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Create a Word Document

Objective / Student Outcome

The student can create a Word document, enter some text, and save it in a desired folder. The student can

Date Last Tested

11-19-2025

Screen Reader(s)
  • JAWS
  • NVDA
  • Narrator
  • Fusion
Access Technology Type
  • Screen Magnifier
  • Text-to-Speech (TTS)
Product Developer

Microsoft

Skill Level

Beginner

Operating System

Windows

Application Category (Windows)

Microsoft Office

OS/App Version

Windows 11 25H2 (OS Build 26200.7171) Word For Microsoft 365 Version 2509 Build 16.0.19231.20246

Conceptual Instructions

Open the Microsoft Word application and close the Backstage interface if necessary. To do this, press the Escape key

Cookbook Instructions

Microsoft Word creates a blank document.
Type your document.
Press the F12 key to activate the Save dialog box.
Press the Shift+Tab keystroke until you locate the Tree View.
Use the Up and Down arrow keys to move up and down through the tree view.
Press the Right Arrow key to open a folder.
Press the Left Arrow key to close a folder.
When you find the correct folder, Press the Enter key.
Activate the Save button with the Alt+S keystroke or press the tab key until you find the Save button and press the Enter key.

Trainer Notes

When working in Microsoft word, listen to your screen reader. It will tell you which keystrokes to use. Learn them over time to become more productive.

Paul Hunt