Overview
Clear, easy-to-understand instructions for seniors who want to get the most out of Microsoft Office 2010
Seniors are buying computers—both desktops and laptops—in record numbers to stay in touch with family and friends, connect with peers, research areas of interest, make purchases online, or learn a new skill. Assuming no prior knowledge of Microsoft Office, this book is aimed at seniors who are interested in maximizing the capabilities of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Written in large typeface and featuring enlarged figures and drawings to make the book easier to read, this fun and friendly book begins by showing you how to start each application and maneuver the interface. You’ll benefit from detailed explanations on how to accomplish specific tasks through the use of examples and templates.
- Targets seniors who are interested in using the Microsoft Office suite for any number of reasons: keep in touch with family and friends, research topics of interest, shop online, learn a new skill, and more
- Assumes no prior knowledge of Microsoft Office and walks you through each application: Word (documents), Excel (spreadsheets), PowerPoint (presentations), and Outlook (e-mail)
- Features a large font for text and enlarged figures and drawings to make the book accessible and easy to read
- Explains how to open each application and navigate the interface, and clearly demonstrates how to accomplish specific tasks in each application
- Includes helpful examples and templates of letters, faxes, a budget grid, and more to assist with the learning process
With age comes wisdom—and with Office 2010 For Seniors For Dummies comes the information you need to establish positive Office 2010 habits!
Synopsis
Use Office 2010 to manage your budget, create newsletters, e-mail family photos, and more!
Microsoft Office includes the world's most popular applications. You can use them to write letters, track your investments, create presentations for family reunions or group meetings, exchange e-mails, and a whole lot more. This handy book guides you through Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook in language you can understand.
- Tied with a Ribbon — explore the Ribbon interface common to all Office applications and learn how tasks are arranged
- Some things don't change — see how Office 2010 makes it easy with features that are the same in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Dress up your documents — learn to apply styles, insert photos, add borders, and more in Word
- Fun with spreadsheets — use Excel to track your stock portfolio, manage your checkbook, or even store an address list
- Mail without stamps — set up Outlook, compose and send e-mail, attach files, and read attachments you receive
- When's the party? — keep your calendar up to date and print out copies
- Make a powerful point — create an exciting photo tribute for an anniversary party or a presentation for your group meeting with PowerPoint
Open the book and find:
- How to create a newsletter with photos and text
- Tips on retrieving lost documents
- What formulas and functions can do for you
- How to use Excel as a database
- E-mail safety tips
- Advice on managing contacts, notes, and tasks with Outlook
- PowerPoint presentation tips
- How to add sound and animation to a PowerPoint slideshow
Learn to:
- Use Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Dress up your letters, invitations, and other documents
- Manage your finances with Excel
- Use e-mail to stay in touch with family and friends