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SERIES

(exploring)
1. Investigating in a systematic way: examining. 2. Searching
into or ranging over for the purpose of discovery.
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SERIES

(exploring)
1. Investigating in a systematic way: examining. 2. Searching
into or ranging over for the purpose of discovery.

Microsoft Office 2010

Volume 1
Robert T. Grauer
Mary Anne Poatsy | Keith Mulbery |
Michelle Hulett | Cynthia Krebs | Keith Mast |
Andy Igonor | Randy Jenne

Pearson Canada
Toronto
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DEDICATIONS

For my husband, Ted, who unselfishly continues to take on more

than his fair share to support me throughout this process; and for
my children, Laura, Carolyn, and Teddy, whose encouragement and
love have been inspiring.
Mary Anne Poatsy

I dedicate this book in loving memory to Grandma Ida Lu Etta (Billie) Hort,
who was a positive role model for me through her patience, caring personality,
and perseverance through challenging situations. I treasure her support and
encouragement throughout my personal and professional endeavours,
including years of textbook writing.
Keith Mulbery

I would like to dedicate this book to my wonderful husband, John,

and my sweet baby girl, Dakota. They have shown an amazing amount
of patience and support as I put in hours and hours of work on this project.
And to my amazing friends, family, and students who offer encouragement
and motivate me to be the best I can be. God bless you all.
Michelle Hulett

To my precious childrenyour strength and the love and support

you share with one another amazes me. Your love sustains me. To my family
(those who have been, those who are now, and those who will be)we are one,
and our love endures forever.
Cynthia Krebs

I would like to dedicate this book to my parents, John and Millie,

who have given me all the love and support that a son could ever ask for.
Keith Mast

I wholeheartedly dedicate this book to my father in recognition

of his support, guidance, and encouragement. His steady influence
and unwavering confidence continue to be an inspiration in my life.
He is truly my hero.
Lynn Hogan

I would like to dedicate this book to my wife, Primrose, and sons,

Oshoke-Justin and Atwiine-Jason, for their patience throughout this time.
Andy Igonor

I would like to dedicate this book to my wife, Heather, and my son, Zachyour patience,
understanding, and support made this project possible for me. I love you.
Randy Jenne
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Mary Anne Poatsy, Series Editor

Mary Anne is a senior faculty member at Montgomery County Community College, teaching various
computer application and concepts courses in face-to-face and online environments. She holds a B.A.
in psychology and education from Mount Holyoke College and an M.B.A. in finance from Northwestern
Universitys Kellogg Graduate School of Management.
Mary Anne has more than 12 years of educational experience. She is currently adjunct faculty at
Gwynedd-Mercy College and Montgomery County Community College. She has also taught at Bucks
County Community College and Muhlenberg College, as well as conducted professional training. Before
teaching, she was vice president at Shearson Lehman in the Municipal Bond Investment Banking
Department.

Dr. Keith Mulbery, Consulting Series Editor and Excel Author

Dr. Keith Mulbery is the Department Chair and an Associate Professor in the Information Systems and
Technology Department at Utah Valley University (UVU), where he teaches computer applications, C#
programming, systems analysis and design, and MIS classes. Keith also served as Interim Associate Dean,
School of Computing, in the College of Technology and Computing at UVU.
Keith received the Utah Valley State College Board of Trustees Award of Excellence in 2001, School of
Technology and Computing Scholar Award in 2007, and School of Technology and Computing Teaching
Award in 2008. He has authored more than 15 textbooks, served as Series Editor for the Exploring Office
2007 series, and served as developmental editor on two textbooks.
Keith received his B.S. and M.Ed. in Business Education from Southwestern Oklahoma State University
and earned his Ph.D. in Education with an emphasis in Business Information Systems at Utah State
University. His dissertation topic was computer-assisted instruction using Prentice Halls Train and Assess
IT program to supplement traditional instruction in basic computer proficiency courses.

Michelle Hulett, Word Author

Michelle Hulett received a B.S. degree in CIS from the University of Arkansas and an M.B.A. from
Missouri State University. She has worked for various organizations as a programmer, network adminis-
trator, computer literacy coordinator, and educator. She currently serves as a senior instructor in the CIS
department and Director of International Business Programs at Missouri State University.
When not teaching or writing, she enjoys flower gardening, travelling (Alaska and Hawaii are favorites),
hiking, canoeing, and camping with her husband, John, dog, Dakota, and any friends or neighbourhood
kids who tag along.

Cynthia Krebs, PowerPoint Author

Cynthia Krebs is the Director of Business and Marketing Education and a professor in the Digital Media
Department at Utah Valley University (UVU). In 2008, she received the UVU College of Technology and
Computing Scholar Award. She has also received the School of Business Faculty Excellence Award twice
during her tenure at UVU. Cynthia teaches the Methods of Teaching Digital Media class to future teach-
ers, as well as classes in basic computer proficiency, business presentations, business graphics, and intro-
duction to digital media.
Cynthia is active in Utah Business and Computer Education Association, Western Business Education
Association, the National Business Education Association, and the Utah Association of Career and
Technical Educators. In 2009/2010, she served on the Executive Board of UACTE, as President of UBCEA,
and as Computer Workshop Chair for WBEA. She was awarded the WBEA Outstanding Educator at the
University Level in 2009. Cynthia has written multiple texts on Microsoft Office software, consulted with
government and business, and has presented extensively at the local, regional, and national levels to pro-
fessional and business organizations.
Cynthia lives by a peaceful creek in Springville, Utah. When she isnt teaching or writing, she enjoys
spending time with her children, spoiling Ava and Bode, travelling with friends, and reading.

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

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Keith Mast, Access Author

Keith A. Mast develops a wide range of Access applications that solve challenging business problems and
improve efficiency. His solutions help businesses and organizations in manufacturing, pharmaceutical,
financial services, and agriculture, among other industries. Clients include Visible Filing Concepts, Inc.;
Moyers Chicks, Inc.; Marcho Farms, Inc.; TCM America, Inc.; LANsultants, Inc.; Spector, Roseman,
Kodroff, & Willis, PC; Heinz, Inc.; DuPont; and Sony Entertainment.
He is an adjunct faculty member at Montgomery County Community College, Blue Bell, Pennsylvania,
continuing his long-standing love of teaching and exemplified by his prior experience as a high school
teacher, business school instructor, and Access seminar leader.
Keith promotes the ethical standards of the consulting profession both in how Mast Consulting, LLC deals
with its clients and as an active volunteer leader of the Independent Computer Consultants Association of
the Delaware Valley.
Keith resides in Norristown, PA, a suburb of Philadelphia. In his free time, he enjoys biking, running,
kayaking, ballroom dancing, and being in nature.
For more information, visit him on Facebook, LinkedIn, or at www.keithmast.com.

Dr. Lynn Hogan, Office Fundamentals and File Management and

Windows 7 Author

Lynn Hogan has taught in the Computer Information Systems area at Calhoun Community College for
29 years. She is the author of Practical Computing and has contributed chapters for several computer
applications textbooks. Primarily teaching in the areas of computer literacy and computer applications,
she was named Calhouns outstanding instructor in 2006. She received an M.B.A. from the University of
North Alabama and a Ph.D. from the University of Alabama. Lynn resides in Alabama with her husband
and two daughters.

Dr. Robert T. Grauer, Creator of the Exploring Series

Bob Grauer is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Information Systems at the University
of Miami, where he is a multiple winner of the Outstanding Teaching Award in the School of Business,
most recently in 2009. He has written numerous COBOL texts and is the vision behind the Exploring
Office series, with more than three million books in print. His work has been translated into three foreign
languages and is used in all aspects of higher education at both national and international levels. Bob
Grauer has consulted for several major corporations including IBM and American Express. He received
his Ph.D. in operations research in 1972 from the Polytechnic Institute of Brooklyn.

Andy Igonor, Canadian Adaptor

Andy Igonor holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems from the Bristol Business School, U.K. He has more
than 15 years of experience in the Information Systems and Management field, and has consulted for vari-
ous organizations and taught in a number of schools around the globe, including in South Africa,
Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, and Canada. Andys primary teaching special-
ties include Management Information Systems, eCommerce, Project Management, Information Systems
Security and Risk Management, and Systems Analysis and Design. He has consulted for the United
Nations Childrens Fund (UNICEF) and the governments of South Africa, Canada, and Alberta. Recently
he taught in the Masters program in Information Systems Security at Concordia University in Edmonton,
and also worked as an Academic Coach on Risk Management and Information Security for Athabasca
Universitys Executive M.B.A. program. He is an inveterate fan of Arsenal FC of the English Premier
league. He lives in Edmonton with his wife and two sons.

Randy Jenne, Canadian Adaptor

Randy Jenne has taught computer courses at Grant MacEwan University for 30 years. Along the way he
earned certifications from Microsoft, Cisco, and CompTIA. He received a B.Ed. from the University of
Alberta and an M.Ed. with a major in education technology from the University of Southern Queensland. In
addition to teaching, Randy loves to play basketball, lay on the beach, and bang on the drums every Sunday
morning. He lives in Edmonton with his wife and son.

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BRIEF CONTENTS
WINDOWS 7
CHAPTER ONE Getting Started with Windows 7

OFFICE FUNDAMENTALS AND FILE MANAGEMENT

CHAPTER ONE Office Fundamentals and File Management

WORD
CHAPTER ONE Introduction to Word
CHAPTER TWO Document Presentation
CHAPTER THREE Collaboration and Research
CHAPTER FOUR Document Productivity

EXCEL
CHAPTER ONE Introduction to Excel
CHAPTER TWO Formulas and Functions
CHAPTER THREE Charts
CHAPTER FOUR Datasets and Tables

ACCESS
CHAPTER ONE Introduction to Access
CHAPTER TWO Relational Databases and Queries
CHAPTER THREE Customize, Analyze, and Summarize Query Data
CHAPTER FOUR Creating and Using Professional Forms and Reports

POWERPOINT
CHAPTER ONE Introduction to PowerPoint
CHAPTER TWO Presentation Development
CHAPTER THREE Presentation Design
CHAPTER FOUR PowerPoint Rich Media Tools

GLOSSARY
INDEX

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CONTENTS
WINDOWS 7

CHAPTER ONE Getting Started with Windows 7

CASE STUDY: CEDAR COVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Performing a Search
OBJECTIVES Getting Help
WINDOWS 7 FUNDAMENTALS HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
Understanding the Desktop Windows Search and Help
Managing Windows
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Windows 7 Fundamentals KEY TERMS
WINDOWS PROGRAMS AND SECURITY FEATURES MULTIPLE CHOICE
Identifying Windows Accessories PRACTICE EXERCISES
Working with Security Settings and Software MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2: CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Windows Programs and Security Features BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
WINDOWS SEARCH AND HELP

OFFICE FUNDAMENTALS AND FILE MANAGEMENT

CHAPTER ONE Office Fundamentals and File Management

CASE STUDY: RAILS AND TRAILS Using the Clipboard Group Tasks
OBJECTIVES Using the Editing Group Tasks
FILES AND FOLDERS HANDS-ON EXERCISE 4:
Using Windows Explorer Home Tab Tasks
Working with Folders and Files INSERT TAB TASKS
Selecting, Copying, and Moving Multiple Inserting Objects
Files and Folders REVIEW TAB TASKS
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: Reviewing a File
Files and Folders PAGE LAYOUT TAB TASKS
MICROSOFT OFFICE SOFTWARE Changing Page Settings
Identifying Common Interface Components HANDS-ON EXERCISE 5:
Getting Office Help Tasks on the Insert Tab, Page Layout Tab,
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2: and Review Tab
Microsoft Office Software
BACKSTAGE VIEW TASKS CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Opening a File KEY TERMS
Printing a File MULTIPLE CHOICE
Closing a File and Application PRACTICE EXERCISES
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3: MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
Backstage View Tasks CAPSTONE EXERCISE
HOME TAB TASKS BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Selecting and Editing Text

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MICROSOFT OFFICE WORD 2010

CHAPTER ONE Introduction to Word

CASE STUDY: FIRST RIVER OUTFITTER HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
OBJECTIVES Finalize a Document
INTRODUCTION TO WORD PROCESSING
Understanding How Word Processors Work CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Customizing Word KEY TERMS
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: MULTIPLE CHOICE
Introduction to Word Processing PRACTICE EXERCISES
DOCUMENT ORGANIZATION MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
Using Features That Improve Readability CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Checking Spelling and Grammar BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Displaying a Document in Different Views
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2:
Document Organization
FINALIZE A DOCUMENT
Preparing a Document for Distribution
Modifying Document Properties

CHAPTER TWO Document Presentation

CASE STUDY: SIMSERV-PITKA ENTERPRISES HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
OBJECTIVES Styles
TEXT FORMATTING FEATURES GRAPHICAL OBJECTS
Applying Font Attributes Through the Font Dialog Box Formatting a Graphical Object
Controlling Word Wrap Inserting Symbols into a Document
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: HANDS-ON EXERCISE 4:
Text Formatting Features Graphical Objects
PARAGRAPH FORMATTING FEATURES
Setting Off Paragraphs with Tabs, Borders, Lists, and CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Columns KEY TERMS
Applying Paragraph Formats MULTIPLE CHOICE
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2: PRACTICE EXERCISES
Paragraph Formatting Features MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
STYLES CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Understanding Styles BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Creating and Modifying Styles

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CASE STUDY: MARKETING PLAN FOR TAKE NOTE PAPERIE HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
OBJECTIVES Research Paper Enhancements
DOCUMENT REVISIONS
Inserting Comments in a Document CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Tracking Changes in a Document KEY TERMS
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: MULTIPLE CHOICE
Document Revisions PRACTICE EXERCISES
RESEARCH PAPER BASICS MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
Acknowledging a Source CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Creating and Modifying Footnotes and Endnotes BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2:
Research Paper Basics
RESEARCH PAPER ENHANCEMENTS
Inserting a Table of Contents and Index
Adding Other Reference Tables
Creating Cross-References

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CHAPTER FOUR Document Productivity

CASE STUDY: COMMUNITY DISASTER RELIEF CENTRE Inserting Merge Fields
OBJECTIVES Merging a Main Document and a Data Source
TABLES HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
Inserting a Table Mail Merge
Formatting a Table
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Tables KEY TERMS
ADVANCED TABLE FEATURES MULTIPLE CHOICE
Sorting and Applying Formulas to Table Data PRACTICE EXERCISES
Converting Text to a Table MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2: CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Advanced Table Features BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
MAIL MERGE
Selecting a Main Document
Selecting or Creating Recipients

MICROSOFT OFFICE EXCEL 2010

CHAPTER ONE Introduction to Excel

CASE STUDY: OK OFFICE SYSTEMS FORMATTING
OBJECTIVES Applying Alignment and Font Options
INTRODUCTION TO SPREADSHEETS Applying Number Formats
Planning for Effective Workbook and Worksheet Design HANDS-ON EXERCISE 4:
Exploring the Excel Window Formatting
Entering and Editing Cell Data PAGE SETUP AND PRINTING
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: Selecting Page Setup Options
Introduction to Spreadsheets Printing a Worksheet
MATHEMATICS AND FORMULAS HANDS-ON EXERCISE 5:
Using Symbols and the Order of Precedence Page Setup and Printing
Using Auto Fill
Displaying Cell Formulas CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2: KEY TERMS
Mathematics and Formulas MULTIPLE CHOICE
WORKBOOK AND WORKSHEET MANAGEMENT PRACTICE EXERCISES
Managing Worksheets MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
Managing Columns and Rows CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Selecting, Moving, Copying, and Pasting BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
Workbook and Worksheet Management

CHAPTER TWO Formulas and Functions 373

CASE STUDY: NEW DENVER MORTGAGE COMPANY Inserting Basic Statistical Functions
OBJECTIVES Using Date Functions
FORMULA BASICS HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2:
Using Semi-Selection to Create a Formula Function Basics
Using Relative, Absolute, and Mixed Cell References in LOGICAL, LOOKUP, AND FINANCIAL FUNCTIONS
Formulas Determining Results with the IF Function
Avoiding Circular References Using Lookup Functions
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: Calculating Payments with the PMT Function
Formula Basics HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
FUNCTION BASICS Logical, Lookup, and Financial Functions
Inserting a Function
Totalling Values with the SUM Function

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RANGE NAMES CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW

Creating and Maintaining Range Names KEY TERMS
Using Range Names in Formulas MULTIPLE CHOICE
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 4: PRACTICE EXERCISES
Range Names MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
CAPSTONE EXERCISE 9
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

CHAPTER THREE Charts

CASE STUDY: HORT UNIVERSITY MAJORS CHART LAYOUT
OBJECTIVES Selecting and Formatting Chart Elements
CHART BASICS Customizing Chart Labels
Deciding Which Chart Type to Create Formatting the Axes and Gridlines
Creating a Chart Adding a Trendline
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
Chart Basics Chart Layout
CHART DESIGN
Changing the Chart Type CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Changing the Data Source and Structure KEY TERMS
Applying a Chart Layout and a Chart Style MULTIPLE CHOICE
Moving a Chart PRACTICE EXERCISES
Printing Charts MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
Inserting and Customizing a Sparkline CAPSTONE EXERCISE
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2: BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Chart Design

CHAPTER FOUR Datasets and Tables

CASE STUDY: THE SPA EXPERTS HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
OBJECTIVES Table Manipulation and Aggregation
LARGE DATASETS CONDITIONAL FORMATTING
Freezing Rows and Columns Applying Conditional Formatting
Printing Large Datasets Creating a New Rule
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: Sorting and Filtering Using Conditional Formatting
Large Datasets HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
EXCEL TABLES Conditional Formatting
Understanding Table Design
Creating a Table CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Applying a Table Style KEY TERMS
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2: MULTIPLE CHOICE
Excel Tables PRACTICE EXERCISES
TABLE MANIPULATION AND AGGREGATION MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
Sorting Data CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Filtering Data BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Using Structured References and a Total Row

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MICROSOFT OFFICE ACCESS 2010

CHAPTER ONE Introduction to Access

CASE STUDY: MANAGING A BUSINESS IN THE GLOBAL HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2:
ECONOMY Filters, Sorts, and Access Versus Excel
OBJECTIVES RELATIONAL DATABASE
DATABASES ARE EVERYWHERE! Using the Relationships Windows
Navigating Among the Objects in an Access Database Understanding Relational Power
Understanding the Difference Between Working in HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
Storage and Memory Relational Database
Practising Good Database File Management
Backing Up, Compacting, and Repairing Access Files CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: KEY TERMS
Databases Are Everywhere! MULTIPLE CHOICE
FILTERS, SORTS, AND ACCESS VERSUS EXCEL PRACTICE EXERCISES
Creating Filters MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
Sorting Table Data on One or More Fields CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Knowing When to Use Access or Excel to Manage Data BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

CHAPTER TWO Relational Databases and Queries

CASE STUDY: BANK AUDITOR UNCOVERS MISHANDLED Using the Query Wizard
FUNDS HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
OBJECTIVES Single-Table Queries
TABLE DESIGN, PROPERTIES, VIEWS, AND WIZARDS MULTI-TABLE QUERIES
Designing Data Creating a Multi-Table Query
Creating Tables Modifying a Multi-Table Query
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
Table Design, Properties, Views, and Wizards Multi-Table Queries
MULTIPLE TABLE DATABASES
Understanding Table Relationships CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Sharing Data with Excel KEY TERMS
Establishing Table Relationships MULTIPLE CHOICE
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2: PRACTICE EXERCISES
Multiple Table Databases MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
SINGLE-TABLE QUERIES CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Creating a Single-Table Query BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Specifying Criteria for Different Data Types
Copying and Running a Query

CHAPTER THREE Customize, Analyze, and Summarize Query Data

CASE STUDY: HOUSING SLUMP MEANS OPPORTUNITY AGGREGATE FUNCTIONS
FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS Adding Aggregate Functions to Datasheets and Queries
OBJECTIVES HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
CALCULATIONS, EXPRESSIONS, AND FUNCTIONS Aggregate Functions
Understanding the Order of Operations
Creating a Calculated Field in a Query CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: KEY TERMS
Calculations, Expressions, and Functions MULTIPLE CHOICE
EXPRESSION BUILDER, FUNCTIONS, AND PRACTICE EXERCISES
DATE ARITHMETIC MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
Creating Expressions with the Expression Builder CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Using Built-In Functions in Access BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Performing Date Arithmetic
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2:
Expression Builder, Functions, and Date Arithmetic

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CHAPTER FOUR Creating and Using Professional Forms and Reports 693
CASE STUDY: COFFEE SHOP STARTS NEW BUSINESS HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
OBJECTIVES Report Basics
FORM BASICS REPORT SECTIONS, VIEWS, AND CONTROLS
Creating Forms Using the Form Tools Identifying Report Sections
Modifying a Form Revising Reports Using Report Views
Sorting Records in a Form Identifying Control Types in Reports
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
Form Basics Report Sections, Views, and Controls
FORM SECTIONS, VIEWS, AND CONTROLS
Identifying Form Sections CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Revising Forms Using Form Views KEY TERMS
Identifying Control Types in Forms MULTIPLE CHOICE
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2: PRACTICE EXERCISES
Form Sections, Views, and Controls MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
REPORT BASICS CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Creating Reports Using Report Tools BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Modifying a Report
Sorting Records in a Report

MICROSOFT OFFICE POWERPOINT 2010

CHAPTER ONE Introduction to PowerPoint

CASE STUDY: BE A TRAINER Using Animations and Transitions
OBJECTIVES Inserting a Header or Footer
INTRODUCTION TO POWERPOINT HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
Using PowerPoint Views Presentation Development
Saving as a Slide Show NAVIGATION AND PRINTING
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: Running and Navigating a Slide Slow
Introduction to PowerPoint Printing in PowerPoint
PRESENTATION CREATION HANDS-ON EXERCISE 4:
Planning a Presentation Navigation and Printing
Assessing Presentation Content
Using Slide Layouts CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Applying Themes KEY TERMS
Reviewing the Presentation MULTIPLE CHOICE
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2: PRACTICE EXERCISES
Presentation Creation MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
PRESENTATION DEVELOPMENT CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Inserting Media Objects BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Adding a Table

CHAPTER TWO Presentation Development 809

CASE STUDY: THE WELLNESS EDUCATION CENTRE HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2:
OBJECTIVES Outlines
TEMPLATES DATA IMPORTS
Creating a Presentation Using a Template Importing an Outline
Modifying a Template Adding Existing Content to a Presentation
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
Templates Data Imports
OUTLINES DESIGN
Creating a Presentation in Outline View Using Sections
Modifying an Outline Structure Examining Slide Show Design Principles
Printing an Outline Modifying a Theme

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HANDS-ON EXERCISE 4: PRACTICE EXERCISES

Design MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
CAPSTONE EXERCISE
CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
KEY TERMS
MULTIPLE CHOICE

CHAPTER THREE Presentation Design 851

CASE STUDY: ILLUSTRATIONS AND INFOGRAPHICS OBJECT MANIPULATION
MINI-CAMP Modifying Objects
OBJECTIVES Arranging Objects
SHAPES HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
Creating Shapes Object Manipulation
Applying Quick Styles and Customizing Shapes
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Shapes KEY TERMS
SMARTART AND WORDART MULTIPLE CHOICE
Creating SmartArt PRACTICE EXERCISES
Modifying SmartArt MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
Creating WordArt CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Modifying WordArt BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2:
SmartArt and WordArt

CHAPTER FOUR PowerPoint Rich Media Tools 919

CASE STUDY: WEDDING ALBUMS HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
OBJECTIVES Audio
PICTURES PHOTO ALBUMS
Inserting a Picture Creating a Photo Album
Transforming a Picture Setting Photo Album Options
Using the Internet as a Resource HANDS-ON EXERCISE 3:
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 1: Photo Albums
Pictures
VIDEO CHAPTER OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Adding Video KEY TERMS
Using Video Tools MULTIPLE CHOICE
HANDS-ON EXERCISE 2: PRACTICE EXERCISES
Video MID-LEVEL EXERCISES
AUDIO CAPSTONE EXERCISE
Adding Audio BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Changing Audio Settings

GLOSSARY
INDEX

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
We would like to acknowledge those who provided comments and suggestions that helped us prepare for the Canadian edition of Exploring Mi-
crosoft Office 2010, including the following instructors and others:

Terry Andres Gloria Dyrda Dennis Long

University of Manitoba St. Clair College Conestoga ITAL

Neil Arnason Pauline Fu Lynne Lyon

University of Manitoba George Brown College Durham College

Carol Barry Eddy Fung Marcelo Machado

CDI College Calgary North BCIT Kwantlen University

Cam Beck Frank Gerencser Penny MacKenzie

Holland College TriOs College Nova Scotia CC

Anita Beecroft Debbie Gorval Bob MacMillan

Kwantlen University Kwantlen University Georgian College

Jennifer Bernard Hilda Gregorian Jeannette Marchand

Conestoga College Humber College Langara College

Meena Bhagat Penny Gudgeon Mary Marier

Kwantlen University Everest College SAIT Polytechnic

Robert Boardman Shirley Haug Kamal Masri

Durham College Algonquin College Kwantlen University

Lisa Boynton Kellie Hayward Barbara Mathers

TriOS College Sheridan College Fleming College

Nicole Breton Rick Henderson Catherine Maydan

Red River College Wilfrid Laurier University Kwantlen Polytechnic University

Mel Chomiak Darren Howes Donna McRae-Murphy

Laurentian University Medicine Hat College Eastern College

Greg Cormier John Kucharczuk Paul Mirshak

Mohawk College Centennial College Champlain College

Eugenia Culham Betty Le Neal Janet Moulton

Kwantlen University Red River College Nova Scotia Community College

Sylvia de Vlaming Heather LeBlanc Karen Nair

Red River College Oulton College Humber College

Catherine Dewhurst Valerie Lee Cary Ng

Georgian College TriOS College Seneca College

Sue Dickinson Simon Li Cynthia Nighswander

Durham College Douglas College Humber College

Katherine Dupuis Brian Lim Tina Norton

St. Clair College Humber College Centennial College
Cathy Dutton Ted Lobley Jennifer Parker
John Abbott College SAIT Polytechnic Seneca College

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
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Jahnnis Pitty Del Cid Harold Smith Eva Turczyniak

University of Guelph, Kemptville Campus Algonquin College Sheridan College

Cam Quinn Sarah Stephens Biljana Vucetic

Fanshawe College Douglas College George Brown College

Stephen Reid Marianne Strasser Bob Wood

BCIT Georgian College Humber College

Joe Rodrigues Tom Supra Robert Wood

Eminata Group/CDI College George Brown College Kwantlen University

Andr Roy Zorana Svedic Dan Woodward

Niagara College Simon Fraser University Fanshawe College

Marie Rutherford Kelly Swain Janet Young

Georgian College Humber College Sheridan College

Mary Sanseverino Bruce Talbot Violet Zhang

University of Victoria Red River College George Brown College

John Saville Bill Thompson

University of Guelph Trillium College

Additionally, wed like to thank our Instructor Resource authors:

Anci Shah Julie Boyles Sally Baker

Houston Community College Portland Community College DeVry University
Ann Rovetto Kyle Stark Sharon Behrens
Horry-Georgetown Technical College Macomb Community College Mid-State Technical College
Arlene Eliason Linda Lau Stephanie Jones
Minnesota School of Business Longwood University Texas Tech University
Barbara Stover Lisa Prince Steve Rubin
Marion Technical College Missouri State University California State University, Monterey Bay
Carol Roberts Lynn Bowen Suzan Spitzberg
University of Maine Valdosta Technical College Oakton Community College
David Csuha Lynn Hogan Tom McKenzie
Passaic County Community College Calhoun Community College James Madison University
James Powers Mary Lutz
University of Southern Indiana Southwestern Illinois College
Jayne Lowery Meg McManus
Jackson State Community College Northwest Florida State College

Finally, wed like to extend our thanks to the Exploring 2010 technical editors:

Chad Kirsch Janice Snyder Lori Damanti

Cheryl Slavik Joyce Nielsen Sandra Swinney

Elizabeth Lockley Julie Boyles Sean Portnoy

Janet Pickard Lisa Bucki

ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
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USING THE CANADIAN EDITION
The Evolution of Computer
Applications Texts for Canadian
Students
This best-selling series is now available in a Canadian adaptation writ-
ten to meet the needs of Canadian students, integrating Canadian
spelling and measurements and using Canadian content in examples
where possible. The following information will help you use the
Canadian edition.
Settings: Language, Date
Format, and Units of
Measurement
For use with this book and myitlab, settings should be as follows:
In Control Panel | Region and Language, select English (United
States).
In Word | File | Options | Language, add the additional language
English (Canada) and Set as Default. This will set the spelling pref-
erence for all applications.
In Canada, there are three commonly used date formats: year, month,
day (approved by the International Standards Organization); day,
month, year (British); and month, day, year (American). In order to
remain consistent with myitlab as well as other educational software
that students may be using, we have used the month, day, year
(mm/dd/yy) format in this textbook. That format will be set as the
default when English (United States) is selected in the Region and
Language settings, as indicated above.
The figures in this Canadian edition reflect metric units of measure-
ment, and metric equivalents have been added (sometimes appearing in
parentheses) to all instructions. However, note that, for purposes of page
layout, Canadians typically use inches as the standard of measure-
mentdescribing pages as 8 12 " 11" with one-inch margins, for exam-
ple. The Region and Language setting indicated above will set the units
in inches.
Note that, in lab situations, students will likely be unable to access the
Control Panel to change settings. If instructors choose to specify
defaults other than those used in this book, they will need to organize
that through the lab and provide students with instructions.
USING THE CANADIAN EDITION
Student Resources
Companion Web Site
(www.pearsoncanada.ca/
canadiancis)
An interactive Web site helps you complete exercises from each chapter
and features self-study tools to help you succeed in this course.
Student Data Files provide the data needed to complete the projects
in the book.
Online Study Guide enables you to practise what youve learned by
answering auto-graded questions.
Glossary of key terms reinforces terminology as you learn the lan-
guage of computing.
Chapter Summary offers a quick overview.
Web Resources include links to Microsoft Office Online Help and
How-To documents.
The Student Data Files can also be found on the Pearson Custom PHIT
Web site at www.pearsoncustom.com/customphit/datafiles. Be sure
to select the files for the Canadian edition of Exploring Microsoft Office
2010. Because this is a custom book, student data file names are not
always consistent with chapter numbers in your books Table of
Contents. Be sure that any student data file that you use exactly match-
es the file name cited in the chapter.
Business Publishing/
Information Technology Web
Site (wps.prenhall.com/
bp_it_premium_media)
With the purchase of a new book, you will find on the inside front cover
an access code for a password-protected site with additional resources:
Compass is a searchable database of skills, providing videos and at-
a-glance reminders of how to complete a skill. See below for more
information.
Set-Up Videos provide an introduction to the Case Study and the
skills in the Hands-On Exercises in each chapter. These videos can
also be accessed on myitlab.
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Compass
Compass is a searchable database of multimedia tools designed to teach
the 50 most essential skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and
PowerPoint. Available online via your computer or cellphone, Compass
is an at-your-fingertips resource for tech-savvy students who need help
and answers right away. Information for accessing Compass via your
computer or cellphone is available on myitlab and the Business
Publishing/Information Technology Web Site.
myitlab (www.myitlab.com) is an online train-
ing and assessment program for Office 2010
that can help you maximize the learning process. It provides you with
the tools you need to learn, understand, and assess your Office applica-
tions skills. In myitlab, youll find:
a realistic, open simulation of Microsoft Office 2010 that allows you
to explore the Office applications without being penalized
exam and training questions that match your textbook, so you can
review the skills learned in class online, on your own time
training that adapts to your skill level so you wont waste time
relearning skills you already know
a gradebook that allows you to view your grades and view reports
showing your progress.
About the Canadian
Authors
Andy Igonor holds a Ph.D. in Information Systems from the Bristol
Business School, U.K. He has more than 15 years of experience in the
Information Systems and Management field, and has consulted for var-
ious organizations and taught in a number of schools around the globe,
including in South Africa, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, the
United Kingdom, and Canada. Andys primary teaching specialties
include Management Information Systems, eCommerce, Project
Management, Information Systems Security and Risk Management,
and Systems Analysis and Design. He has consulted for the United
Nations Childrens Fund (UNICEF) and the governments of South
Africa, Canada, and Alberta. Recently he taught in the Masters program
in Information Systems Security at Concordia University in Edmonton,
and also worked as an Academic Coach on Risk Management and
Information Security for Athabasca Universitys Executive M.B.A. pro-
gram. He is an inveterate fan of Arsenal FC of the English Premier
league. He lives in Edmonton with his wife and two sons.
Randy Jenne has taught computer courses at Grant MacEwan University
for 30 years. Along the way he earned certifications from Microsoft,
Cisco, and CompTIA. He received a B.Ed. from the University of
Alberta and an M.Ed. with a major in education technology from the
University of Southern Queensland. In addition to teaching, Randy loves
to play basketball, lay on the beach, and bang on the drums every Sunday
morning. He lives in Edmonton with his wife and son.
Acknowledgments for
the Canadian Edition
We would like to thank those who provided comments and suggestions
on the Exploring series; their feedback gave us insight into the needs of
the Canadian market and helped us prepare for this Canadian edition
of Exploring Microsoft Office 2010.
Photos in the PowerPoint chapters are reprinted courtesy of Andy
Sorensen Photography, Ryan Phillips at Xeric Landscape and Design, Jo
Porter Photography, David and Ali Valeti, Brad and Jenalee Behle,
Katherine Hulse Photography, Shanna Michelle Photography, Alan
Jensen Photography, and Jaron and Jennifer Krebs.
YouTube screenshot in Figure 27 in the chapter PowerPoint Rich
Media Tools is reprinted by permission of Common Craft, LLC.
Images reprinted by permission of Shutterstock.com appear in the fol-
lowing figures in PowerPoint chapters: Figure 13 in the chapter
Introduction to PowerPoint; Figures 7, 15, 20, 21, and 27 in the chap-
ter Presentation Development.
Screenshot in Figure 1 in the chapter Introduction to Access is
reprinted with permission of Columbia Sportswear Company.
Selected content in the PowerPoint chapters is used with permission
from Cameron Martin, Ph.D., Utah Valley University; Quinn Foote,
Dustin Miller, and Tyler Fox, Utah Valley University DGM Students;
Bryan Stinson, Survival Solutions; and Jan Bentley, Kathleen Richards,
and Diane Hartman, Utah Valley University.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of the Microsoft
Corporation in the U.S.A. and other countries. Screen shots and icons
reprinted with permission from the Microsoft Corporation. This book
is not sponsored or endorsed by or affiliated with the Microsoft
Corporation.
Many of the designations by manufacturers and seller to distinguish
their products are claimed as trademarks. Where those designations
appear in this book, and the publisher was aware of a trademark claim,
the designations have been printed in initial caps or all caps.
USING THE CANADIAN EDITION
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PREFACE
The Exploring Series and You
Exploring is Pearsons Office Application series that requires students like you to think beyond the point
and click. With Office 2010, Exploring has embraced todays student learning styles to support extended
learning beyond the classroom.
The goal of Exploring is, as it has always been, to go further than teaching just the steps to accomplish a
taskthe series provides the theoretical foundation for you to understand when and why to apply a skill.
As a result, you achieve a deeper understanding of each application and can apply this critical thinking
beyond Office and the classroom.
You are plugged in constantly, and Exploring has evolved to meet you halfway to work within your chang-
ing learning styles. Pearson has paid attention to the habits of students today, how you get information, how
you are motivated to do well in class, and what your future goals look like. We asked you and your peers for
acceptance of new tools we designed to address these points, and you responded with a resounding YES!

Here Is What We Learned About You

You go to college or university now with a different set of skills than students did five years ago. The new
edition of Exploring moves you beyond the basics of the software at a faster pace, without sacrificing cov-
erage of the fundamental skills that you need to know. This ensures that you will be engaged from the first
page to the end of the book.
You and your peers have diverse learning styles. With this in mind, we broadened our definition of stu-
dent resources to include Compass, an online skill database; relevant Set-Up Videos filmed in a familiar,
commercial style; and the most powerful online homework and assessment tool around, myitlab. Exploring
will be accessible to all students, regardless of learning style.
You read, prepare, and study differently than students used to. You use textbooks like a toolyou want to
easily identify what you need to know and learn it efficiently. We have added key features that make the con-
tent accessible to you and make the text easy to use.
You are goal-oriented. You want a good grade and you want to be successful in your future career. With this
in mind, we used motivating case studies and Set-Up Videos to aid in the learning now and to show the rel-
evance of the skills to your future careers.
You are Canadian students learning in a Canadian context. You relate better to content that reflects the
world you live in. The examples and exercises draw on Canadian places and interests.

Moving Beyond the Point and Click and

Extending Your Learning Beyond the Classroom
All of these additions will keep you more engaged, helping you to achieve a higher level of understanding
and to complete this course and go on to be successful in your career. In addition to the vision and experi-
ence of the series creator, Robert T. Grauer, we have assembled a tremendously talented team of Office
Applications authors who have devoted themselves to teaching you the ins and outs of Microsoft Word,
Excel, Access, and PowerPoint. Led in this edition by series editor Mary Anne Poatsy, and joined by
Canadian authors Andy Igonor and Randy Jenne, the whole team is equally dedicated to the Exploring mis-
sion of moving you beyond the point and click, and extending your learning beyond the classroom.

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Key Features of Exploring Office 2010

White Pages/Yellow Pages clearly distinguish the theory (white pages) from the skills covered in the
Hands-On Exercises (yellow pages) so students always know what they are supposed to be doing.
Objective Mapping enables students to skip the skills and concepts they know and quickly find those
they do not know by scanning the chapter opener pages for the page numbers of the material they need.
Pull Quotes entice students into the theory by highlighting the most interesting points.
Case Study presents a scenario for the chapter, creating a story that ties the Hands-On Exercises together.
Hands-On Exercises throughout the chapters provide training, as students manipulate sample files to
practise specific skills. Most of these exercises can also be found on myitlab.
Set-Up Video introduces the chapters Case Study to generate student interest and attention and shows
the relevance of the skills to students future work.
FYI Icon indicates that an exercise step includes a skill that is common to more than one application.
FYI Students who require more information on that skill may utilize the Office Fundamentals and File
Management chapter, or Compass for assistance.
Key Terms are defined in the margins to ensure student comprehension.
End-of-Chapter Exercises offer instructors several options for assessment. Each chapter has approxi-
mately 1215 exercises ranging from multiple choice questions to open-ended projects.
CREATIVE CASE DISCOVER
Enhanced Mid-Level Exercises include a Creative Case, which allows students some flexibility and cre-
ativity, not being bound by a definitive solution, as well as Discover Steps, which encourage students to
use Help or to problem-solve to accomplish a task.
A cumulative Capstone Exercise at the end of each chapter ties the use of the application to real-life pro-
fessional situations in different fields. Most of these exercises can also be found on myitlab.
Beyond the Classroom projects include General Cases, Research Cases, and Disaster Recovery Cases.

Instructor Resources
Many of the instructor resources are available on the Instructors Resource CD-ROM
(ISBN 978-0-13-260526-7) or can be downloaded from Pearson Canadas online catalogue at
www.pearsoncanada.ca/highered.
Annotated Solution Files with Scorecards assist with grading the Hands-On Exercises and end-of-chapter
exercises.
Capstone Production Tests allow instructors to assess all skills covered in a chapter with a single project.
Rubrics for Mid-Level Creative Cases and Beyond the Classroom Cases in Microsoft Word format
enable instructors to customize the assignments for their classes.
PowerPoint Presentations with notes for each chapter are included for out-of-class study or review.
Audio PowerPoint Presentations provide an alternate version of the PowerPoint presentations in
which all the lecture notes have been prerecorded.
Lesson Plans provide a detailed blueprint to achieve chapter learning objectives and outcomes.
Objectives List maps chapter objectives to Hands-On Exercises and end-of-chapter exercises.
Multiple Choice Answer Key
Complete Test Bank, also available in TestGen format.
Set-Up Video Exercises provide companion exercises for the Set-Up Video for each chapter.
Syllabus templates for 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week courses.
Grader projects provide live-in-the-application assessment for each chapters Capstone Exercise and
additional Capstone Exercises.
Instructor Reference Cards, available electronically and as printed cards, for each chapter, include:
Concept Summary, which outlines the KEY objectives to cover in class with tips on where students
get stuck as well as how to get them unstuck.
Scripted Lecture, which provides instructors with a lecture outline that mirrors the Hands-On
Exercises.
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Student Resources
Companion Web Site
www.pearsoncanada.ca/canadiancis offers expanded IT resources and downloadable supplements.
Students can find the following self-study tools for each chapter:
Online Study Guide
Chapter Objectives
Glossary
Chapter Objectives Review
Web Resources
Student Data Files
The Student Data Files can also be found on the Pearson Custom Library Web site at
www.pearsoncustom.com/customphit/datafiles.

Business Publishing/Information Technology Web Site

(wps.prenhall.com/bp_it_premium_media)
Set-Up Videos introduce the chapters Case Study to generate student interest and attention and show
the relevance of the skills to students future work.
Compass access for PC and cellphone

Compass
Compass is a searchable database of Microsoft Office 2010 skills that is available for use online on a com-
puter or on your cell phone. Using a keyword look-up system on your computer, the database provides mul-
timedia instructions via videos and at-a-glance frames to remind students how to perform a skill. For stu-
dents on the go, you can use your cellphone to search and access a brief description of a skill and the click-
stream instructions for how to perform the skill. This is a resource for the tech-savvy student, who wants
help and answers right away. Students get access to Compass through myitlab and/or the Business
Publishing/Information Technology Web Site.

Visual Reference Cards

A two-sided reference card for each application provides students with a visual summary of information
and tips specific to each application that provide answers to the most common student questions. The cards
can be easily attached to and detached from the books spiral binding to be used as a bookmark, and all cards
are clearly colour-coded by application. These cards are available as an optional package item requested by
the instructor.

myitlab for Office 2010 is a solution designed by professors for professors that allows
easy delivery of Office courses with defensible assessment and outcomes-based train-
ing. The new Exploring Office 2010 system seamlessly integrates online assessment, training, and projects
with myitlab for Microsoft Office 2010!

myitlab for Office 2010 Features. . .

Assessment and training built to match Exploring Office 2010 instructional content so that myitlab
works with Exploring to move students beyond the point and click.
Both project-based and skill-based assessment and training allow instructors to test and train
students on complete exercises or individual Office application skills.
Full course management functionality includes all instructor and student resources, a complete grade-
book, and the ability to run a variety of reports including detailed student clickstream data.
The most open, realistic, high-fidelity simulation of Office 2010 so students feel like they are learning
Office, not just a simulation.
Grader, a live-in-the-application project-grading tool, enables instructors to assign projects taken from
the end-of-chapter material and additional projects included in the instructor resources. These are graded
automatically, with detailed feedback provided to both instructors and students.

PREFACE