Creating Tables in Microsoft Word – Part I – Video Tip
Since many of us in the post 35 year old set learned how to type and create documents with a typewriter, we tend to try and use computer word processors like a typewriter. The two technologies couldn't...
View ArticleCreating Tables in Microsoft Word – Part II – Video Tip
In Part I of my "Creating Tables" tip, I discussed what a table was, how to create them, and some basics on how to customize them. In Part II of the tip, I discuss how to use reverse text, cell...
View ArticleYou can change your Internet Home Page – Video Tip
When you buy a new computer, the Internet browser comes pre-configured with a home page (first web site you see when you start your web browser). For PC's, it is usually MSN. For Mac's it is...
View ArticleHow to rename files or folders in Windows – Video Tip
This is the first in a series of many quick technology tips in my new “43 second Tech Tips” feature here at HelpMeRick.com I answer this question a lot throughout my week both in person and in email,...
View ArticleWrap text around pictures in Microsoft Word – Video Tip
If you use Microsoft Word to create any kind of document that includes pictures, wrapping text around a picture can be frustrating. Today's tip will give you some easy to follow steps that will have...
View ArticleEasily create labels with Microsoft Word
Printing labels can save you a lot of time and energy IF you approach the job correctly. Since Microsoft Word is still the leading word processor, I will discuss how to print labels with it. Today's...
View ArticleMicrosoft Word’s AutoComplete and AutoCorrect Functions – Video Tip
If you use Microsoft Word, you may notice that at the end of a letter, if you start typing 'Sin', a little yellow box flashes up with 'Sincerely' in it. Likewise, if you start a letter with 'To whom',...
View ArticleLearn Minesweeper & give Solitaire or FreeCell a Break – Video Tip
Solitaire seems to be a game that is synonymous with computers. Microsoft planted the game in Windows not only for entertainment, but also for new computer users to learn mouse skills (drag,...
View ArticleEasy File Management – Video Tip
You can easily delete and rename files from within almost any computer program. To delete a file or folder: Click File from the menu of any program Click Open In the window that pops up, click ONCE...
View ArticleShopping for a computer? Choose a Chromebook or iPad instead
Black Friday and holiday shopping deals are a week away, if you are still ONLY looking at Windows or Apple computers when you are shopping for a new computing device or upgrade, you are limiting your...
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