Lynda.COM Migrating from Word 2003 to Word 2010

Author:
David Rivers

Duration:
01h 01m

Released on:
8/11/2010

Exercise files:
Yes

Software works on:
Windows only


In Migrating from Word 2003 to Word 2010, David Rivers walks through the switch to Word 2010 and the key differences users need to understand, including the Ribbon interface and changed file formats. This course provides in-depth information on working in a mixed Word environment and dealing with file compatibility issues, and also demonstrates how common Word tasks are performed in Word 2010 in comparison to Word 2003. Exercise files accompany the course.
Topics include:

    Comparing the Word 2003 and 2010 interfaces
    Exploring the new Ribbon and Backstage view
    Searching for content with the Navigation pane
    Working in a mixed Word environment
    Dealing with file compatibility issues
    Changing the default file format
    Using keyboard shortcuts
    Understanding Compatibility Mode
    Inserting screen clips
    Creating documents with building blocks
    Converting documents to PDF and XPS files




Introduction
Welcome           01m 05s
Using the exercise files           00m 53s

1. Getting Started
Understanding the reasons to switch           01m 50s
Exploring the new Ribbon and Backstage view           03m 20s
Controlling Word 2010 with keyboard shortcuts           04m 42s
Understanding the new file formats           04m 13s

2. Using Word 2003 and Word 2010 in a Mixed Environment
Saving Word 2010 files in the Word 97-2003 file format           04m 35s
Changing the default file format in Word 2010           02m 08s
Managing Word 2003 files in Compatibility Mode           05m 36s
Working in protected mode           01m 48s
Opening Word 2010 files in Word 2003           02m 34s
Best practices for managing files in a mixed environment           01m 33s

3. Performing Common Word 2003 Tasks in Word 2010
Inserting screen clips           02m 30s
Customizing the Quick Access toolbar           04m 20s
Creating documents with building blocks           07m 01s
Translating text on the fly           03m 02s
Formatting with the Mini toolbar           01m 55s
Converting Word documents to PDF and XPS           03m 09s
Searching for content using the Navigation pane           04m 44s

Conclusion
Goodbye           00m 23s