Using your newest WORD version, Create a family tree in Microsoft Word using (1997-2023) keyboard commands is straightforward and efficient. Most importantly, it is accessible. After you open WORD, press F12 for save as and name it then tab to save as an arrow to 1997-2023 and enter. Then press Alt
+ N
to open the Insert tab, then press M
to select SmartArt. In the SmartArt dialog box, (typically the first item, so listen) or use the arrow keys to navigate to the “Hierarchy” category and select a suitable layout for your Family Tree with Smart Art, such as “Organizational Chart.” Press Enter
to insert the SmartArt graphic into your document.
This is the method of creating a Family Tree with Smart Art and screen reader. You can then use the Tab
key to move between different elements of the chart and Enter
to add new family members. To edit text within the SmartArt, simply press F2
to enter text editing mode. This method allows you to create a detailed and visually appealing family tree using just your keyboard and screen reader.
When you are looking to do sophisticated work such as Family trees, etc., always do as save as to 97-2023 as that Version was fully accessible and still is IF you remember the commands. Here is a few below Family Tree:
Family Tree with Smart Art and screen reader
Here are the keyboard commands for accessing the Insert menu in Microsoft Word (1997-2023):
- Open Insert Menu in WORD:
- Press
Alt
+N
.
- Press
- Insert Picture:
- After pressing
Alt
+N
, pressP
.
- After pressing
- Insert Table:
- After pressing
Alt
+N
, pressT
.
- After pressing
- Insert Shapes:
- After pressing
Alt
+N
, pressS
.
- After pressing
- Insert SmartArt:
- After pressing
Alt
+N
, pressM
.
- After pressing
- Insert Chart:
- After pressing
Alt
+N
, pressC
.
- After pressing
- Insert Hyperlink:
- After pressing
Alt
+N
, pressI
.
- After pressing
- Insert Text Box:
- After pressing
Alt
+N
, pressX
.
- After pressing
- Insert Header:
- After pressing
Alt
+N
, pressH
.
- After pressing
- Insert Footer:
- After pressing
Alt
+N
, pressO
.
- After pressing
- Insert Page Number:
- After pressing
Alt
+N
, pressNU
.
- After pressing
Another lesson that works just as well: Venn Diagrams with Screen Reader
These commands should help you efficiently navigate and use the Insert menu in Word. However, if you are experiencing computer issues, fix it and get it setup correctly for speed.
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