objective of
this project
Objective
of this project is for us to know more about Ms Word with its importance in
making a
book.
INTRODUCTION
MS Word is the most popular word
processing software used today. A word processor is essentially a computerized
version of typewriter. However, the computer adds features typewriters never
dreamed of having like spell check the ability to save and store documents,
copy and paste functions, the ability to add images and shapes to documents,
and many more. Another benefit is that it helps the user to type faster and
more accurate.
This software is used to create,
edit, and format written documents in the workplace, at school, and at home.
Examples include personal and formal business letters, resumes, coversheets,
and homework. Intermediate and advanced level knowledge of this software could
lead to job opportunities since
Ms Word is used a lot in the workplace.
How effective is ms word in
creating a book?
Why should we choose ms
word for creating a book?
Ms Word is effective in making a book
because it provides a variety of features that are required to make an
attractive book. Microsoft Word 2013 is an excellent book writing tool -- as
long as you stick to typing text for the book's chapters. It's less than
stellar at handling jobs such as editing cover images and positioning objects
to precise page locations quickly. Don't let those limitations stop you,
because you can actually use Word to write a book, if you don't have other
desktop publishing programs to help you. Microsoft packed a surprising number
of tools into it's word processing application that simplify your writing task
and help you create a book you'll be proud to share with the world.
Features of ms word used for creating a book?
Ø CHECK THE SPELLING – You can correct your spelling errors
all in one go, to ensure you haven’t left any stone unturned. This can be done
by running a full Word spell check from the Review tab, Proofing group,
Spelling and Grammar button (or press the F7 keyboard shortcut).
Ø MAIL MERGE – This feature allows us to send
out bulk emails, but consequently with unique elements. For example, we could
produce a series of labels or envelopes for a large mailing, an email or letter
that includes names and addresses and other details or a ‘directory’.
Ø Find and replace - Word Replace can search for all
occurrences of a particular word, phrase or set of characters and replace them
with an alternative.
Ø WATERMARKS – If you’re sending an important
document or draft sample, you want to be able to protect your content without
having to edit much of it. Insert a watermark specific to your objectives via
the page layout button.
Ø HEADER & FOOTER – It’s important to use the space in
your header and footer to save space in other areas of your document. This also
makes your file have a professional look that can include the page numbers
across the whole document.
Ø Using hyperlinks - One of the best ways to give your Word
document that extra cutting edge is to insert hyperlinks on images and text to
make your document interactive.
Ø SETTING INDENTATION AND
ADJUSTING SPACING BETWEEN LINES AND PARAGRAPHS:
Formatting a paragraph also includes setting indentation and
adjusting the spacing that is to be put in between the lines and paragraphs.
Ø Format painter-You can copy the various paragraph formatting
features such as left/right indentation, alignment and spacing from one place
and apply it to another place by using the FORMAT PAINTER button of Clipboard
group of Home tab.
Ø Word art-WordArt is a text styling utility available in MS
Word application. In MS Word, we can type the text decoratively using the
WordArt feature, which transforms the text into a drawing object.
ØTHESAURUS: A Thesaurus is a software tool included with some
word processors that provides synonyms for selected words on command.
TABLES:
A table presents information in a form that is easy to understand. Table is defined as an
arrangement of information in rows and columns. In MS Word, a table can be used
for representing the text data in tabular form which look much attractive.
Steps to create a booklet
Ø On the PAGE LAYOUT tab, click the icon at
the bottom-right corner of the Page Setup group to pop out
the Page Setup window.
Ø On the Margins tab, under Pages,
change the setting for multiple pages into Book fold. The
orientation automatically changes to Landscape.
Ø To reserve space on the inside fold for binding,
increase the width of the Gutter.
Ø On the Paper tab, select the Paper
size. Keep in mind that the final size of the booklet is one half of the paper
size. Make sure your printer is stocked with paper of the right size.
Ø Click OK. If your document already has content,
the text is formatted automatically, but you might need to adjust objects like
images and tables manually.
Steps to create a book
i. Start Microsoft Word. Click
"File," then "New." Double-click the “Books” file folder on
the “Available Templates” screen. Double-click the “Other books” file folder.
ii. Scroll through the templates.
iii. Highlight the placeholder
information on the first/cover page of the template. Type your own details such
as the book’s title and the author’s name. To delete text from the template,
highlight it and press the “Delete” key on the keyboard.
iv. Add an image to use as your
book cover by clicking the “Insert” tab. Click “Picture.” Browse to the cover
photo or picture and double-click it. This is also the process for adding an
author photo, which you may want to use for the back page of the book.
v. Scroll through the included
pages of the template, which will vary per
template. To start a new page, press the “Ctrl” and “Enter” keys together,
forcing a page break.
vi. Type the beginning of the
book or “Chapter One.” To emphasize a chapter header, highlight the text, click
the “Home” tab and click the “B” icon on the ribbon. You can also enlarge the
header with the “Font size” menu.
vii. Continue typing. As you come
near the bottom of a page, Word automatically inserts a new one into the book.
To force additional page breaks, such as to break the book up into chapters,
continue the “Ctrl” and “Enter” process.
viii. Give your pages numbers by
clicking the “Insert” tab. Click the “Page Number” button’s drop-down menu and
choose the location for the pages. This will add the numbers to all of the
pages; you don’t have to be on page 1 to do so or repeat the process on each
page of the book.
ix. Click the “File” tab. Click
“Save As.” Enter a name for the book and
click the “Save” button.
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