Microsoft Word 2007: Basic discussion on Ribbons and Tabs
Posted: Thursday, September 02, 2010
by James Banner
The ribbon on the top of the screen in Microsoft Word 2007 is somewhat more helpful than previous version. Although most of us are more familiar with 2003 version the new version has its perks. For the most part, the ribbon is sort of the warehouse for functionality. Within the ribbon are tabs that produce different types of outcomes. If you want to edit something try the Home or Review tab or both. If you want to insert a picture go for the Insert tab and so on. I will explain in my own opinion what each tab can do briefly.
If you're into pictures, graphs, symbols, and literary works then you're going to spend some time on the Insert tab.
The Page Layout tab is self explanatory. It does what it says by helping you set up your pages for printing. You can choose a variety of options such as changing margins, adding watermarks, or using indention.
To add that endnote, footnote, or create a style APA or MLA, for your files then why not jump over to the References tab.
On the Mailings tab, it refers to setting up envelopes, labels, and mainly merging documents. You can edit recipients' information as well.
Drum roll please? The Review tab is a lifesaver with editing documents, track changes, comparing and protecting documents. I bet you a hundred dollars that everyone who works with Word will use this tab.
If you want to see your entire document page by page on one screen or see a single page blown up 200%, then yes you've come to the View tab. "View tab come on down. You're the next contestant on the Price is Right." I used to watch that show when I was kid. Loved it, but back to the article. Zooming in and out of your document is essential to getting it the way you want it.
With the Add Ins tab you can add media to your documents or create a custom toolbar of your own. I am not too familiar with this tab.
The Acrobat tab helps convert your document into pdfs utilizing the acrobat options: create PDF, mail merges if you have several pdf files and reviewing it all in Word. Isn't it great!
So now that you have all the basic tools to get started go for it. I have worked with it for some time now and have become more efficient in it as time permits. Take care and use the home row keys when typing. Thanks.
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More commentsVery nice James, and written at a speed that even this old fart could understand. hehe Unless your photo belies your age, I would have thought "The Price Is Right" was a little before your time. Guess that's why God made reruns, huh? Word, is really cool. Use Open Office a little myself, but I preferred the little less costly versions myself that do a lot, not all, of the same things Word does. Guess the price was right. :-) Thanks for a very good article. Have a great day.Yes, I watched the reruns were as just as entertaining. Bob Hope was an outstanding host! And then Little House on Prairie would come on following Gunsmoke. Yes, Word is a good tool to have around. Most businesses use Word, Excel, Office, and sometimes Access, but rarely these days I've used Access.
Thank you for sharing.I use Adobe Acrobat 9 which encapsulates the video and animation in PDF format supports the mapping and 3D images.Adobe Acrobat Pro Extended is a great upgrade from version 7.0 Pro. This product makes the forms quick and easy. Very little editing required.It looks like you know your Adobe. I should be getting lessons from you. I also use Adobe Photoshop Elements to create collages of pictures, which is in the Adobe family.
Very nice article...and its very informative which we always look for in an article. Keep it up..Thanks for commenting. I try to use lamen terms so I won't confuse the average reader.
I've been using Microsoft XP, which seems to have pretty much the same functions, but I've never noticed them much! Some of these options look really interesting. Thanks for the info, James, and for an easy read.I have Windows Visa at home and it has it's up and downs. I like the glossy futuristic look of it though.
Sounds like I need an upgrade - my 2003 model has nothing like this that I can see - thank you for an informative post :)No problem. Glad I could help. :o)
My computer and Office is now 5 years old and I still think it is NEW - heaven forbid that we should purchase a newer one and have to learn all the ins and outs again - I am still most familiar with my Office 1998 version ...thanks for the warnings here - GRIN!I am glad that I wrote this article. It seems that if most people aren't fully aware of the new changes Microsoft has made. Wait until you see the 2010 version. There are also some helpful tips on the Microsoft website if you're unfamiliar with 2007.
Hi James.Sounds great, but I'm an old horse and I'll probably just stick with Microsoft Office 2003. I know it very well by now and besides, can't really afford to replace it. Great article, though.Hugs, DianneNo problem. It's good to stick with what you know sometimes. Also, it's good to at least know that 2007 and upcoming 2010 is around the corner. :o)
Thanks a lot for sharing. Despite the fact that I knew those things, they are really useful for people, who do not know them...You're absolutely right. I know all of this and more, but tried to simplify it as best as I could. Thanks for sharing. :o)
Interesting and helpful information- Thanks - Always- EllaYour welcome. I am always glad to help.
Good information in this article, thanks for sharing.No problem. I always wonder where do I find the time to research all this stuff.
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