13. Word Processing

A1: Select first, then do it to it.
A2: I-beam:

Insertion point:

Pointer:

A3: I-beam.
A4: Insertion point.
A5: Either the character to its left, or the specifications you choose from the menu while the insertion point is flashing.
A6: Usually Command B for Bold, Command I for Italic, Command U for Underline. Some applications also use a Shift key in combination (for instance, Command Shift B to change to Bold).
A7: Press Command ...

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