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Anyone out there still using Word Perfect? - Jane


Posted: Jan 05, 2012

I'm an IC, at present have two accounts, and have used WP for 24 years (WP X3 in the last five).  However, because of changes coming down the pike, I think I should probably finally sit down and really learn Word (I have Word 2007).

I just thought I'd ask here before I take a class on Word:  Are there any medical transcription shortcuts/secrets I should know about that I wouldn't learn in a class?  For instance, is it possible not to use the mouse?  Are there "reveal codes" like WP?

I'm also confused when I hear the word "platform."  I have never worked for an MTSO, but may have to one day.  Do I need to know Word in order to type on these platforms?  Are the platforms themselves a word processing program?  (I also know nothing about expanders.  I know, I know, I am so behind the times...)

Thank you for your help!

Word Perfect - LeeLee

[ In Reply To ..]
Don't beat yourself up. We have all been there at one time. All platforms (just the type of program used to get the work to you) I use are based in Microsoft Word, which makes expanding very easy for my platforms. I use the expander a great deal in MW along with another expander. Platforms refer to DoQScribe, ExText, Baycribe, etc. Some of the companies I worked for provided expanders, some did not. I am sure you already know how to use the macros in your program, which also helped me a lot. Hope this helps you out and good luck with your efforts. :)


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