Starting/Closing Word

Starting/Closing Word

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How do I start Word using program icons?

Method 1: Desktop Icons

  1. Word - desktop icon shortcutIf a Word icon is visible on the desktop double click it.

Method 2: Taskbar Icons

  1. Word 365 Taskbar iconIf a Word icon is visible in the taskbar click once on it to start Word.

How do I start Word using the start menu?

If an icon is not visible you will need to use the start menu. If you use the program frequently an icon will be available in the left hand side column of the start menu.

  1. Find Word icon in start menuClick the ‘Windows/Start’ Button.
  2. Click ‘Word’.

How do I search for Word in the start menu?

If you cannot see an icon for Word you can search to find it:

  1. Click the ‘Windows/Start’ button.
  2. Begin typing ‘Word’. Searching for word in the start menu
  3. Click the ‘Word’ icon when it shows in the search results.

How do I close Microsoft Word?

  1. Close Word iconClick the ‘Close’ button in the top right hand corner of the window.