Word Basics

Create professional documents and work efficiently with Microsoft Word

In this introductory training, participants learn how to use Microsoft Word confidently. They discover how to enter, edit, and format text to create appealing and error‑free documents. In addition, they are introduced to essential layout and structuring features that enable professional document design. Practical tips and time‑saving techniques help make everyday work with Word more efficient.

Your Benefits

• Work confidently with Word’s modern features
• Save time by using formatting and document templates effectively
• Create professional, brand‑compliant documents
• Learn tips that make your daily text work significantly more efficient

Course Contents

Interface & Settings

• Customize the user interface, ribbon, and toolbars
• Configure the Quick Access Toolbar
• Use modern views and the Office 365 start screen

Text Entry & Editing

• Enter, correct, move, and copy text confidently
• Work efficiently with formatting marks and AutoCorrect
• Search, replace, and navigate through long documents

Formatting & Structuring

• Apply character and paragraph formatting professionally
• Use and customize styles
• Insert page numbers, headers & footers, sections, and layout options

Tables & Layout Design

• Create, extend, and format tables
• Use table and design templates
• Insert graphic elements, SmartArt, and images

Printing & Sharing

• Use print preview and printing options
• Export documents or share them in the cloud
• Collaborate in real time with Microsoft 365

Prerequisites

Basic knowledge of the Windows interface is helpful.

Target Audience

Users who want to learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Word or strengthen and expand their self‑taught knowledge.