1. Data-information stored in files on the disks and CDs in your computer system Why should we save a file when we create it on the computer?

2. Before you can work with a file, you must open it. There are several ways to open a file. You can: Use the Recent Items option on the Start menu to view a list of recently saved files Double-click a file shortcut icon if one exists on the Windows desktop. Double-click a file name from within Windows Explorer Use the Open dialog box provided by an application

3. 1. To open an existing file, click the Microsoft Office button. 2. Then select the Open button. How do I open a file?

4. 1.Use the folders hierarchy to select a storage location. 2. Click a Drive to display the folders that it holds. 3. Click the folder you want to open. 4. Click the Open button to open the selected folder. How do I open a file? (continued from previous slide)

5. 1. Click the name of the file you want to open. 2. Click the Open button to open the selected file. How do I open a file? (continued from previous slide)

6. 3.Use the folders hierarchy to select a storage location. 5. Click a folder to open it. 1. To save the current file, click the Save button on the Quick Access Toolbar. 2. If the file has not been saved before, the Save As dialog box appears. 4. You can create a new folder for the file by clicking this button. 6. Type the name of the file. 7. Click the Save button. How do I save a file?