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Editing Features in Word Processing

Terms for editing functions that would be used in a word processing document to complete specific changes.

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AlignmentThe way multiple lines of text line up along the left, right, or both margins
Line SpacingThe spacing between lines of text within a document
Center AlignThe alignment of text between both margins, leaving a jagged left and right margin
ClipboardThe temporary storage location for text or graphics that have been cut or copied
CopyThe word processing feature that allows text or graphics to be copied to another location within a document
CursorThe on-screen blinking character that shows where the next character will appear
CutThe word processing feature that removes text or graphics from the current location in a document
Double SpaceWhen 1 blank line is left between lines of text; striking the Enter key 2 times
EditingThe process of updating a document to make changes, correct errors, and make it visually appealing
FontA specific design for a collection of letters, numbers, and symbols
FooterAllows you to type information below the bottom margin of each page of a document
FormattingThe way text appears, for example: bold, underline, all caps, with color
Function KeysAllow you to quickly access frequently used functions
Grammar CheckThe word processing feature that checks selected words in a document for grammatical errors
HeaderAllows you to type information above the top margin of each page of a document
Horizontal CenteringWhen text is centered between the left and right margins, commonly used when creating invitations, announcements, and title pages
JustifiedThe alignment of text along the left and right margin, leaving no jagged edges
LandscapeThe page orientation in which the width of the page is greater than the height
Left AlignThe alignment of text along the left margin, leaving a jagged right margin
Bullets and NumberingA word processing feature used to arrange items in a list with each item beginning with a bullet or number


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