1. Take advantage of the Smart Art graphics available in Word. You can insert a variety of graphs and charts easily and with stunning results. This kind of extra to your document will give you an edge above the competition.

2. If you are including specific data or information that requires focus, put it in a table. Not only will this make it easy to edit, it will also define it for the reader. 3. Don’t forget about Word’s predesigned projects and templates. They can save you a lot of time… but make sure you adjust them enough to make them unique! 4. Add ALT tags or descriptions to your images for screen readers. 5. Create templates to save time on reproducing similar documents. 6. Where possible, justify blocks of text. Symmetry is much more attractive to the human eye. 7. You can easily reference and source information in your document using hyperlinks. Either globally, (online links) or locally, (links within the document itself) hyperlinks will make your document that touch more interactive. 8. Keep your document dynamic. Inserting images is something that will always keep your readers a little more engaged. Be careful to not overdo it though. Only use appropriate, quality images… and be careful of copyright restrictions! 9. Word can be great for those little projects that need doing and you didn’t know how. Business cards, flyers, menus, among menu others, can be easily created using the already designed Word templates. 10. Don’t overlook the basics. Make sure your typeface is appropriate. NEVER use comic sans, (it has been recognized as the industry standard in unprofessionalism). If you are producing a document for children, reflect that in the font – likewise for professionals. For more Ms Word Tips and Tricks, click to download your free ebook copy here