Publisher Lesson 1: Introduction to Microsoft Publisher 2013

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In this lesson, you will get a general introduction to Microsoft Publisher 2013. You will learn some of the basics of publication design, the user interface and Publisher’s essential capabilities. Finally, you will learn how to use the Help application.

What you’ll learn in this lesson:

  • About the types of documents that can be created in a Publisher document
  • About the views and interface of Microsoft Publisher 2013
  • Opening a new blank document and a document based on a Publisher template
  • Customizing the View of the Publisher window
  • Customizing the Publisher Quick Access Toolbar

Starting up

You will not need to work with any files for this lesson.

What is Publisher?

Publisher is an application that helps you create professional-looking publications quickly and easily. It is available in certain editions of Microsoft Office and can also be purchased separately.

Publisher combines the power of a word processor and the creativity of a graphics application into one flexible and easy-to-use tool for creating newsletters, brochures, letterheads, and business cards without having to study for a degree in graphic design.

Ways to use Publisher

You can use Publisher to create, design, and edit publications. You can use Publisher for tasks such as:

  • Create publications, from your own designs or included templates ...

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