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Use the Right Tools

Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Access have a common set of functions. The Home and Insert Ribbons in each of these programs offers the same basic commands.

 

Each program also has their own power tools: Word Table, Excel Data and PowerPoint Slide Show. These are the tools that go beyond simple point and click. These tools require some thought and planning. With a little practice, you can save 40-75% of the time it takes to complete the task. 1.

 

Reach for the Stars

Microsoft Office is an integrated system. As you become familiar with all of the power tools, you won't need to argue with the computer and waste time on redundant jobs. Make that computer do what it does best: massive processing of repetitive tasks.

 

That will leave more time for you to get a life!

 

1. © 2000 Bhavnani and John, The Strategic Use of Complex Computer Systems

 

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