Word Processing & ShortcutsBy: Carmen Willings
teachingvisuallyimpaired.com Updated June 9, 2019 Word processing skills follow a natural extension and application of keyboarding skills. The student should learn to independently use a word processor to create, proofread, edit and print a document. Becoming familiar with the shortcuts will help the students complete assignments faster and minimize the need to locate the pointer or cursor, thus reducing visual fatigue or possible neck strain. This is particularly important for students to learn when accessibility features cannot be accessed or screen magnification is not accessible.
The following is a list of
Window's built-in shortcut keys. These shortcuts are for computers with a Win
Logo Key on the keyboard. Some of these may not be available or may have
different actions depending on your software. To find shortcuts specific to
your computer (if these do not work), use a search engine and search
"keyboard commands without a mouse". I developed the following forms
for quick reference when I am instructing students on keyboarding skills. You
can click on the bottom corner to enlarge the form or download and print it for
your reference.
Word Processing InstructionStudents can be instructed in using Windows Keystrokes for needed applications and use Word Processing Software to complete written assignments with few errors per assignment. Students will also need to be instructed in how to use the internet including how to open the browser, read a web page, activate a link, utilize the search command, type in an internet address and locate a page.
The student will also need to be instructed on how to:
Download and/or Print the Shortcut Keys on the Printables page
A list of windows keyboard shortcuts can be found on Microsoft's support page.
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