2nd Edition. — Cengage Learning PTR, 2010. — 416 p.
Featured in the four-color, visual Picture Yourself series, "Picture Yourself Learning Microsoft Office 2010" is a valuable resource for all readers, beginner to intermediate. Clear, step-by-step instructions walk you through the basics of each application from beginning to end. Helpful tips provide additional information and advice to enhance your Office 2009 experience and help meet your needs. "Picture Yourself Learning Microsoft Office 2010" is packed with information useful to those who have purchased their first computer and are learning Office 2010 for the first time. Those who have experience with older versions of Office will find this book an excellent way to help them get up to speed on their computing experience, by way of the over 1,000 screenshots to guide your way. You have the option of reading the book from cover to cover, or simply reading the individual programs you are interested in.
Getting Started.
Discovering Office Common Features.
Opening Office Programs.
Exploring the Backstage View.
Working with Files.
Previewing with Live Preview.
Customizing Applications.
WordGetting Started with WordExploring the Word Window.
Moving Around the Screen.
Editing Text.
Moving and Copying Text.
Using Undo and Repeat.
Displaying Non-Printing Symbols.
Making a Word Document Look GoodSelecting Text Attributes.
Formatting Paragraphs.
Copying Formatting.
Working with Lists.
Working with Themes.
Using Quick Styles.
Managing Word PagesCreating Page Breaks.
Using Section Breaks.
Managing Page Layouts.
Viewing a Document.
Adding Headers and Footers.
Working with Columns and TablesUsing Columns.
Working with Tables.
Adding an Excel Table to a Word Document.
Using Word for Mail MergeGenerating a Single Envelope.
Creating Labels.
Using Mail Merge.
Discovering Word ToolsEmploying Tools for Quality.
Applying Tools for Speed.
Creating Footnotes and Endnotes.
Working with Outlines.
Keeping Documents Secure.
Printing and Publishing.
ExcelCreating a Basic WorksheetExploring the Excel Window.
Entering Excel Data.
Learning Selection Techniques.
Editing a Worksheet.
Working with Range Names.
Using Data Validation.
Working with Formulas and FunctionsWorking with Formulas.
Using Excel Functions.
Troubleshooting Errors.
Making Your Worksheet Look GoodChanging Cell Formats.
Working with Alignment and Spacing.
Adding Borders and Shading.
Discovering Formatting Shortcuts.
Conditional Formatting.
Managing Large Amounts of DataWorking with Multiple Worksheets.
Managing Worksheet Views.
Sorting Data.
Filtering Data.
Setting Security and Printing OptionsKeeping Workbooks Secure.
Checking for Errors.
Using Find and Replace.
Adjusting Page Layout.
Working with Headers and Footers.
Printing Your Worksheet.
Generating Excel ChartsCreating a Basic Chart.
Inserting a Chart.
Changing the Chart Options.
Working with Sparklines.
PowerPointCreating a PowerPoint Presentation.
Starting with the PowerPoint Basics.
Adding New Slides.
Adding Slide Objects.
Working with Outlines.
Editing Your PresentationChanging Views.
Modifying Slide Layouts.
Adding Multimedia and WordArt to Your Presentation.
Managing Objects.
Formatting Your PresentationChanging Views.
Changing Theme Options.
Working with Slide Masters.
Creating Speaker Notes.
Finishing Your Presentation.
Presenting Your PresentationAdding Transitions and Animations.
Running Your Presentation.
AccessCreating an Access DatabaseUnderstanding Database Terms.
Exploring Access.
Creating a New Database.
Working with Records.
Modifying an Access DatabaseDesigning Table Appearance.
Modifying Table Structure.
Modifying a Form.
OutlookCommunicating with Outllook E-MailLooking at the Outlook Window.
Working with E-Mail.
Working with E-Mail Attachments.
Working with Outlook ContactsExploring Your Contacts Folder.
Printing Contact Information.
Using the Outlook CalendarExploring the Calendar.
Working in the Calendar Folder.
Tracking Tasks with OutlookWorking with Tasks.
Exploring To-Do’s.
Creating Notes.
Using the To-Do Bar.
PublisherCreating a Predesigned PublisherPublication.
Selecting a Publication Template.
Viewing the Publisher Window.
Customizing Your Publication. Presenting View Options.
Working with Text.
Working with Graphics.
Designing Your Own PublicationStarting Your Publication.
Working with Frames.
Working with Text.
Working with Pages.
Preparing for Printing.