MS Word, Cut, Copy, and Paste

Drag and Drop Method

a method of copying that involves selecting the text or object and then dragging it to the desired location and releasing the mouse button

AutoFormat Feature

automatically changes text entered into the correct format

Automatic Spell Check

on while you are typing; points out misspelled words by placing a red squiggly line underneath them

Copying

this process allows you to select an object or text, make an exact replica of it and use it in a different location without disturbing the original selection

Cutting

this process consists of selecting an object or text and removing it from its current location, placing it on the clipboard and relocating it to another location

Select Text

to choose a portion of the text by highlighting it

AutoCorrect Tool

works by automatically making corrections to your document; such as correcting common capitalization, spelling, grammar and typing errors

AutoComplete

a feature that helps you quickly enter calendar terms such as the names of months and days of the week more quickly

Grammar Check

proofreading tool which is automatically completed; identifies grammar problems by placing a green squiggly line underneath them

Non-contiguous Selection

selecting certain portions of a document without selecting the entire document; can be completed by holding down the control key while you select the portions of the document you need

Formatting

the act of customizing a document to fit your needs by adjusting pieces of the document such as text, page layout and design

Margins

the blank areas around the sides of a page

Page Breaks

the divisions between the pages of a document

Hanging Indent

the first line of text is not indented, but the lines beneath it are

Alignment

the position of the text between the margins

Indent

the space between the margin and where the text begins