File menu
• New /open/save/save as/ print/share/export/close/ proofing: auto correction
The "File" menu in Microsoft Word, often represented by the iconic floppy disk symbol, is a fundamental part of the application's user interface. It provides access to various file-related commands and options for managing your documents. Here's an overview of the typical contents you'll find in the "File" menu:
New: Allows you to create a new, blank document or choose from a variety of templates to start a document with specific formatting or content.
Open: Enables you to open an existing document from your computer or a cloud storage service like OneDrive. You can browse your files, select one, and open it.
Save: Saves the current document to the location where it was last saved. If it's a new document or hasn't been saved yet, this command will open a dialog box to specify the file name and location.
Save As: Allows you to save the current document with a new name or in a different location. It's handy for creating copies of your document or saving it in various formats (e.g., PDF, DOCX).
Print: Opens the Print dialog, where you can configure printing options, select a printer, and print the document. You can also use this command to create PDFs or send documents to a virtual printer.
Share: Provides options for sharing your document with others, including sending it as an email attachment or sharing a link via OneDrive or SharePoint.
Export: Allows you to save the document in different formats, such as PDF, XPS, or as a web page, for various sharing and publishing purposes.
Close: Closes the current document but keeps Microsoft Word open. If there are unsaved changes, it will prompt you to save them before closing.
Info: Displays document properties and information, including author details, statistics (word count, page count), and permissions. You can also access version history if you're using a cloud-connected service.
Account: Provides options for managing your Microsoft account, signing in or out, and accessing subscription details (for Microsoft 365 users).
Options: Opens the Word Options dialog box, where you can customize various settings related to the Word application itself, such as proofing, display, and advanced settings.
Exit (or Close Word): Closes the entire Microsoft Word application. If there are unsaved changes in any open documents, it will prompt you to save them.
Please note that the specific options and commands in the "File" menu may vary slightly depending on the version of Microsoft Word you are using. The menu is designed to give you control over the essential document management tasks, including creating, opening, saving, printing, and sharing your documents.