01. Efficiency & Core Editing

• Smart Lookup and File History
• Customizing Word: Setting default fonts and save locations
• Creating and editing text with AutoCorrect replacements
• Adjusting line spacing, page breaks, and paragraph formatting
• Viewing word/character counts and customizing your dictionary
• Working with hyperlinks and file locking for security

02. Styles, Themes & Building Blocks

• Creating and modifying custom Word Styles
• Applying document Themes for consistent branding
• Creating custom Headers, Footers, and Quick Parts
• Saving Building Blocks in Word templates
• Using Templates to streamline new document creation

03. Advanced Tables & Illustrations

• Creating complex Bulleted and Numbered lists
• Formatting Tables and using Formulas within Word
• Illustrating documents with images and shapes
• Automating repetitive tasks with Macros

04. Professional Forms & Protection

• Gathering form requirements and using Form Templates
• Inserting Form Controls: Lists, Date Pickers, and Check Boxes
• Formatting Form Tables for a professional look
• Protecting the form to restrict unauthorized edits
• Saving forms as reusable Word Templates

05. Mastering Mail Merge

• Choosing data sources: Excel spreadsheets and Outlook contacts
• Inserting Address Blocks, Greetings, and custom fields
• Matching fields from disparate data sources
• Using the Merge Tool add-in to include attachments
• Applying Rules for customized merges and creating Labels with images
• Previewing, testing, and sending merged emails

06. Collaboration & Final Review

• Sharing and collaborating via OneDrive and Email
• Proofing, reviewing, and tracking changes
• Finalizing documents for professional printing