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lesson 1 vocabulary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Backstage view | A tool that offers quick access to commands for performing many file management tasks, all displayed in a single navigation pane that can be customized to meet users' needs. |
| Block style | A formatting style that alligns text along the margin. |
| Command | An instruction the user gives word by clicking a button or entering information into a command box. |
| Dialog box | A box that displays additional options or information you can use to execute commands. |
| Dialog box launcher | A small arrow in the lower-right corner of the group. |
| Groups | Collection of Word related commands. |
| I-beam | The large "I" created when users place the cursor near the insertion point. |
| Insertion point | The blinking point at the upper-left side of the document where you will continue creating your text. |
| Menu | A list of options. |
| Mixed punctuation | A style that requires a colon after the salutation and a comma after the closing. |
| Nonprinting characters | Symbols for certain formatting commands that can help users create and edit documents. |
| Open punctuation | A style that requires no punctuation after the salutation or the closing. |
| Preview | A tool that enables users to visually check your document for errors before printing |
| To send a document to a printer | |
| Quick access toolbar | An instruction user gives Word by clicking a button or entering information into a command box. |
| Repeat | A command that repeats a user's last action. |
| Ribbon | A tool that is divided into eight that contain groups. |
| Save | A button in the Quick Access Toolbar that saves an existing document |
| Save as | A dialog box that will save a document in a specific format. |
| Settings | An option that enables users to set document properties. |
| Tabs | Eight areas of activity on the Ribbon that contain groups or collections of related Word commands. |
| Template | A master document with predefined page layout, fonts, margins, and styles is used to create new documents that will share the same basic formatting. |
| Undo | A command that allows users to cancel or undo their last command or action. |
| White space | A space between pages in a document. |
| Word wrap | The tool automatically wraps text to the next line as it reaches the right margin. |