Computer Applications and Software Flashcards
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Which keyboard shortcut saves a document in most Windows applications?
Answer: Ctrl + S
Ctrl + S saves the current document, and using it frequently is a best practice to prevent loss of work.
In a word processing application, 'Track Changes' is used to:
Answer: Record edits so reviewers can see additions, deletions, and comments
Track Changes records every edit made to a document, allowing reviewers to accept or reject each modification individually.
What does 'AutoCorrect' do in Microsoft Word?
Answer: Automatically corrects common misspellings and typos as you type
AutoCorrect detects and fixes common typos and misspellings in real time as the typist enters text.
Which view in Microsoft Word shows exactly how the document will look when printed?
Answer: Print Layout view
Print Layout view displays the document as it will appear on paper, including margins, headers, footers, and page breaks.
What is the primary purpose of a spreadsheet's 'freeze panes' feature?
Answer: Keep header rows or columns visible while scrolling through large datasets
Freeze panes keep selected rows or columns stationary on screen so column or row headers remain visible as you scroll through large spreadsheets.
In a database application, a 'query' is used to:
Answer: Extract and display specific records matching defined criteria
A database query retrieves and displays only the records that meet specific search conditions, filtering large datasets efficiently.