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Jan 4

Learn How To Dynamically Link An Excel Spreadsheet Into A Word 2010 Document

Microsoft Word and Excel are excellent programs that easily stand on their own, but sometimes, a user may require linking data between the two programs. For example, if you have a data set stored in an Excel spreadsheet, you may want to embed it in a related Word document. Furthermore, you may want the embedded data to automatically update when you manipulate the original data set in the Excel spreadsheet.

This type of setup can be achieved using dynamic links with OLE objects. Read more

Dec 12

Utilize Word 2007 and 2010 Bookmarks To Navigate Long Documents With Ease

If you are a Microsoft Word 2007 or 2010 user that frequently works with long documents, and desires an efficient way to section/navigate your file, you may be interested in learning about bookmarks. Read more

Nov 21

Utilize Automatic Macros In Word 2010

Word 2010 is filled with advanced features that can enhance your word processing experience. One such feature you may not be aware of is the inclusion of standard macros that automatically run, dependent on the context.

For those unfamiliar with them, macros are Word commands that are stored in one file, but then executed in another, like a small program. For example, let’s say you have a document that includes many tables. You could create a macro that generates a table, chooses a style, formats it and adds some initial data. Then, each time you need a new table, you could just run the macro. The key with a macro is the automation of redundant tasks. Read more

Oct 21

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How To Add A Watermark In Word 2010

Microsoft Office is a veritable powerhouse of office productivity, but the numerous options (and that damn ribbon interface!!!) may sometimes make it difficult to find that one feature you’re looking for. If you need to either create your own watermark or insert a template-based watermark into a Word document, this post will help steer you in the right direction. Read more

Sep 19

Create Charts With Aplomb Using Word 2010′s Automated Chart Features

Charts are an excellent way to visualize data. They can help take something that seems abstruse, and make it accessible enough to identify trends and patterns that can inform further action.

If you are intimidated by the chart creation process and are using Microsoft Word 2010, you should explore its Automated Chart feature. Read more