Backstage view helps you manage your files. You can save, open, print, and share documents. To open Backstage view, click the File tab on the Ribbon. It provides important options for handling your document.


Below to learn more about using Backstage View.


You can use the arrow to close Backstage view and return to Word.


The information pane will appear whenever you access Backstage view. It contains information on the current document. You can also inspect the document to remove personal info and protect it to keep others from making further changes.


From here, you can create a new blank document, or you can choose from a large selection of templates.


From here, you can open documents saved to your computer or to your OneDrive.


You'll use Save and Save As to save documents to your computer or your OneDrive.


From the Print pane, you can change the print settings and print your document. You can also see a preview of your document.


From here, you can invite people to view and collaborate on your document.


From here, you can export your document in another file format, such as PDF/XPS.


Click here to close the current document.


From the Account pane, you can access your Microsoft account information, modify your theme and background, and sign out of your account.


Here, you can change various Word options. For example, you can control the spelling and grammar check settings, AutoRecover settings, and language preferences.

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