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Tablet - OneNote 2007

How do I open OneNote 2007?
  • Click on Start -> Programs/All programs -> Microsoft Office -> Microsoft Office OneNote 2007
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What is OneNote 2007 and how does it work?

OneNote is a tool that allows you to take notes on your computer, in your handwriting, allowing you to organize them in different notebooks (1), sections (2) and pages (3).  You can move your content around, add images, type and even import the content into word.

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How do I start a new notebook?
  • In OneNote, click on File -> New -> Notebook

  • Give your notebook a Name.

  • Click on Next

  • Keep I will use it on this computer selected and click on Next

  • Keep notebook location as default and click on Create

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How do I add a new section?
  • In your notebook, click on File -> New -> Section

  • Right click the new section tab and choose rename

  • Type in the title for the new section

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How do I add a new Page?
  • In your Notebook, click the section you wish to add a new page to.

    • Click on the Add Page button over the list of pages

    • or go to File -> New -> Page

  • Write your page title at the top of the page, it will affect the name of the page on the page list

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How do I change my pen color?
  • In OneNote, Click the Pen menu

  • Choose the pen color/thickness/type and start writing

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How do I change my handwriting to typed text?
  • Choose the Lasso tool from the pen toolbar or hold down the button on the side of your stylus)

  • Circle the hand writing you wish to convert to text

  • Release the button

  • Click on the Convert icon

  • Handwriting converted to text

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Can I move my notes around the page?

Yes, simply follow these steps:

  • Click the Lasso tool and select the content you wish to move.

  • When the content is highlighted, simply drag it to its new location.

  • Resume writing

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How do I transfer my notes to Word?
  • In OneNote, Click on File -> Save As

  • Navigate to where the file will be saved to.

  • Under Save as Type, choose Microsoft Office Word Document

  • Click on Save

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