the IT and software industry, Alaster is extensively involved in developing course outlines and materials that equip learners with up-and-coming skills in demand for the future of work.

In constantly exploring innovative and effective methods of imparting knowledge, Alaster is able to engage his learners in the courses he conducts. A large part of his training is committed to providing practical solutions to real-life problems. An approachable and engaging trainer, Alaster is always willing to aid his learners in overcoming various problems using the skills acquired even after courses. Well-known and liked for his dedication, commitment, and passion for training, Alaster is appreciated by his learners.