DAy 2: Speed Up Your Document Editing with Word Macros

Opening Session: Speed Up Your Document Editing with Word Macros

Presenter: Jennifer Yankopolus

Session Description: Do you spend hours correcting the same types of errors in your documents? What if you could fix common issues like erroneous capitalization, incorrect punctuation, and misspellings with just a keystroke?

In this webinar, you’ll discover powerful automation tools called macros that can speed up your editing process in Microsoft Word. These free tools can help you:

•    Look up words and medical terms online, such as in Google, dictionaries, and searchable databases, instantly.
•    Correct capitalization errors with a single keystroke.
•    Format numbers consistently (for example, changing “three” to “3”).
•    Add or remove punctuation marks without precise mouse clicking.
•    Highlight commonly confused and misused terms so they catch your eye while editing.
•    Correct frequently misspelled medical terms and other words with just one keystroke.

You’ll see live demonstrations of these time-saving techniques and learn how to access over 1,200 free editing tools. Additionally, you'll receive information on how to get started using these tools.

This session is perfect for transcriptionists, editors, and anyone who regularly edits text in Microsoft Word and wants to work more efficiently while reducing repetitive strain from constant mouse clicking.

Note: These tools work with the PC and Mac desktop versions of Microsoft Word only (not the online version).

Learning objectives
1.    Understand how Word automation tools can make routine editing tasks more efficient and less physically demanding
2.    Learn how automation tools can help identify and correct common transcription more efficiently
3.    Explore how using keyboard shortcuts instead of mouse clicks can reduce physical strain while editing