Microsoft Word In 30 Minutes (Second Edition): Make a bigger impact with your documents and master the writing, formatting, and collaboration tools in Word 2019 and Word Online

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New guide to Word 2019 and Word Online!

How good are your Microsoft Word skills? In 30 minutes, author Angela Rose will show you how to become a power user of Word 2019 for Windows and macOS. Even if you have used MS Word in the past, this guide will demonstrate tools and time-saving tips that will help you make a bigger impact when writing letters, reports, essays, resumes, manuscripts, and other documents. Microsoft Word In 30 Minutes also covers Word Online, Microsoft’s free (but limited) online alternative.

What’s insideMS Word interface basics, from Backstage View to the RibbonOffice 365 subscriptions and OneDriveMicrosoft Word display options for individual documentsHow to work with multiple windows in Microsoft WordUsing .docx, .doc, .txt, PDF, and other file formats in Word 2019 and Word OnlineLocating recovered files after a crashPrinting documents, envelopes, and labels from MS WordHow to format text using the Word toolbarHow to format Word documents using styles, themes, and style setsCreating Word documents with professional-quality templates How to create tables and charts in Microsoft WordAdding images, video, and hyperlinks to a .docx fileHow to automatically create a table of contents in Microsoft WordAdding footnotes, endnotes, citations, a bibliography, and an index to MS WordWord 2019 and Word Online spelling, tracking, and review toolsCollaboration features in Word, from comments to live collaborationHow to protect your Word document

There are lots of examples, screenshots, and offbeat anecdotes from the author. Whether you are new to MS Word, or want to familiarize yourself with the new features and interface of Word 2019 compared to older versions (Word 2013, Word 2010, Word 2007, Word 2003, etc.), Microsoft Word In 30 Minutes is a great guide.

About the author

Angela Rose is a writer and B2C marketing strategist based in Colorado. When she’s not removing cats from her keyboard, you can find Angela searching for the perfect taco, running 5Ks, whipping up original pastry recipes, and hiking the Colorado Mountains with her photographer husband. Angela is also the author of LinkedIn In 30 Minutes (2nd Edition).

What readers are saying

“I did read the book in about thirty minutes, and even learned more than a few things I’d been doing wrong! Images and I have never gotten along in Word. And, I can now insert a chart or modify a table in minutes!”

“If you’re new to Word, or haven’t worked with Word’s ribbon bar before, then I think you’ll find this little volume a real help.”

About In 30 Minutes Guides

i30 Media is the publisher of In 30 Minutes guides – quick guides for a complex world. Thousands of readers turn to the series to understand mildly complex topics, ranging from genealogy to software. The tone is friendly and easy to understand, with step-by-step instructions and lots of examples. Top-selling titles include Google Drive & Docs In 30 Minutes, Twitter In 30 Minutes, and LinkedIn In 30 Minutes. For more information about the series, visit in30minutes.com

i30 Media Corporation and IN 30 MINUTES guides are not associated with other brand names, product names, or trademarks cited in this book, including Microsoft Office®, Office 365™, Word®, or OneDrive®. Microsoft Word In 30 Minutes is an independent publication and is not authorized, sponsored, or otherwise approved by Microsoft Corporation. Microsoft Word In 30 Minutes is not affiliated with Microsoft Word for Dummies or similar titles published by other firms.

From the Publisher

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Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint are very powerful tools. But they come with a steep learning curve. Our guides are designed to be easy to understand, with lots of tips, examples and step-by-step explanations. Don’t spend hours hunting through online help pages or videos, when you can get help from In 30 Minutes guides!

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Microsoft Word In 30 Minutes

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Excel Basics In 30 Minutes

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PowerPoint Basics In 30 Minutes

When you’re giving a slide presentation, a positive impression can make a sale or win over an audience. PowerPoint Basics In 30 Minutes (Second Edition) can help you connect with audiences and make great presentations that get real results. Covers PowerPoint for Windows and macOS, PowerPoint Online, and the PowerPoint mobile apps for Android and iOS.

Common features for Windows and Mac users

Unlock powerful features of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for Microsoft 365. Step-by-step instructions cover formatting, sharing, and more for both Windows and macOS.

Tips, shortcuts, and best practices

In 30 Minutes guides are designed to be practical, whether you use Microsoft Office at home, the office, or the classroom. Takeaways cover everything from adding a table of contents in Word to making financial projections in Excel.

Examples that bring boring technology to life

Technical manuals and help guides are usually filled with stiff, corporate use cases. Our Microsoft guides cut through the boredom with unexpected examples, from a group of young sales associates with different career goals (Excel Basics In 30 Minutes) to a cat lover making a presentation to a local homeowners’ association (PowerPoint Basics In 30 Minutes).

Visual effects that make an impact

Learn how to create spreadsheets, presentations, and reports that make a bigger visual impact. Import photos and videos, animate slideshows, and quickly create charts using the instructions in these guides!

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ In 30 Minutes Guides; 2nd edition (June 26, 2019)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 104 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1641880295
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1641880299
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 5.4 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.24 x 9 inches