Whenever I write school papers or other written work that specifies a set number of words as a requirement, I use the Quick Parts Field option to add a counter to the top of the document that keeps track of the words typed. This is a supplement to the word counter located at the bottom…Continue Reading

This guide will walk you through the simple process of enabling the word counter toolbar in Microsoft Word. This feature is available in Word 2003 and older. This is a great feature for anyone who is trying to stay within a certain number of words while typing, by enabling this toolbar you will be able…Continue Reading

The other day I was asked by one of my colleagues if I knew how to add the "DRAFT" watermark in Word documents. I must admit, I did not know, so after a little search using Word’s Help content I found that there is an option in Word that enables this feature. Below you will…Continue Reading

"This add-in enables you to embed a Creative Commons license into a document that you create using the popular applications: Microsoft Office Word, Microsoft Office PowerPoint, or Microsoft Office Excel. With a Creative Commons license, authors can express their intentions regarding how their works may be used by others. The add-in downloads the Creative Commons…Continue Reading

Microsoft Word allows you to view the changes that took place between one version of a particular document and another. This tool is specifically useful when writing contracts which can vary from time to time or other documents whose format can be reused and changes tracked. I read about this feature on a recent PC…Continue Reading

Most computer users are not aware that files created from the Microsoft Office Suite (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) may contain hidden information that you may want to keep private. If you’re wondering what kind of information can be obtained, here’s the list; Author information Collaboration information Editing Time Date Created Date Copied and more… To battle this issue…Continue Reading