What is word processor and types

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WordPerfect, a word processor first released for minicomputers in 1979 and later ported to microcomputers, running on Windows XP

A word processor (WP)[1][2] is a device or computer program that provides for input, editing, formatting, and output of text, often with some additional features.

Early word processors were stand-alone devices dedicated to the function, but current word processors are word processor programs running on general purpose computers.

The functions of a word processor program fall somewhere between those of a simple text editor and a fully functioned desktop publishing program. However, the distinctions between these three have changed over time and were unclear after 2010.[3][4]

Background[edit]

Word processors did not develop out of computer technology. Rather, they evolved from mechanical machines and only later did they merge with the computer field.[5] The history of word processing is the story of the gradual automation of the physical aspects of writing and editing, and then to the refinement of the technology to make it available to corporations and Individuals.

The term word processing appeared in American offices in early 1970s centered on the idea of streamlining the work to typists, but the meaning soon shifted toward the automation of the whole editing cycle.

At first, the designers of word processing systems combined existing technologies with emerging ones to develop stand-alone equipment, creating a new business distinct from the emerging world of the personal computer. The concept of word processing arose from the more general data processing, which since the 1950s had been the application of computers to business administration.[6]

Through history, there have been three types of word processors: mechanical, electronic and software.

Mechanical word processing[edit]

The first word processing device (a «Machine for Transcribing Letters» that appears to have been similar to a typewriter) was patented by Henry Mill for a machine that was capable of «writing so clearly and accurately you could not distinguish it from a printing press».[7] More than a century later, another patent appeared in the name of William Austin Burt for the typographer. In the late 19th century, Christopher Latham Sholes[8] created the first recognizable typewriter although it was a large size, which was described as a «literary piano».[9]

The only «word processing» these mechanical systems could perform was to change where letters appeared on the page, to fill in spaces that were previously left on the page, or to skip over lines. It was not until decades later that the introduction of electricity and electronics into typewriters began to help the writer with the mechanical part. The term “word processing” (translated from the German word Textverarbeitung) itself was created in the 1950s by Ulrich Steinhilper, a German IBM typewriter sales executive. However, it did not make its appearance in 1960s office management or computing literature (an example of grey literature), though many of the ideas, products, and technologies to which it would later be applied were already well known. Nonetheless, by 1971 the term was recognized by the New York Times[10] as a business «buzz word». Word processing paralleled the more general «data processing», or the application of computers to business administration.

Thus by 1972 discussion of word processing was common in publications devoted to business office management and technology, and by the mid-1970s the term would have been familiar to any office manager who consulted business periodicals.

Electromechanical and electronic word processing[edit]

By the late 1960s, IBM had developed the IBM MT/ST (Magnetic Tape/Selectric Typewriter). This was a model of the IBM Selectric typewriter from the earlier part of this decade, but it came built into its own desk, integrated with magnetic tape recording and playback facilities along with controls and a bank of electrical relays. The MT/ST automated word wrap, but it had no screen. This device allowed a user to rewrite text that had been written on another tape, and it also allowed limited collaboration in the sense that a user could send the tape to another person to let them edit the document or make a copy. It was a revolution for the word processing industry. In 1969, the tapes were replaced by magnetic cards. These memory cards were inserted into an extra device that accompanied the MT/ST, able to read and record users’ work.

In the early 1970s, word processing began to slowly shift from glorified typewriters augmented with electronic features to become fully computer-based (although only with single-purpose hardware) with the development of several innovations. Just before the arrival of the personal computer (PC), IBM developed the floppy disk. In the early 1970s, the first word-processing systems appeared which allowed display and editing of documents on CRT screens.

During this era, these early stand-alone word processing systems were designed, built, and marketed by several pioneering companies. Linolex Systems was founded in 1970 by James Lincoln and Robert Oleksiak. Linolex based its technology on microprocessors, floppy drives and software. It was a computer-based system for application in the word processing businesses and it sold systems through its own sales force. With a base of installed systems in over 500 sites, Linolex Systems sold 3 million units in 1975 — a year before the Apple computer was released.[11]

At that time, the Lexitron Corporation also produced a series of dedicated word-processing microcomputers. Lexitron was the first to use a full-sized video display screen (CRT) in its models by 1978. Lexitron also used 514 inch floppy diskettes, which became the standard in the personal computer field. The program disk was inserted in one drive, and the system booted up. The data diskette was then put in the second drive. The operating system and the word processing program were combined in one file.[12]

Another of the early word processing adopters was Vydec, which created in 1973 the first modern text processor, the «Vydec Word Processing System». It had built-in multiple functions like the ability to share content by diskette and print it.[further explanation needed] The Vydec Word Processing System sold for $12,000 at the time, (about $60,000 adjusted for inflation).[13]

The Redactron Corporation (organized by Evelyn Berezin in 1969) designed and manufactured editing systems, including correcting/editing typewriters, cassette and card units, and eventually a word processor called the Data Secretary. The Burroughs Corporation acquired Redactron in 1976.[14]

A CRT-based system by Wang Laboratories became one of the most popular systems of the 1970s and early 1980s. The Wang system displayed text on a CRT screen, and incorporated virtually every fundamental characteristic of word processors as they are known today. While early computerized word processor system were often expensive and hard to use (that is, like the computer mainframes of the 1960s), the Wang system was a true office machine, affordable to organizations such as medium-sized law firms, and easily mastered and operated by secretarial staff.

The phrase «word processor» rapidly came to refer to CRT-based machines similar to Wang’s. Numerous machines of this kind emerged, typically marketed by traditional office-equipment companies such as IBM, Lanier (AES Data machines — re-badged), CPT, and NBI. All were specialized, dedicated, proprietary systems, with prices in the $10,000 range. Cheap general-purpose personal computers were still the domain of hobbyists.

Japanese word processor devices[edit]

In Japan, even though typewriters with Japanese writing system had widely been used for businesses and governments, they were limited to specialists who required special skills due to the wide variety of letters, until computer-based devices came onto the market. In 1977, Sharp showcased a prototype of a computer-based word processing dedicated device with Japanese writing system in Business Show in Tokyo.[15][16]

Toshiba released the first Japanese word processor JW-10 in February 1979.[17] The price was 6,300,000 JPY, equivalent to US$45,000. This is selected as one of the milestones of IEEE.[18]

Toshiba Rupo JW-P22(K)(March 1986) and an optional micro floppy disk drive unit JW-F201

The Japanese writing system uses a large number of kanji (logographic Chinese characters) which require 2 bytes to store, so having one key per each symbol is infeasible. Japanese word processing became possible with the development of the Japanese input method (a sequence of keypresses, with visual feedback, which selects a character) — now widely used in personal computers. Oki launched OKI WORD EDITOR-200 in March 1979 with this kana-based keyboard input system. In 1980 several electronics and office equipment brands entered this rapidly growing market with more compact and affordable devices. While the average unit price in 1980 was 2,000,000 JPY (US$14,300), it was dropped to 164,000 JPY (US$1,200) in 1985.[19] Even after personal computers became widely available, Japanese word processors remained popular as they tended to be more portable (an «office computer» was initially too large to carry around), and become necessities in business and academics, even for private individuals in the second half of the 1980s.[20] The phrase «word processor» has been abbreviated as «Wa-pro» or «wapuro» in Japanese.

Word processing software[edit]

The final step in word processing came with the advent of the personal computer in the late 1970s and 1980s and with the subsequent creation of word processing software. Word processing software that would create much more complex and capable output was developed and prices began to fall, making them more accessible to the public. By the late 1970s, computerized word processors were still primarily used by employees composing documents for large and midsized businesses (e.g., law firms and newspapers). Within a few years, the falling prices of PCs made word processing available for the first time to all writers in the convenience of their homes.

The first word processing program for personal computers (microcomputers) was Electric Pencil, from Michael Shrayer Software, which went on sale in December 1976. In 1978 WordStar appeared and because of its many new features soon dominated the market. However, WordStar was written for the early CP/M (Control Program–Micro) operating system, and by the time it was rewritten for the newer MS-DOS (Microsoft Disk Operating System), it was obsolete. Suddenly, WordPerfect dominated the word processing programs during the DOS era, while there was a large variety of less successful programs.

Early word processing software was not as intuitive as word processor devices. Most early word processing software required users to memorize semi-mnemonic key combinations rather than pressing keys such as «copy» or «bold». Moreover, CP/M lacked cursor keys; for example WordStar used the E-S-D-X-centered «diamond» for cursor navigation. However, the price differences between dedicated word processors and general-purpose PCs, and the value added to the latter by software such as “killer app” spreadsheet applications, e.g. VisiCalc and Lotus 1-2-3, were so compelling that personal computers and word processing software became serious competition for the dedicated machines and soon dominated the market.

Then in the late 1980s innovations such as the advent of laser printers, a «typographic» approach to word processing (WYSIWYG — What You See Is What You Get), using bitmap displays with multiple fonts (pioneered by the Xerox Alto computer and Bravo word processing program), and graphical user interfaces such as “copy and paste” (another Xerox PARC innovation, with the Gypsy word processor). These were popularized by MacWrite on the Apple Macintosh in 1983, and Microsoft Word on the IBM PC in 1984. These were probably the first true WYSIWYG word processors to become known to many people.
Of particular interest also is the standardization of TrueType fonts used in both Macintosh and Windows PCs. While the publishers of the operating systems provide TrueType typefaces, they are largely gathered from traditional typefaces converted by smaller font publishing houses to replicate standard fonts. Demand for new and interesting fonts, which can be found free of copyright restrictions, or commissioned from font designers, occurred.

The growing popularity of the Windows operating system in the 1990s later took Microsoft Word along with it. Originally called «Microsoft Multi-Tool Word», this program quickly became a synonym for “word processor”.

From early in the 21st century Google Docs popularized the transition to online or offline web browser based word processing, this was enabled by the widespread adoption of suitable internet connectivity in businesses and domestic households and later the popularity of smartphones. Google Docs enabled word processing from within any vendor’s web browser, which could run on any vendor’s operating system on any physical device type including tablets and smartphones, although offline editing is limited to a few Chromium based web browsers. Google Docs also enabled the significant growth of use of information technology such as remote access to files and collaborative real-time editing, both becoming simple to do with little or no need for costly software and specialist IT support.

See also[edit]

  • List of word processors
  • Formatted text

References[edit]

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  6. ^ W.A. Kleinschrod, «The ‘Gal Friday’ is a Typing Specialist Now,» Administrative Management vol. 32, no. 6, 1971, pp. 20-27
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  8. ^ See also Samuel W. Soule and Carlos Glidden.
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  11. ^ Linolex Systems, Internal Communications & Disclosure in 3M acquisition, The Petritz Collection, 1975.
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What Is Word Processor?

Word processor is a type of application software, which is being widely used in different fields at present. With the help of a word processor, you can create any type of document. Microsoft word is a very popular word processor software.

Word processors software creates many types of word files extensions like — text files (.txt), rich text files (.rtf), HTML files (.htm & .html), and Word files (.doc & .docx).

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There are various examples of word processor software, which names are given below.

  • Microsoft Word
  • Google Docs
  • iWork Pages
  • OpenOffice Writer
  • WordPerfect
  • FocusWriter
  • LibreOffice Writer
  • AbiWord
  • WPS Word
  • Polaris Docs
  • Writemonkey
  • Dropbox Paper
  • Scribus
  • Zoho Docs Writer

1. Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word

Picture of Microsoft Word Logo

Microsoft Word ( MS) is a word processing software developed by Microsoft company. It was first released on October 25, 1983, as a replacement for the Microsoft Basic program.

As of 2021, it is the most popular word processing application in the world, with over 240 million active users.

Word is used for a variety of purposes, including composing text, creating documents, formatting text, and creating tables and diagrams.

It also supports a wide range of fonts and colors, as well as advanced formatting features such as headings, subheadings, lists, and tables.

2. Google Docs

Google Doc

Google Docs — Examples of Word Processor

Google Docs is a free online application that lets you create, edit, and share documents with others.

It includes features such as an easy-to-use interface, collaboration features, and automatic updates.

Documents can be edited in any web browser, and they are stored in the Google Docs cloud.

Google Docs is a great tool for businesses of all sizes. It’s perfect for creating and sharing documents with colleagues, clients, or customers.

It also makes it easy to keep track of changes and updates to your documents.

3. iWork Pages

iWork Page is a cloud-based platform that allows users to create and manage their own websites and online portfolios.

It includes features such as a drag-and-drop website builder, unlimited storage space, and the ability to add custom domains.

iWork Pages also offers a variety of marketing tools, including social media integration, email marketing, and AdWords campaigns.

4. OpenOffice Writer

OpenOffice Writer is a free and open-source office suite that includes a word processor, a spreadsheet application, and a presentation program.

It is available for all major operating systems, and it has been downloaded more than 100 million times.

OpenOffice Writer is perfect for anyone who wants to create professional-grade documents easily and quickly.

It has all the features you would expect in a top-of-the-line word processor, including support for spell checking, grammar checking, and syntax highlighting.

It also has a wide range of features for working with documents, including support for embedding images and videos, creating tables and charts, and more.

5. WordPerfect

WordPerfect

Examples of Word Processor — WordPerfect

WordPerfect is a software suite that was first released in 1987 and is still used by millions of people today.

It includes a word processor, a spreadsheet program, a presentation program, and a graphics program.

It is popular for its ease of use and its ability to handle long documents with ease.

WordPerfect is versatile and reliable, and it can be used by both small businesses and professionals who need a high-quality word processing solution.

If you’re looking for affordable, reliable software that’s been around for years, WordPerfect is definitely worth considering.

6. FocusWriter

The FocusWriter platform provides users with detailed writing instructions, as well as a range of helpful tools and resources that make it easy to create high-quality content.

In addition, the platform offers a variety of customization options that allow users to create content that is specific to their needs and interests.

FocusWriter is perfect for anyone who wants to improve their writing skills, increase their online presence, or boost the effectiveness of their marketing campaigns.

It’s also a great resource for individuals who want to learn more about various business topics.

7. LibreOffice Writer

LibreOffice Writer is a free, open-source office productivity software that enables users to create, edit, and format documents using a variety of standard text and graphics editors.

It includes a word processor, spreadsheet application, presentation software, and more.

LibreOffice Writer is available for Windows, macOS, Android, and iOS operating systems.

8. AbiWord

AbiWord is a word processing program that can be used to create documents in a variety of languages, including English.

It offers a variety of features, such as support for spell checking, grammar checking, and hyphenation.

It is also able to generate PDF and EPUB files from your documents.

AbiWord is free to download and use, and it is available on most major platforms, including Windows, macOS, and Linux.

9. WPS Word

WPS Word is an all-in-one word processing and office suite that provides a user with everything they need to create and edit professional documents.

It includes a word processor, a spreadsheet application, a presentation tool, and a password manager.

WPS Word is available as a free download on the Microsoft Windows platform.

10. Polaris Docs

Polaris Docs is a cloud-based document management service that helps small businesses and freelancers to easily manage and share their PDF files, documents, and presentations.

It offers a wide range of features such as password protection, tracking, versioning, and collaboration.

Polaris Docs is also HIPAA compliant and can be used for a variety of purposes such as legal filings, marketing materials, and more.

11. Writemonkey

Writemonkey is a popular online word processor that’s been around since 2001.

It’s a great choice for anyone looking for a simple, yet powerful tool to help them write and edit text.

Some of the features that make Writemonkey stand out include A wide variety of formatting options, including text formatting, table formatting, and image formatting.

The ability to add links, graphics, and tables directly into your document.

A user-friendly interface that makes editing easy. Support for multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Chinese

12. Dropbox Paper

Dropbox Paper is a new way to save and share your work with coworkers, clients, or friends.

It’s an online platform that lets you add documents, images, and videos to a library and share them with others. You can also comment on and rate each item.

Dropbox Paper is perfect for Help Desk workers who need to share workarounds, solutions, or screenshots with other team members.

It can also be helpful for clients who need quick access to product documentation or customer service responses.

13. Scribus

Scribus is a free, open-source document production system designed for the professional desktop publishing market.

It is a cross-platform application that runs on Windows, Mac OS X, and various UNIX platforms.

It can be used for tasks such as content creation, layout, design, printing, and exporting to various formats.

14. Zoho Docs Writer

Zoho Docs Writer is a simple, fast, and affordable online document editor that lets you easily create, edit, and share documents with others.

It’s perfect for creating and editing documents such as resumes, cover letters, business proposals, and more.

You can also use it to create PDFs and DOCs files that can be shared with others.

Zoho Docs Writer is available free of charge to everyone who registers for a Zoho account. It’s easy to use and requires no special skills or knowledge.

Features of Word Processor Software

There are various features of word processor software, which features are given below.

  • Text formatting
  • Text Copy
  • Text Cut
  • Text Paste
  • Multimedia
  • Spelling and Grammar
  • Adjust the layout
  • Find Feature
  • Search and Replace
  • Indentation and lists
  • Insert table
  • Word wrap
  • Header and footer
  • Thesaurus
  • Multiple windows
  • AutoCorrect
  • Mailers and labels
  • Import data
  • Merge
  • Macros
  • Collaboration

What are the Types of Word Processor?

There are various types of word processor software, which are given below.

  • Microsoft Word
  • Google Docs
  • iWork Pages
  • OpenOffice Writer
  • WordPerfect
  • FocusWriter
  • LibreOffice Writer
  • AbiWord
  • WPS Word
  • Polaris Docs
  • Writemonkey
  • Dropbox Paper
  • Scribus
  • Zoho Docs Writer
  • These all are types of word processor software.

    Conclusion

    Although Microsoft Word is a very popular word processor software around the world. But like Microsoft Word, there are many processor software that you can use.

    Today there are many options of word processor software in front of you, but you have to choose which word processor software is right for you, although what we have told about the word processor, all the word processor software is very good.

    Today, due to the presence of many word processors, you must be a little worried, about which word processor will be best for me, although the interface of all word processor software is different, you have to choose which word processor software is good for you.

    FAQ Related to Word Processor

    What are the 5 examples of word processor?

    5 examples of word processor, which are given below.

    1. WordPad
    2. Notepad
    3. WordPerfect
    4. Microsoft Word
    5. Lotus word Pro

    What are the 7 examples of word processor?

    1. Microsoft Word
    2. Google Docs
    3. iWork Pages
    4. OpenOffice Writer
    5. WordPerfect
    6. FocusWriter
    7. LibreOffice Writer

    What is the most popular word processor?

    Microsoft Word is the most popular word processor software worldwide.

    Is Google Docs a word processor?

    Yes, Google Docs is a online word processor.

    A word processor (WP) is a device or computer program that provides for input, editing, formatting, and output of text, often with some additional features. … The functions of a word processor program fall somewhere between those of a simple text editor and a fully functioned desktop publishing program.

    Which of the following is a word processor?

    WordPerfect, Wordpad and MS Word are word processing software.

    Is Microsoft Word a word processor?

    Microsoft Word – Word Processing Software | Office.

    What are 10 features of Microsoft Word?

    What are 10 features of Microsoft Word?

    • Changing case.
    • Create a custom tab.
    • Quick parts.
    • Add placeholder text.
    • Edit wrap points when wrapping text.
    • Convert a list to a table.
    • Convert a bulleted list to SmartArt.
    • Quick selection methods.

    Can I just download Microsoft Word?

    If you wish to use only Word and do not want to install the suite’s other components, then your best option would be just to purchase and install Word outright and not worry about getting the office suite at all. Word can be obtained online for a one-time installation fee of $129.

    Is Apple pages a word processor?

    Pages is a powerful word processor that lets you create stunning documents, and comes included with most Apple devices. And with real-time collaboration, your team can work together from anywhere, whether they’re on Mac, iPad, iPhone or a PC.

    Is word processor software answers?

    A word processor is software or a device that allows users to create, edit, and print documents. It enables you to write text, store it electronically, display it on a screen, modify it by entering commands and characters from the keyboard, and print it.

    Is Google Docs a word processor?

    Google Docs is an online word processor that lets you create and format documents and work with other people.

    What are the types of word processor?

    Word processors are of 3 types which are electronic, mechanical, and software.

    Examples or Applications of a Word Processing Software :

    • Wordpad.
    • Microsoft Word.
    • Lotus word pro.
    • Notepad.
    • WordPerfect (Windows only),
    • AppleWorks (Mac only),
    • Work pages.
    • OpenOffice Writer.

    What are the advantages of word processor?

    What are the advantages of word processing?

    • It is faster and easier than writing by hand.
    • You can store documents on your computer, which you cannot do on a typewriter.
    • There are more formatting choices with a word processor (the spelling, grammar and language tools).
    • You can print copies of your documents.

    What is the purpose of word processors?

    Word processor, computer program used to write and revise documents, compose the layout of the text, and preview on a computer monitor how the printed copy will appear. The last capability is known as “what you see is what you get” (WYSIWYG; pronounced wi-zē-wig).

    What are the 5 examples of word processor?

    Examples of word processor programs

    • Abiword.
    • Apple iWork – Pages.
    • Apple TextEdit – Apple macOS included word processor.
    • Corel WordPerfect.
    • Dropbox Paper (online and free).
    • Google Docs (online and free).
    • LibreOffice -> Writer (free).
    • Microsoft Office -> Microsoft Word.

    What is an example of Microsoft Word?

    The correct answer is Application Software. MS Word is an example of application software developed by the company Microsoft. It allows users to type and save documents.

    Is Notepad a word processor?

    Notepad is a text editor, meant for basic plain text entry, while WordPad is a word processor, meant for formatting and printing documents—like Microsoft Word, but not quite as advanced. They aren’t the only programs in their respective categories, either.

    What is a word processor class 9?

    Answer: A Software or a computer that enables users to build, edit, and print documents is a word processor. It helps users to write text, save it electronically, show it on a computer, edit it by entering keyboard commands and characters, and print it out. … People can type words faster than writing in a pen.

    What is word processing job?

    A word processor, or typist, generally works in an office setting. As a word processor, your job duties involve preparing reports, correspondence, and other written documents using a computer and word processing software. They also use fax machines, scanners, copiers, and other equipment on a regular basis.

    Is Pages better than word?

    Word has a good selection of templates, but for our money the selection in Pages is better. Pages has 65 templates compared to Word’s 18 (a lot of Pages templates are slight variations, however). As with most things Apple, the design of its templates are just marginally better looking in all respects.

    Can I open a Pages document in word?

    Opening a Pages Format File from Mac in Microsoft Windows

    Right-click on the . pages file and choose “Rename” … zip file to be able to open and access the Pages format content within Microsoft Word, Office, or WordPad.

    Do Macs come with word?

    You can use Word, Excel, and Powerpoint on a MacBook, just like on any other laptop. You just have to buy this 365 software separately, because it’s not included with a MacBook by default. … The most often used applications such as Word, Excel, and Powerpoint, are always included.

    Does Windows 10 come with Word?

    Windows 10 includes online versions of OneNote, Word, Excel and PowerPoint from Microsoft Office. The online programs often have their own apps as well, including apps for Android and Apple smartphones and tablets.

    How do I install Microsoft Word?

    Sign in to download and install Office

    1. Go to www.office.com and if you’re not already signed in, select Sign in. …
    2. Sign in with the account you associated with this version of Office. …
    3. After signing in, follow the steps that match the type of account you signed in with. …
    4. This completes the download of Office to your device.

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    What is the 3 types of word processors?

    Through history, there have been three types of word processors: mechanical, electronic and software.

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    What is word processor and examples?

    A word processor, or word processing program, does exactly what the name implies. It processes words. It also processes paragraphs, pages, and entire papers. Some examples of word processing programs include Microsoft Word, WordPerfect (Windows only), AppleWorks (Mac only), and OpenOffice.org.

    What are the four word processing?

    There are four primary functions of word processors: composing, editing, saving and printing.

    What is word processor class 10?

    Answer: A Software or a computer that enables users to build, edit, and print documents is a word processor. It helps users to write text, save it electronically, show it on a computer, edit it by entering keyboard commands and characters, and print it out.

    What are uses of word processor?

    word processor, computer program used to write and revise documents, compose the layout of the text, and preview on a computer monitor how the printed copy will appear.

    What are popular word processors?

    Microsoft Word and Google Docs are two of the most common word processing software applications.

    Is Microsoft Word a word processor?

    Microsoft Word – Word Processing Software | Office.

    What is Microsoft Word processor?

    Sometimes abbreviated as WP, a word processor is a software program capable of creating, storing, and printing typed documents. Today, the word processor is one of the most frequently used software programs on a computer, with Microsoft Word being the most popular word processor.

    What is the difference between word processor and Microsoft Word?

    The difference between Microsoft Word and word processing is that word processing is a generic term that refers to any program that allows you to edit and format text. Microsoft Word is a popular brand of word processing software.

    What is the difference between a word processor and word processing?

    Word processing is the production, storage, and manipulation of text on a computer or word processor, while word processor is a program or machine for storing, manipulating, and formatting text entered from a keyboard and providing a printout.

    Is Excel a word processor?

    Microsoft Word, OpenOffice Writer and WordPerfect are examples of word processing programs. … Microsoft Excel, OpenOffice Calc and Lotus 1-2-3 are examples of spreadsheet programs. Like the word processing applications, each spreadsheet program can open files created in another application.

    Is Notepad a word processor?

    Notepad is a word processing program, which allows changing of text in a computer file. … It is a text editor, a very simple word processor. It has been a part of Microsoft Windows since 1985. The program has options such as changing the font, the font size, and the font style.

    How many versions of Microsoft Word are there?

    Release history

    Year released Name Version
    2006 Microsoft Word 2007 12.0
    2010 Word 2010 14.0
    2013 Word 2013 15.0
    2016 Word 2016 16.0

    What are the 5 views in Microsoft Word?

    Word can display your document in one of five views, which can help you better understand the layout, margins, and page breaks in your document:

    • Print Layout: …
    • Full Screen Reading: …
    • Web Layout: …
    • Outline (also called Master Document Tools): …
    • Draft:

    How many types of MS Office are there?

    Microsoft also rebranded most of their standard Office 365 editions into Microsoft 365 to emphasize their current inclusion of products and services.

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    A word processor is a device or computer program that provides for input, editing, formatting, and output of text, often with some additional features.
    Early word processors were stand-alone devices dedicated to the function, but current word processors are word processor programs running on general purpose computers.

    What is word processor explain?

    Word processor, computer program used to write and revise documents, compose the layout of the text, and preview on a computer monitor how the printed copy will appear. … Modern word processors also have many features once reserved for desktop publishing systems, such as table creation and importation of graphic images.

    What is word processor with example?

    One example of a Word Processor is Microsoft Word, but other word processing applications are also widely used. Examples include: Microsoft Works Word Processor, Open Office Writer, Word Perfect and Google Drive Document.. but certainly not limited to) reports, letters, memos, newsletters and brochures.

    What is word processor What are its types?

    The word “word processor” means it processes words with pages and paragraphs. Word processors are of 3 types which are electronic, mechanical, and software.

    What is word processor and explain about it?

    A word processor is software or a device that allows users to create, edit, and print documents. It enables you to write text, store it electronically, display it on a screen, modify it by entering commands and characters from the keyboard, and print it. Of all computer applications, word processing is the most common.

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    What is word processor and its advantages?

    Advantages of using a word processor over a manual type writer. A document can be stored in a computer for future reference. Have special editing tools eg spelling and grammar checkers. One can easily insert or replace a word or phrase without affecting the neatness of a document.

    What is a word processor short answer?

    A word processor (WP) is a device or computer program that provides for input, editing, formatting, and output of text, often with some additional features. … The functions of a word processor program fall somewhere between those of a simple text editor and a fully functioned desktop publishing program.

    What is word processing basics?

    Word processing is an application program that allows you to create letters, reports, newsletters, tables, form letters, brochures, and Web pages. Using this application program you can add pictures, tables, and charts to your documents. You can also check spelling and grammar.

    Is Apple pages a word processor?

    Pages is a powerful word processor that lets you create stunning documents, and comes included with most Apple devices. And with real-time collaboration, your team can work together from anywhere, whether they’re on Mac, iPad, iPhone or using a PC.

    Which software is used in word processing?

    Microsoft Word and Google Docs are two of the most common word processing software applications.

    What are the 5 examples of word processor?

    Examples of word processor programs

    • Abiword.
    • Apple iWork — Pages.
    • Apple TextEdit — Apple macOS included word processor.
    • Corel WordPerfect.
    • Dropbox Paper (online and free).
    • Google Docs (online and free).
    • LibreOffice -> Writer (free).
    • Microsoft Office -> Microsoft Word.

    What is word processor give two examples?

    A word processor, or word processing program, does exactly what the name implies. It processes words. It also processes paragraphs, pages, and entire papers. Some examples of word processing programs include Microsoft Word, WordPerfect (Windows only), AppleWorks (Mac only), and OpenOffice.org.

    What is the best word processor?

    Best Free Word Processors (2021)

    • Google Docs.
    • Microsoft Word 365.
    • LibreOffice.
    • Apache OpenOffice.
    • Polaris Office.
    • Zoho Writer.
    • Dropbox Paper.
    • Apple Pages.

    What are some common uses for word processing software?

    Some of the functions of word processing software include:

    • Creating, editing, saving and printing documents.
    • Copying, pasting, moving and deleting text within a document.
    • Formatting text, such as font type, bolding, underlining or italicizing.
    • Creating and editing tables.

    What is a word processor class 9?

    Answer: A Software or a computer that enables users to build, edit, and print documents is a word processor. It helps users to write text, save it electronically, show it on a computer, edit it by entering keyboard commands and characters, and print it out. … People can type words faster than writing in a pen.

    Is Apple pages better than word?

    That said, if you are looking at self publishing, Pages does have it’s own macOS app built for publishing into Apple Books. Winner: Microsoft Word. It is simply the most feature-rich of all the word processors, and it is also the writing standard for many publishers. Plus, collaboration is at its best in Word.

    Which is better word or Pages?

    Microsoft Word is universally available, more flexible on storage options, and offers more features out of the box. But at the same time, some may find it bloated. In that case, I would advise going for Pages and if that’s not the case with you, then go with Microsoft Word.

    Can I open a Pages document in word?

    Pages is a word processing and document-creation program designed by Apple. … If you have a Pages document that you want to open in Word, you must save the document as a . doc file and then open it in Word.

    What is word processing and its features?

    What is word processing and its features? A word processor is software or a device that allows users to create, edit, and print documents. It enables you to write text, store it electronically, display it on a screen, modify it by entering commands and characters from the keyboard, and print it.

    What is word processing job?

    A word processor, or typist, generally works in an office setting. As a word processor, your job duties involve preparing reports, correspondence, and other written documents using a computer and word processing software. They also use fax machines, scanners, copiers, and other equipment on a regular basis.

    What are the 8 parts of basic word processing?

    The basics of the Word window

    • Title bar. This displays the document name followed by a program name.
    • Menu bar. This contains a list of options to manage and customize documents.
    • Standard toolbar. …
    • Formatting toolbar. …
    • Ruler. …
    • Insertion point. …
    • End-of-document marker. …
    • Help.

    Is Notepad a word processor?

    Notepad is a text editor, meant for basic plain text entry, while WordPad is a word processor, meant for formatting and printing documents—like Microsoft Word, but not quite as advanced. They aren’t the only programs in their respective categories, either.

    How do you make a word processor?

    Create a document

    1. Open Word. Or, if Word is already open, select File > New.
    2. In the Search for online templates box, enter a search word like letter, resume, or invoice. Or, select a category under the search box like Business, Personal, or Education.
    3. Click a template to see a preview. …
    4. Select Create.

    What are the disadvantages of word processor?

    If you want to write something down quickly, it can take more time to switch the computer on, open the word processor and set up the document. Sometimes pen and paper is faster.

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