Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word allows you to create, edit, and share professional-quality text documents.
Getting Started
You can access Microsoft Word on the web or using the desktop app. If you’re not sure which is best for what you need to do, review this comparison chart.
Helpful Features:
- Install Turnitin Draft Coach, an add-in that provides assistance with addressing unintentional plagiarism, improve citations skills, and correct grammar mistakes. Learn how to install and use Draft Coach.
- Share your document with colleagues for proof reading or collaboration in real time. Learn more about sharing permissions in Word.
- Explore built-in templates in Word, such as an APA 7th edition template for starting a paper. Learn more about templates in Word.
How to Learn More
Explore resources for learning more about Microsoft Word to use it effectively and efficiently and get the most out of the software.
From Microsoft
- Microsoft 365 Quick Start – Word
- Microsoft Support – Word Help & Learning
From LinkedIn Learning
LinkedIn Learning provides a number of tutorials on Microsoft Word and other Office products. Visit LinkedIn Learning and log in with your Widener credentials to explore learning topics or visit the following related to Microsoft Word:
If you want additional help with Microsoft products, you can reach out to CX for your campus or fill out a QuickTicket.
