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Page Breaks and Section Breaks

Published 08/01/2025 | BPUK Team | Advice

In the final part of our series on formatting your Word Document for printing, we're turning our attention to page breaks and section breaks. These are vital to ensuring your project looks professional and is readable, and understanding how to use these tools can help you create a polished and organised document, so let's dive in…

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Headers and Footers

Published 23/12/2024 | BPUK Team | General

Next up in our mastering Microsoft Word series, we're taking a look at how you can add headers, footers, and page numbers. No matter what the document you're publishing might be, these are an essential requirement to ensure your work not only looks professional but is easy and engaging to read and follow.

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Microsoft Word Skills, Essential Formatting Tips

Published 18/11/2024 | BPUK Admin | General

Top tips on essential book formatting requirements: Paragraph spacing, line spacing, drop capitals and linked styles.

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How To Set Up Paragraphs In Microsoft Word

Published 11/11/2024 | BPUK Admin | General

Next up in our guide to getting your book ready for printing, we're turning our attention to paragraphs. Mastering paragraph styles in Microsoft Word can transform your document from a jumble of text to a polished, professional-looking piece. Thankfully, Microsoft Word's paragraph styling tools allow you to easily apply consistent, customisable formatting to your document. Ready to get started? Let's take a look at how you can use, create, and customise paragraph styles.

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Mastering Your Word Document Formatting

Published 01/11/2024 | BPUK Admin | General

Utilise features like formatting marks, vertical alignment, and section breaks will make managing and editing your document a breeze, and in this blog, we'll walk you through these crucial techniques.

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Are Printed Magazines a Thing of the Past?

Published 30/10/2024 | BPUK Admin | General

Many might assume that printed magazines are a thing of the past in an era dominated by digital content. However, the reality tells a different story. Recent statistics reveal that approximately 52% of British adults still read printed magazines; intriguingly, seven out of ten millennials engage with them for leisure and entertainment.

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How To Get Started With Your Book in Word

Published 16/10/2024 | BPUK Team | Advice

Are you considering writing a book? Becoming an author is an exciting journey, and once you have your inspiration, Microsoft Word is one of the best tools for helping you put that idea to paper. Alongside its user-friendly interface, the software is packed with accessible features designed to help make writing a book as easy as possible.

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