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Microsoft Word is one of the most popular word processing programs on the market. Since Microsoft first offered Word, in 1983, the program has gone through several reincarnations. The most recent, Word 2010, is discussed here.

Here I will highlight some of the most important features of the “Ribbon” giving you the most basic tips that will get you started with Word 2010.

Each tip is accompanied by a screen shot to help you see what is being addressed.

Learning the basics will help you create professional work while saving you time and frustration.

This is the Ribbon! 

Check out how to add or remove custom tabs to the Ribbon!

The Ribbon, a set of tools at the top of each Word document, was first introduced by Microsoft in 2007. The Ribbon holds the commands needed to execute various jobs. It is comprised of multiple tabs and within each main tab are related subgroups and additional commands. In the bottom right hand corner of some subgroups you will see a tiny arrow pointing down and to the right. If you click on that arrow you will see even more options.

The main Ribbon is split into eight main groups. They include:

File, Home, Insert, Page Layout, References, Mailings, Review and View

I’ve color coded this things here to help you understand the tabs and subgroups.

Red represents the main tabs that run along the top of the Ribbon.

Blue represents the subgroups at the bottom of the Ribbon.

Green represents the individual commands within each subgroup.

Get to know the Ribbon here!