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Learning the Basics
Printing your work
5.375 x 8.375 ver 2.3
Using a file extension
Most programs assign an extension to the file name that
identifies the file as being created in the program with a
particular format. For example, Microsoft
®
Word saves files
with a .doc extension. Any file name with an extension of
“.doc” is assumed to be a Microsoft
®
Word file. Creating your
own extension is usually unwise, since the program is
unlikely to recognize an unusual extension and may refuse to
handle your file correctly.
HINT: By default, the Windows
®
XP operating system does not
show file extensions. For information on showing or hiding file
extensions, see your Windows
®
XP online help.
Printing your work
Verify that the Windows
®
XP operating system is set up for
your printer as described in
“Connecting a local printer” on
TECHNICAL NOTE: You only need to set up the printer the first
time you connect it. If you use more than one printer or are
changing printers, you need to set up the operating system to
run with the additional printer(s).
To print a file:
1
If your printer is not on, turn it on now.
2
Open the
File
menu of your Windows
®
program and click
.