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How to Use a Custom Style in Word 2003

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You can create and use a custom style in Word 2003 to change entire sections of documents. Once you have chosen a custom style, you can access it just as you would any of the predefined styles on the formatting list... more »

How to Use Endnotes in Microsoft Word

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Microsoft Word contains many useful automated features, one of which is the ability to generate endnotes automatically. Endnotes are similar to footnotes, but instead of being displayed at the bottom of each page on which they appear, they are ... more »

How to Use Google to Search for Microsoft Word Documents

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Google gives you the option of keywords searching in various formats. One such option is a Microsoft Word or .doc document. Here’s how you can use Google to search for Microsoft Word documents... more »

How to Use Macros in Microsoft Word

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If you use Microsoft Word very often at home or work, you can make your everyday tasks much easier by creating shortcuts you can use every time you want to repeat a certain task. To do so, you will use a Word feature called "Macros.".. more »

How to Use Microsoft Word

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Some of the features on Microsoft Word can be utilized on a regular basis for faster, smoother usage... more »

How to Use the Format Menu in Microsoft Word

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The "Format" menu in Microsoft Word is used to change the layout and appearance of your text. Taking the time to format your words ensures that someone won't pass by your writing because it looks too boring; it will also give your work a ... more »

How to Use the Spell Checker in Word 2003

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A spell checker can be an editor’s best friend, but don’t rely on it completely. Like all tools, a spell checker can be fallible. Here's how to derive maximum benefit from the feature... more »

How to Use the WordArt Feature in Microsoft Word

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The WordArt feature in Microsoft Word allows you to create large, colorful words or phrases in a variety of styles and colors. Using WordArt adds pizazz to a document and calls attention to certain sections. Follow the steps below use the WordArt ... more »

How to Use Word Processing Software

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Word processing software can be used for numerous tasks. It is not necessary to purchase Microsoft Word; there are many other programs that will do the job. Here are some of the reasons to use word processing software... more »

How to Wrap Text Around a Picture in Word 2003

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Microsoft Word 2003 has a feature in place to make sure the pictures you put in your document fit in line with the text you type. Wrapping text will make the picture you select fit seamlessly, as it uses the image as an anchor point on the page ... more »

How to Accept or Reject Tracked Changes to a Document in Word 2003

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Tracked changes in Word 2003 are like a professor's handwritten comments on a term paper. You can use it to electronically review and edit any Word document. Here's how to accept or reject the changes... more »

How to Add a Box Around Selected Text in Word

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A field code in Microsoft Word 2003 can be used to quickly add a box around selected text within your Word document. This is an easy way to add emphasis to a word or phrase and saves you time from having to use the menus to add a border. Follow ... more »

How to Add a Dynamic Total in Word

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If you have a Microsoft Word 2003 document that contains amounts you want to total, you have several options for how to do this. If those amounts are going to change at some point, then the best option is to set up a dynamic total to sum those ... more »

How to Add a Gradient Background to a Document in Word 2003

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With a few clicks you can add a gradient background to a document in Word 2003 and change boring black and white into vivid color. Gradient backgrounds mix one color into another as the effect is applied to the page. The result is a striking ... more »

How to Add and Remove Line Spacing on MS Word

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The video is for the second half of this ehow. If you want to just format a Word document to add or remove line spacing as a 'look' and not really remove the actual lines or if you really want to remove the lines permanently I include that ... more »

How to Add Borders to a Table in Word 2003

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Borders can give the tables you create in Microsoft Word 2003 a more professional look. By increasing the width of the line, adding two or even three lines, the table will stand out, giving you a better design. Here are a few simple steps showing ... more »

How to Add Captions in Microsoft Word

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When you add an object such as an image, table, figure or chart to a Microsoft Word document, you may find it necessary to add a caption to the object. A caption can be used to explain what the object is or provide a reference name (such as ... more »

How to Add Clip Art to OpenOffice

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OpenOffice applications come with a wide selection of clip art that you can insert into a file. If you would like to add additional clip art into OpenOffice, you can do this easily. The steps below will tell you how you can add your saved clip ... more »

How to Add Columns to a Document in Word 2003

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You do not need expensive desktop publishing software to produce newsletters and brochures through your own computer. Microsoft Word 2003 has an easy format in place to create the same look as more complicated software, but with an affordable ... more »

How to Add Footnotes to Text in a Word Processing Program

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Most of us have had to type academic papers for high school or college. In addition to school, some professions require reports that must be carefully documented and referenced. Footnotes are the accepted way to cite references in formal papers. ... more »

How to Add Headers and Footers to a Document in Word 2003

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Add headers and footers to a document in Word 2003 to automatically include page numbers, author names or running heads without disrupting your format or layout. Just follow these steps... more »

How to Add Music to a Microsoft Word Document

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Have you ever wanted to add music to a Microsoft Word Document? You can. Here's how... more »

How to Add Numbers in a Microsoft Word Table

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Ever wish you could add numbers in a Microsoft Word document using a formula? Well, you can: Using the SUM function in a table is a snap. So put away your calculator and let Word do all the work... more »

How to Add Shading to a Table in Word 2003

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Make the contents of your table more interesting and easy to understand by adding shading to certain cells. It is a simple feature in Microsoft Word 2003, and it allows you to customize the shading in your table to suit the information you are ... more »

How to Add Shading to Microsoft Word Tables

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You can add dimension and ease of use to tables by adding shading (gray or color) to individual columns, rows, cells or the entire table. These instructions are for Microsoft Word 97 or 98... more »

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