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Office 2007 HelpGet Microsoft Word help here at Word Tips! This is where you can discover how to use Microsoft Office Word 2007.

What is the docx file extension, the Office 2007 ribbon, or the mysterious office button?

Find answers here!

Whether you are deciding to buy it, already own it, or you use it at work, here you will find useful:

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  • tutorials
  • shortcuts
  • articles
  • reviews

I'm constantly adding and updating information on this site to help you get up to speed!

How to Use This Site

Hi, I'm Sue Huckle, a freelance technical writer. I started using Microsoft Word in 1994—with version 6.0. I have to admit, even though I consider myself a power user, I felt lost the first time I opened version 2007!

The Office 2007 Ribbon: the home tab

 The Ribbon: Where did the menus go? You may feel lost the first time you see the ribbon!

Thankfully, I was not under pressure to figure it out in an hour to complete a document project...

But if that's why you're here, then you need to find Microsoft Word help fast! Word-Tips are short tutorials you can finish in just a few minutes so you can get the help you need then get back to work.

Scan the links at the bottom of the page to help you find tips, tutorials, articles, or reviews, or select a general category from the navigation menu. If you can't find the information you need, why not submit your question to the Microsoft Word Q&A?

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Make Word Work for You!

I think people who say, "I HATE Word!" say that because they can't make it do what they want it to do. That's why I started this website.

I want you to discover how to use the powerful new features, timesavers, and shortcuts so you can be more productive.

The mini-toolbar puts formattiong options right at your finger-tips

The Mini-toolbar: Now formatting options are right at your finger-tips!

Once you know how to make it work for YOU,
I think you'll enjoy using Microsoft Office Word 2007!


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Microsoft Word Downloads
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Microsoft Office Word 2007 -- Microsoft Software Review
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Word to PDF Converter
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Microsoft Word Update
Keep Word 2007 running smoothly by regularly running Microsoft Word update. Here's how.

Starting a Home Business Using Microsoft Word
Nothing is more exciting than starting a home business! Get ideas about home-based businesses you can start using a computer and Microsoft Word.

What are docm Files?
Have you received a docm file and don't know what it is? This article explains what docm files are and how to open them.

About docx Files
You may wonder why Word 2007 documents have a new file extension, docx. So what's with the X?

Easily Convert Word to PDF
One of the best new features in version 2007 is the ability to convert Word to PDF. This article shows you how and includes tips for publishing the best quality PDF files.

Convert docx to doc files
Convert docx to doc to share business files with users of older versions of Word. How to check for compatibility problems and run the docx converter.

Open dotx and dotm files
Dotx and dotm files are great timesavers! This article shows you how to open, edit, and save these template files.

Microsoft Word 2007 Training
Forget tech support! Get Microsoft Word 2007 training so you can do-it-yourself!

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Clear All Formatting
If your formatting changes don't work in Word 2007, there is a way to clear all formatting so you can reformat and make your changes stick.

Word 2007 Help..."Where in the heck is it?"
If you can’t Microsoft Word 2007 Help menu, this Word Tip will lead you in the right direction!

How To Access Auto Summarize
Can't figure out how to access the Auto Summarize feature in Microsoft Word 2007? Read this Word Tip to find it fast!

Help About Microsoft Word -- Finding it in Word 2007
Now that the Help menu is gone, where do you find help About Microsoft Word in Word 2007? It takes a little digging to find it!

How to Open docx Files without Word 2007
Do you need to open docx files but don't own Word 2007? This tip shows you how to open docx files, whether you own a previous version, or don't own it at all.

Microsoft Word Download - Free Trial - Help
Free Microsoft Word download with the Microsoft Word 2007 free trial. Get help determining system requirements and specifications. Download links.

Word Add-in for Creative Commons Licensing
Do you publish documents using Creative Commons licensing? If so, download the Word add-in for Creative Commons which allows you to embed CC licensing into your Office 2007 documents.

Small Business Forms and Documents --Tips for Startups
When starting a small business, forms and documents should be included in your plans. Includes lists of forms you need and tools to create your own.

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If you have searched high and low and can't find the answer to your Microsoft Word questions, ask them here! Your questions answered online.

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Microsoft Windows 7 is here! Will Word 2007 work with the new operating system? Read about compatibility issues.

Document Formatting with Microsoft Word
Use Microsoft Word document formatting techniques to create professional documents. Includes formatting documents with Word 2007 themes and styles.

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