Term | Definition |
word processing | a program used to create, edit, and print documents |
edit | to change, improve, or rewrite a document |
proofread | to check a document for spelling, grammar, and puntuation to see if everything makes sense |
cut | to remove data from one area and store it so that it can be placed to a different location |
copy | to duplicate data from one location to another |
paste | to place copied or cut text or graphics to a different location |
synonym | words that have similar meanings |
format | way the text looks |
font | shape of letters, numbers, and other characters |
orientation | direction of the page or paper your will print on |
alignment | whether the text is lined up on the left, right, center, or across the page |
bulleted list | insert dots called bullets before each item |
numbered list | inserts a number before each item |
magin | space around the sides, top, and bottom of the paper |
default | setting that computer automatically selects unless you change it |
tab | set distance for moving the insertion point |
indent | determines the distance of a paragraph for either the left or right margin |
quotation | exact words someone else wrote or said |
header | shows information at the top of each word |
footer | shows information at the bottom of each page |
citation | detailed information about each source |
title page | seperate page at beginning of a report or research paper |
desktop publishing | allow you to use text, graphics, photographs, and other features to creat newsletters, brosures, webpages, and similar documents |
WordArt | feature on Microsoft word that allows you to create colorful, eye-catching text by making your letters or words and changing them into a picture or graphics |
table | grid or rows and columns that organize complex information so it is easy to find and understand |
column | the information that arranged vertically in the table |
row | information arranged horizontally in the table |
cell | where columns and rows cross |