Chapter 18. Using Microsoft Office Word Mobile

Chances are, like most people, you use Microsoft Office at work. Even if you don't use Office, you are probably required to open Office-formatted documents (e.g., files ending in .doc, .docx, .xls, or .xlsx) from time to time. Your Windows Phone 7 device contains a version of Word specifically designed to let you view and edit documents straight from your phone. This chapter will explain how to use Microsoft Office Word Mobile to create new Word-based files and edit existing files.

Starting Word and Creating a New File

We'll begin by firing up Word Mobile and creating a new file. Follow these steps to do so:

  1. Turn on your phone and unlock it. Depending on your phone model, you may find the Microsoft Office ...

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