Research Tools

Word's new Research task pane builds on the basic thesaurus and translation tools provided in earlier versions of Word, connecting you to a wide range of online research resources (see Figure 1.1). Some of these services cost money, but most of them are free.

Figure 1.1. Word's Research task pane, showing an online stock quote.

→ For more information about Word's Research task pane, seeWorking with Additional Research Services,” p. 276.

Assuming that you have an Internet connection, Word can connect you to

  • The online Encarta English language dictionary (North American edition, for users throughout North America)

  • Automated translation ...

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