Microsoft Word Comprehensive Syllabus

Category

Feature

Description

Introduction

Overview of MS Word

• Introduction to Word interface.  
• Understanding the ribbon and toolbars.   
• Creating a new document.

Basic Document Creation

Creating a New Document

• Starting a new document.   
• Saving and naming your document.
• Using templates for quick setup.

Editing

Text Entry and Editing

• Typing and editing text.   
• Using undo and redo functions.  
• Copy, cut, and paste text.

Formatting Text

Font Formatting

• Changing font type, size, and colour.  
• Applying bold, italic, and underline.
• Using text highlight.

Paragraphs

Paragraph Formatting

• Aligning text: left, centre, right, and justify.   
• Setting line and paragraph spacing.
• Adding bullets and numbering.

Styling

Styles

• Applying built-in styles to text.   
• Modifying and creating custom styles.   
• Using styles for consistent formatting.

Working with Tables

Inserting Tables

• Creating a table.   
• Formatting and editing tables.   
• Adding and deleting rows and columns.

Multimedia

Inserting Images

• Adding images to a document.   
• Resizing and positioning images.   
• Applying picture styles and effects.

Shapes and Icons

Inserting Shapes and Icons

• Drawing shapes in documents.   
• Customising shape, size, colour, and style. 
• Adding icons for visual appeal.

Category

Feature

Description

Advanced Formatting

Advanced Text Formatting

• Using advanced font and paragraph formatting options.   
• Applying text effects and typography.   
• Customising bullet points and numbering.

Advanced Styles

• Creating and managing custom styles.   
• Using style sets for consistent document formatting.  
• Applying and modifying templates.

Document Layout

Columns

• Creating and formatting multi-column layouts.  
• Adjusting column width and spacing.  
• Adding column breaks.

Section Breaks

• Inserting and managing section breaks.   
• Creating different headers and footers for sections.  
• Using section breaks for varied layouts.

Tables and Charts

Advanced Table Formatting

• Merging and splitting cells.   
• Applying table styles and shading.   
• Using formulas in tables.

Inserting and Formatting Charts

• Creating and customising charts.  
• Linking Excel data to Word charts.  
• Updating and modifying chart data.

Graphics and Multimedia

Advanced Image Editing

• Using picture tools for advanced editing.   
• Applying artistic effects and styles.  
• Positioning images with text wrap.

Inserting Videos

• Embedding and linking videos in documents.  
• Adjusting video playback settings.   
• Using online videos in documents.

References and Citations

Creating a Table of Contents

• Generating and updating a table of contents.  
• Customising TOC styles and levels.   
• Using bookmarks and hyperlinks.

Footnotes and Endnotes

• Inserting and managing footnotes and endnotes.   
• Customising footnote and endnote formats. 
• Converting footnotes to endnotes and vice versa.

Citations and Bibliographies

• Adding citations and managing sources.   
• Generating a bibliography or works cited page.   
• Using citation styles (APA, MLA, etc.).

Review and Collaboration

Advanced Track Changes

• Managing multiple reviewers' changes.   
• Comparing and combining documents.   
• Using the review pane for detailed editing.

Comments and Annotations

• Adding and managing detailed comments.   
• Using ink comments for freehand annotations.   
• Reviewing and resolving comments.

Forms and Templates

Creating Forms

• Designing forms with text fields, checkboxes, and drop-down lists.   
• Protecting forms for data entry.   
• Using legacy and ActiveX controls.

Advanced Templates

• Creating and modifying advanced document templates.   
• Using building blocks and Quick Parts.   
• Sharing and distributing templates.

Macros and Automation

Recording and Running Macros

• Recording simple macros to automate tasks.   
• Editing and managing macro scripts.  
• Assigning macros to buttons and keyboard shortcuts.

Using Developer Tools

• Enabling the Developer tab.   
• Adding and managing content controls.   
• Writing and editing VBA code.

Document Security

Document Protection

• Restricting editing and formatting.   
• Adding passwords to documents.   
• Using digital signatures and encryption.

Advanced Printing and Publishing

Print Layout and Setup

• Using advanced print settings.  
• Printing booklets and multi-page documents.  
• Previewing and adjusting document layout for printing.

Publishing Documents

• Saving documents for web publishing.   
• Exporting documents to different formats.   
• Using built-in publishing tools.

Category

Feature

Description

Advanced Document Formatting

Mastering Styles and Themes

• Creating custom styles and themes. 
• Managing and applying style sets. 
• Importing and exporting themes.

Complex Page Layouts

• Using advanced layout options like text boxes and columns. 
• Creating and managing complex headers and footers. 
• Designing documents with multiple sections.

Watermarks and Backgrounds

• Adding custom watermarks.     
• Designing and applying page backgrounds.     
• Using gradients and textures for professional looks.

Advanced Graphics and Multimedia

Advanced Graphic Design

• Using advanced image editing tools.    
• Creating and formatting complex shapes and SmartArt.    
• Integrating 3D models into documents.

Multimedia Integration

• Embedding and linking multimedia files.     
• Using advanced video and audio settings.     
• Creating interactive multimedia documents.

Advanced Table and Data Management

Complex Table Design

• Designing and formatting advanced tables.     
• Using formulas and functions within tables.    
• Sorting and filtering table data.

Data Linking and Integration

• Linking MS Excel data and charts.    
• Updating and managing linked data.     
• Creating dynamic charts and graphs.

Advanced Collaboration and Review

Real-time Collaboration

• Co-authoring documents in real-time.     
• Using advanced sharing and permission settings.    
• Managing version control and document history.

Advanced Commenting

• Using advanced commenting features.     
• Managing comment threads and annotations.   
• Integrating comments with track changes.

Document Automation

Advanced Macros and VBA

• Writing complex macros using VBA.    
• Debugging and testing macro code.     
• Automating repetitive tasks with custom scripts.

Automating Document Workflows

• Creating automated workflows for document approval.     
• Using Microsoft Flow and Power Automate.    
• Integrating Word with other Office applications.

Forms and Fields

Advanced Form Design

• Designing interactive forms with advanced fields.    
• Using content controls and legacy form fields.    
• Protecting forms for data entry.

Field Codes and Quick Parts

• Using and managing field codes.     
• Creating and using Quick Parts for reusable content.    
• Automating document content with fields.

References and Indexing

Creating an Index

• Generating and updating an index.     
• Customising index entries and formatting.   
• Managing cross-references and links.

Advanced Table of Contents

• Customising and updating TOCs.     
• Using advanced TOC formatting options.    
• Integrating TOCs with document styles.

Managing Citations and Bibliographies

• Using citation management tools.     
• Customising citation styles.    
• Generating and updating bibliographies.

Advanced Document Security

Comprehensive Document Protection

• Implementing advanced document protection techniques.     
• Using digital signatures and certificates.     
• Managing document encryption and access.

Rights Management

• Applying and managing IRM policies.     
• Controlling document access and usage rights.     
• Tracking document usage and changes.

Publication and Distribution

Advanced Publishing Techniques

• Preparing documents for professional publishing.    
• Exporting documents to various formats (PDF, HTML, etc.).     
• Using publishing tools for print and digital media.

Creating Interactive PDFs

• Converting Word documents to interactive PDFs.    
• Adding bookmarks, links, and multimedia.    
• Optimising PDFs for accessibility and searchability.