Creating, Opening, & Saving Documents in Word 2010 for Windows

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• 1.  Creating & opening a document in Word 2010 (Windows)
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  If you want to use Word 2010, you're going to need to know how to create or open a document. The method you use will depend on whether you are creating a new document or opening an existing one. FREE ACCESS
• 2.  Using document templates in Word 2010 for Windows
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  Word 2010's templates are very useful if you do not have the time to create your own document. Templates come pre-formatted, allowing you to simply fill in the details. FREE ACCESS
• 3.  Creating & editing a document template in Word 2010 for Windows
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  If you often work on similarly-structured documents, you may find it useful to create your own template. Once you have created a base document in Word 2010, it is very easy to save it in a template format which can be used again and again. FREE ACCESS
• 4.  Saving your document in Word 2010 for Windows
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  A key function in Word 2010 is the save function. This enables you to save your progress on a document and return to it later. The first time that you save a document, you will be required to insert the file's location, name and format on your computer. Once you have saved your document, you can decide whether you want to continue to overwrite your existing save file every time you make a change or whether to create an entirely new save file. FREE ACCESS
• 5.  Saving your document as a PDF in Word 2010 for Windows
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  A PDF file displays your document as it would appear if it were printed out. If you want to share your document with another user but that individual does not have Word 2010, you can export your document as a PDF. PDF is a popular file format because it can be used across multiple platforms and operating systems. It is also difficult to modify a PDF's contents, which makes it a useful format for protecting your document. FREE ACCESS
• 6.  Recovering a previous version of your document in Word 2010 for Windows
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  If your computer crashed and you did not have the time to save your document, Word 2010 might be able to help. When you reopen Word, you may be able to open automatic backup files that have been created. This is very useful if you want to recover an older version of your document. FREE ACCESS
• 7.  Preparing to print your document in Word 2010 for Windows
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  Before printing your work, it is always a good idea to check your page layout settings. Word 2010 features a number of different tools that can help you to do this. These tools will help you change your margin settings, your page orientation and the type of paper you print on. FREE ACCESS
• 8.  Printing your document in Word 2010 for Windows
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  Once you have finished your work, you can use Word 2010 to print out a hard copy. To do this, you will need to know how to modify the print settings, including the page range, the number of copies, and the paper type. FREE ACCESS
• 9.  Accessing your document statistics in Word 2010 for Windows
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  The Word 2010 statistics are extremely useful if you want to see technical information relating to your document. This can include your word count, the number of lines in your document, and even the number of characters. You can even visualize localized statistics relating to specific areas in your document. FREE ACCESS
• 10.  Checking your document for compatibility issues in Word 2010 for Windows
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  Before sharing your document with anyone, it is recommended that you run Word 2010's issue checkers, which make sure that your document is compatible with older versions of Word 2010. FREE ACCESS
• 11.  Creating an accessible document in Word 2010 for Windows
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  Before sharing your document, it is a good idea to make sure that it is accessible. This involves using Word 2010 to check for any items or settings that might make the document difficult to read or use for certain individuals. FREE ACCESS
• 12.  Protecting your document in Word 2010 for Windows
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  If you are sharing your document with other users, you may find it useful to know how to apply additional security measures. In Word 2010, you can activate read-only mode for your document and you can even lock your document by using a password. FREE ACCESS
• 13.  Adjusting your document's protection settings in Word 2010 for Windows
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  Once you have applied security measures to protect your document, you can adjust the settings in order to allow users the level of access and editing rights you deem appropriate. FREE ACCESS