How to Type in Small Caps in MS Word

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To emphasize text in a document, one might use capital letters, however this is often interpreted as equivalent to shouting. A better alternative is to use small caps when you want to emphasize text.

The difference between regular and small caps is their size. Small caps are of the same height as lowercase letters. Regular caps are larger. 

3 Ways to apply small caps in Microsoft Word:

  • Change existing text to small caps using the Fonts menu.
  • Change existing text to small caps using keyboard shortcuts.
  • Type continuously in small caps. 

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How to create Venn Diagrams in MS Word

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Do you need to show the logical relationships between two or more sets of items?

Then Venn diagrams are perfect for such representations. You can use them to organize things graphically. Venn diagrams can highlight similar and different items. Although it is customary to draw Venn diagrams using circles, it is possible to use any other shape as well.

2 Methods of creating Venn diagrams in Microsoft Word:

  • Using Shapes
  • Using SmartArt Graphics

We will show you both methods using simple, step-by-step instructions.

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How to Change the Date Format in MS Excel

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Any inconsistencies in date formats can be confusing. It could even lead to a wrong understanding of data. So, knowing how to change the date format in MS Excel can be incredibly useful. Below are a couple of methods through which you can change the date format in MS Excel.

2 Methods to change the date format in Microsoft Excel:

  • Use the Home tab
  • Use the Format Cells option
  • Use the Right-Click menu

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How to Insert Bullet Points in MS Word

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A bullet point is a symbol you can use to introduce separate items. These items can be in a vertical list, in sentences, or in paragraphs. You can also use bullet points within a document to show important information.

Bullet points have a unique advantage. They allow readers to read the important parts of the document quickly. You can use a variety of symbols to represent bullet points.

5 ways to insert Bullet points in MS Word

  • Using the Home tab
  • Using Symbols
  • In multi-column lists
  • Using Keyboard shortcuts
  • Using the AutoCorrect feature

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How to Create a Bar Graph in MS Word

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Bar graphs are a visual representation of data variation. It is easier to understand trends in a graphical format. Creating bar graphs in MS Word is a simple process.

We will show you how to create a bar graph in MS Word with simple, step-by-step instructions. We will also show you how to annotate the bar graph.

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What Is the Status Bar in MS Word?

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When you open a Word document, Microsoft provides several details about the current page. A bar at the bottom of the screen carries these details, and this bar is the Status Bar.

We will show you in simple, easy step-by-step instructions how to:

  • Use the default information available in the status bar
  • Customize the status bar to your needs.

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How to Strikethrough Text in MS Excel

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Strikethrough refers to a horizontal line running through text without affecting its readability.

Here’s how it looks:

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It is a basic copy-editing symbol used to indicate the deletion of an error or removal of certain text in a work.

In this article, we will share 4 methods to cross out text in MS Excel.

4 Methods to strikethrough text in MS Excel:

  • Use a keyboard shortcut
  • Use the home tab
  • Use the Quick Access Toolbar
  • Use Conditional Formatting 

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How to Find and Replace Text and Numbers in MS Excel

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This article highlights different ways to find and replace text and numbers in MS Excel. It is an important function for correcting errors or making quick changes. This exercise can be time-consuming if you don’t have the right skill set. With proper skills, you can do it in minutes.

3 Methods for finding and replacing text or numbers in Microsoft Excel:

  • Use a keyboard shortcut
  • Use the Find & Select feature
  • Use the SUBSTITUTE formula

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How to Calculate the Number of Days Between Two Dates in MS Excel

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Want to know how many more days until your birthday? Or the age difference between you and a friend? 

Or on a more serious note, if you need to know the number of days between two project milestones, there is an easy way to calculate this in MS Excel. 

The good news is that there are several ways to calculate the number of days between two dates in MS Excel.

4 Methods to calculate the number of days between two dates in MS Excel:

  • Subtract the dates
  • Use the DATEDIF function
  • Use the DAYS function
  • Calculate the number of working days using the NETWORKDAYS function

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