Summarize Document Content Using Automated Tools

Summarize Document Content Using Automated Tools

Microsoft Word provides various automated tools to summarize document content, such as:

AutoSummarize: This tool can automatically create a summary of a document, based on the user’s preferences, such as the length of the summary and whether to include headings, subheadings, or main points.

To use AutoSummarize in Word:

Open the document you want to summarize.

Click on the “Review” tab in the ribbon.

Click on the “AutoSummarize” button.

Select the type of summary you want to create (highlight key points, create a summary, etc.).

Choose the length of the summary (percentage of the original document or number of sentences).

Click “OK” to create the summary.

SmartArt: This tool allows you to create visual representations of your document content, such as diagrams, charts, and graphs. These can help to summarize and clarify complex information.

To use SmartArt in Word:

Click on the “Insert” tab in the ribbon.

Click on the “SmartArt” button.

Choose the type of visual you want to create (such as a list, process, or hierarchy).

Enter your text into the SmartArt graphic.

Customize the appearance of the graphic as desired.

Word Count: This tool allows you to quickly see how many words, characters, paragraphs, and pages are in your document. This can help you to get a sense of the overall length and content of the document.

To use Word Count in Word:

Click on the “Review” tab in the ribbon.

Click on the “Word Count” button.

The Word Count dialog box will appear, displaying the number of words, characters, paragraphs, and pages in the document.

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