Lesson 3.7: Shortcut Keys and PDF Export
⌨️ Shortcut Keys
Shortcut keys help you work faster by performing tasks with keyboard combinations instead of using the mouse. Every word processor supports common shortcut keys.
📋 Common Shortcut Keys:
| Action | Shortcut Key |
|---|---|
| New Document | Ctrl + N |
| Open Document | Ctrl + O |
| Save Document | Ctrl + S |
| Ctrl + P | |
| Cut | Ctrl + X |
| Copy | Ctrl + C |
| Paste | Ctrl + V |
| Undo | Ctrl + Z |
| Redo | Ctrl + Y |
| Bold | Ctrl + B |
| Italic | Ctrl + I |
| Underline | Ctrl + U |
| Select All | Ctrl + A |
| Find | Ctrl + F |
| Replace | Ctrl + H |
| Align Left | Ctrl + L |
| Center Text | Ctrl + E |
| Align Right | Ctrl + R |
| Justify Text | Ctrl + J |
Practicing shortcut keys increases speed and productivity in document work.
📄 PDF Export
A PDF (Portable Document Format) is a file format that preserves the formatting of your document. It is ideal for sharing, printing, and official use.
✅ Why Save as PDF?
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The layout and design stay the same
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PDF files can be opened on any device
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More secure (less editable than Word files)
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Good for sending resumes, certificates, applications, etc.
📥 Steps to Export as PDF:
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After finishing your document, go to File → Save As or Export
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Choose PDF as the file format
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Select the location to save
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Click Save
In some versions, you may find:
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File → Export as PDF
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Or Print → Microsoft Print to PDF
Knowing shortcut keys and how to export to PDF makes your word processing work faster, cleaner, and more professional.
