Office XP Basics

Creating a new file in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 2002

There is more than one way to create a new file.

To create a new file using the menu bar:

• Choose FileNew from the menu bar (Ctrl+N).
• The New task pane opens on the right side of your screen, offering several options.
• Hover your mouse pointer over your choice and click.

To create a new file using the Standard toolbar:

• Click the New button.
• A new file appears.