How to Use Office 2007 Command Tabs
Microsoft has been at the forefront in the development of office productivity software. In the new version of Microsoft Office, the entire user interface has undergone a makeover. One new aspect of Microsoft Office 2007 is the command tab. Using the new command tabs is simple once the basics are understood.
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Instructions
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Open a Microsoft Office application. Click on "Start" on the main operating system menu. From the start menu, choose "Programs" or "All Programs." Next, choose "Microsoft Office" from the programs menu. Finally select the Microsoft Office application from the Office menu.
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Notice the command tabs at the top of the Office application. The default tabs are static unless a person is familiar with XML and comfortable altering the command tabs.
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Click on each "Command Tab" to view the options for each. Each tab has the relevant command option located in the ribbon below the tab.
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Understand that some command tabs will not appear until they are needed. For instance if a picture is inserted in a document the "Format" tab will appear. If the picture is deleted the "Format" tab will disappear.
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Browse the sections on each tab to become familiar with layout of the new version of Microsoft Office.
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Realize that any frequently used function within any command tab can be added to the quick access toolbar by right-clicking the mouse over the tab section. Then select the "Add to Quick Access Toolbar" option. This makes it easier to access common functions without having to find the right command tab.
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