Category Archives: Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word, Video Tutorials
FAQ: How to Fix Issues Opening Older .doc Files in Newer Versions of Word (e.g., Version 2505+)
Jun
This week on Klariti we look at how to open older versions of MS Word .doc files in newer versions of Word. This can cause a lot of headaches especially if your legacy files you need to use and Word doesn’t appear to be able to open them.
What I’m going to show you is why this is happening, then walk through different methods to resolve it, and finally wrap up with some ‘best practices’ you can use for the next set of document conversions. We’ll also flag a few gotchas you need to watch out for.
Feb
Learn how to setup Voice Type in MS Word so you can dictate your reports, emails, and essays.
Jan
If you use Microsoft Word to write lengthy documents, you may have experienced crashes, slow performance, or file corruption. These issues are especially common in documents exceeding 100 pages. Below are seven detailed tips to help you maintain the stability and performance of your long Word documents.
Microsoft Word, Templates (MS Office)
How to Automatically Fix Typos in MS Word (and insert currency symbols)
Nov
Learn how to automatically fix typos in Word especially those typing mistakes that frequently recur
Microsoft Word, Technical Writing, User Guides
The ‘Accidental’ Proofreader: 7 Ways to Refine Technical Texts
Jun
Remember, consistent practice is key to improving your proofreading skills. In addition to the above suggestions, I’d suggest that you look at proofreading as a separate task in the document development process.
For example, if you use software like Jira/Trello to manage your writing projects, add a specific ticket for proofreading. This ensures you carve out enough time to perform this task before you send the documents out to customers.
Microsoft Word, Style Guide, Tips
5 issues to avoid when collaborating on Microsoft Word documents online
Jun
Managing large MS Word document is a challenge, especially if you’re working with text and reviewers from other team members. Track changes, especially when done online, can create all kinds of issues with formatting and layout.
However, there are several techniques to avoid this happening. Here are some guidelines to consider
Apr
Hi, I’m Sean, and today on Klariti, I’ll show you five ways to fix typing mistake in MS Word.
So, if you write a lot and get frustrated that you make the same mistakes, well, the following tutorial, will show you how to automatically fix those typos.
Apr
If you can’t open MS Word, or if it does open but then closes automatically, it usually means the template is corrupt or one of the add-ins is causing a conflict. Other times, Word will open but says it’s in Safe mode. Obviously, this is fine to see the document but to get any work done we need the standard product.
As mentioned, this issue is often related to an add-in or template. Let’s look at how to fix this.
Apr
What is Compatibility Mode?
It’s a feature in Word designed to ensure that documents created in earlier versions can be opened and edited in newer versions without any loss of formatting or functionality. If this setting pops up when you open Word, then follow the steps below to go back to the normal MS Word settings.
Apr
One of the most popular articles on Klariti, and also on our YouTube channel, is how to create master documents. As this came up on a recent training course, I thought I’d go over the basics of how to create a master document, some of the benefits it offers, and how I use it to manage large documentation projects, such as responding to RFPs.
While it does take some effort, and a bit of planning, to setup the documents (and its sub-docs), once you have a template in place, you can modify it for future projects. Personally, I find it much easier to use than tools like Scrivener. You also have the extra bonus of having all your material is one location and don’t have to import/export/reformat text and images between tools. Ok, so let’s get started.
Mar
SJ from Montreal asked us on Twitter why she couldn’t paste a picture into a new MS Word document.
She had just added workflow diagrams to an SOP document which the Compliance Team had requested. However, when she pasted the images into Word, none of the diagrams appeared. This can be very frustrating, especially when you’re under a deadline and you become the bottleneck getting the document out. In this case, SJ pinged us and we were able to fix it over a few messages.
Oct
Today on Klariti, we’re going to look at how to position your text vertically in MS Word.
According to Microsoft Support, “Text boxes and most shapes can include text in them. The text can be positioned horizontally or vertically, and it can appear on one line or wrap to multiple lines. You can change the direction of the text, and you can also change the margins of text boxes and shapes for optimal spacing, or resize shapes for a better text fit.”
So, let’s look at how to do this.
