Frequently Asked Question
How do I use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint basics?
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📝 Microsoft Word
- New document: Open Word → Blank document (or Ctrl+N)
- Save: Ctrl+S — save early and often!
- Save as PDF: File → Save As → change type to PDF
- Find & Replace: Ctrl+H
- Spell check: F7
📊 Microsoft Excel
- AutoSum: Select a cell below numbers and press Alt+= for a quick total
- Sort data: Click any cell in your data → Data tab → Sort
- Freeze header row: View tab → Freeze Panes → Freeze Top Row
- Format as Table: Select data and press Ctrl+T
📽️ Microsoft PowerPoint
- Start slideshow: F5 (from start) or Shift+F5 (current slide)
- Duplicate a slide: Right-click thumbnail → Duplicate Slide
- Presenter view: Slide Show tab → "Use Presenter View" to see your notes
⌨️ Universal Office Shortcuts
| Shortcut | Action |
|---|---|
| Ctrl+Z | Undo |
| Ctrl+C / Ctrl+V | Copy / Paste |
| Ctrl+B / Ctrl+I | Bold / Italic |
| Ctrl+S | Save |
| Ctrl+P |