Microsoft Office Tips — Using the Paste Special Feature

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If you copy and paste a lot of content from different sources—other Word documents or Outlook e-mail messages. Just using Paste (on the Edit menu, click Paste) works fine, but it carries the formatting of the original document and can make a mess of your document. Instead, try using Paste Special and paste the text as unformatted text. You won’t spend time reformatting the text, and I’ll bet it will save you time.

To use Paste Special:

1. On the Edit menu, click Paste Special.

2. In the Paste Special dialog box, select the Paste radio button, and in the As: section, choose Unformatted Text.

3. Click OK.

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It might be time to rearrange your work area and change some of your computer habits. Follow these simple suggestions for healthy computing.

Take a 3-minute break every 30 minutes

Try these workstation stretches recommended by the National Institute of Health

Customize your chair Adjust your chair and backrest to provide proper support.

Rearrange your workspace Arrange your workspace to help avoid shoulder fatigue.

Reposition your monitor Proper placement of your monitor is important to avoid twisting your neck while typing.

Alternate your hands Throughout the day, try moving the mouse to alternate sides of the keyboard.

Get a headset for your phone Using a headset helps reduce the strain on your neck.

Use a forearm rest A forearm rest is helpful for reducing the load on your shoulders by supporting your forearms.

Dock your notebook If you use a notebook computer, attach it to a docking station and use an external keyboard and mouse.

Use a sit/stand workstation Using an adjustable sit/stand desk supports neutral postures.

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