Before I get started on my first document I want to make sure my Word Environment is
set up in a way that allows me to access all the tools and features I use.
In my current view the Ribbon is maximized but if you don't see the Ribbon it means your
Ribbon is minimized.
You can minimize and maximize the Ribbon by right clicking on the Ribbon and selecting
or deselecting the Ribbon from the drop down menu.
Look closely and you will see the Quick Access Toolbar.
If you're not looking closely you may miss it the first time!The Quick Access Toolbar
is separate from the Ribbon and can be used to make certain tools more convenient for
you.
By default it only displays the Save, Undo, and Redo tools.
I personally use more than these three tools so I'm going to add a few things.
There is a tiny arrow that appears beside the toolbar.
If I place my mouse over it, a message displays telling me that I can customize the Quick
Access toolbar.
By clicking on the arrow I see a list of tools I can add.
I want to add New and Spelling and Grammar.
I don't know about you but I like to use the Ruler because it really helps me with formatting.
Just in case the ruler isn't on when you start your document I want to show you how to turn
it on.
If you look to the right side of your screen above the scrollbar you will see the View
Ruler icon.
Simply click on this icon and your ruler appears above your document.
Alright!
Everything looks good to me, I'm ready to work!
Oh wait, there are a few more things that I think are really nice about Word 2007!
In the lower, left corner you will see a Word Count Button that tells you how many words
you've typed in your document.
If you click on the button it will tell you more detailed information.
In the right corner there is a Zoom Slider.
I can use this to zoom in and out of my document.
Ok, now I'm ready to get started!