Word processing software is used to manipulate a text document, such as a resume or a report. You typically enter text by typing, and the software provides tools for copying, deleting and various types of formatting.

Word processing software is used to manipulate a text document, such as a resume or a report. You typically enter text by typing, and the software provides tools for copying, deleting and various types of formatting. Some of the functions of word processing software include:

Creating, editing, saving and printing documents.

Copying, pasting, moving and deleting text within a document.

Formatting text, such as font type, bolding, underlining or italicizing.

Creating and editing tables.

Inserting elements from other software, such as illustrations or photographs.

Correcting spelling and grammar.

Word processing includes a number of tools to format your pages. For example, you can organize your text into columns, add page numbers, insert illustrations, etc. However, word processing does not give you complete control over the look and feel of your document. When design becomes important, you may need to use desktop publishing software to give you more control over the layout of your pages.