Hands-On Training Office 2007 New Features

 

 

 

 

Course Length

Three hours

Prerequisite

Experience with a previous version of Microsoft Office

Course Description

In this hands-on class you will learn about the new Office Fluent User interface, the XML format, Ribbon tabs and groups, Galleries, Quick Access toolbar, Live Preview, and much more. In addition, dedicated units for Word, Excel,PowerPoint, and Outlook will introduce you to five new features specific to each application.

Course Topics

Office 2007 New Features

  • Discuss the Office Fluent user interface
  • Understand the advantages of the Office XML format
  • Use the Office Button menu
  • Work with the Application Options dialog box
  • Carry out commands using the Ribbon
  • Hide and unhide the Ribbon
  • Click Dialog Box launchers
  • Display Screen Tips
  • View Galleries and use Live Preview
  • Work with contextual Ribbon tabs
  • Use the Quick Access toolbar
  • Customize and reset the Quick Access toolbar
  • Use KeyTips
  • Use the Zoom Slider and View buttons
  • Customize the Status Bar
  • Use the Mini toolbar
  • Insert and modify a SmartArt Graphic
  • Insert and format a shape
  • Apply and customize Themes
  • Use the Document Inspector
  • Access Help
  • Use the Interactive Reference Guide
  • Mark a file as final
  • Run the Compatibility Checker
  • Save a file for use with an older version
  • Learn how to download the Office 2007 Compatibility Pack

Word 2007 New Features

  • Become familiar with new fonts
  • Work with contextual spell check
  • Use Full Screen Reading view
  • Apply a Quick Style Set
  • Use Quick Parts and Building Blocks

Excel 2007 New Features

  • Work with larger worksheet size
  • Use Page Layout view
  • Use Function AutoComplete
  • Work with Excel Tables
  • Explore Conditional Formatting

PowerPoint 2007 New Features

  • Convert a bulleted list to a SmartArt diagram
  • Apply new text effects
  • Convert existing text to WordArt
  • Use Picture tools
  • Create a photo album

Outlook 2007 New Features

  • Preview an attachment
  • Use the To-Do Bar
  • Send a calendar via e-mail
  • Overlay multiple calendars
  • Assign a color category to an item

What Participants Receive

Each participant receives a guide containing step-by-step instructions.