As much as I love using the computer, Microsoft Word is not really my thing. I use it for writing papers or other simple tasks, but that’s pretty much it. This week’s class was kind of a refresher for me. I have not used those features of Word in a very long time. Anytime I need a worksheet or flyer created, I use Power Point. Microsoft Power Point is my go-to program. I find it easier to use for those kinds of things because everything is by itself; the text boxes, the graphics, etc. There is no confusion like in Word where you have to change the picture to wrap around the text, or you get frustrated because you inserted something and all of a sudden your Word document looks completely different than it did two seconds ago. I have a feeling if I took the time to understand Word more, I would begin to use it for brochures and ditto sheets more often, but for right now, I’ll stick to Power Point.
February 2, 2008
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I would agree with you that page layout can be much easier in PowerPoint. I use it for just about everything. However, things like traditional-looking worksheets or letters that have things lined up in traditional layout are easier in Word, since it is a word processor. What do you think about all of the on-line options that also allow for collaboration on the same document?
Comment by Stephen Ransom — February 5, 2008 @ 3:04 pm
Oh I totally agree that Word is more useful in the sense of typing worksheets that have more writing than graphics, and for traditional layouts. But even for newsletters (such as the one we created in class) I find Power Point to be more convenient.
The on-line collaboration options are great. I’ve never used them personally but I can see how helpful they would be so that you can share info amongst group members. I’m excited to be able to use that option.
Comment by chinchilla1511 — February 5, 2008 @ 10:53 pm