OpenOffice Writer facts for kids
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Apache OpenOffice Writer 3.4
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| Developer(s) | StarOffice StarDivision (1984–1999) OpenOffice.org Sun Microsystems (1999–2010) Oracle Corporation (2010–2011) Apache OpenOffice Apache Software Foundation (2011—) |
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| Operating system | Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux |
| Type | Word processor |
| License | LGPL version 3 (OpenOffice.org 2 Beta 2 and earlier are dual-licensed under the SISSL and LGPL) Apache License 2.0 (Apache OpenOffice 3.4 and later) |
Apache OpenOffice Writer is a special computer program. It's part of the OpenOffice collection of tools. Think of it like a digital notebook or typewriter. It helps you write, edit, and save all sorts of documents.
Writer is a word processor, just like programs such as Microsoft Word. It lets you create school reports, stories, letters, and more. A great thing about Writer is that it's free software. This means you can download and use it without paying anything!
You can use Apache OpenOffice Writer on many different computers. It works on Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux systems. This makes it easy for almost anyone to use.
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What Can You Do with Writer?
Apache OpenOffice Writer is packed with useful features. It helps you make your documents look great and professional.
Opening and Saving Files
Writer can open and save documents in many different ways. This is super helpful because you might get files from friends or teachers who use other programs.
- It can use its own special format called Open Document Format (ODF).
- It can also open and save files that are made with Microsoft Word (like .doc or .docx files).
- You can also work with RTF and XHTML files.
Exporting to PDF
One cool feature of Writer is that it can turn your documents into PDF files. You don't need another program to do this! PDF files are great because they look the same on any computer. They are perfect for sharing documents that you don't want others to change.
Helpful Tools for Writing
Writer has many tools to make writing easier and better:
- AutoCorrect: This tool automatically fixes common typing mistakes. It can save you a lot of time!
- AutoComplete: As you type, Writer can suggest words to finish your sentences. This helps you write faster.
- Styles and Formatting: You can easily change how your text looks. Make words bold, italic, or change their size and color. You can also use styles to make headings and paragraphs look consistent.
- Text Frames and Linking: These are like special boxes for text. You can put text frames anywhere on your page. You can even link them together so text flows from one box to another.
- Tables of Contents: For longer documents, Writer can automatically create a table of contents. This helps readers find different sections quickly.
- Indexing: You can create an index at the end of your document. An index lists important words and where to find them.
- Bibliographical References: If you're writing a research paper, Writer can help you keep track of your sources. You can easily add citations and create a bibliography.
- Illustrations: You can add pictures, drawings, and charts to your documents. This makes your work more interesting and easier to understand.
- Tables: Organize information neatly using tables. You can create rows and columns to display data clearly.
Things to Know About Writer
While Apache OpenOffice Writer is a powerful tool, there are a couple of things to keep in mind.
Spell Checker
Writer has a built-in spell checker. This helps you catch and fix misspelled words. However, it doesn't come with a grammar checker right away. You can add a grammar checker later if you need one, usually as an extra extension.
Mail Merge
Writer has a feature called "mail merge." This lets you create many personalized letters or labels at once. For example, you could write one letter and send it to many different people, with each letter having the correct name and address. This feature works well, but some other word processors might have more options for it.
Images for kids
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OpenOffice.org 1.1 logo
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The Sun Start Center for versions between 3.0 and 3.2.0
See also
In Spanish: Apache OpenOffice Writer para niños
