UCSF IT Technology

Word Online Learn the Interface Get the most out of Word for the Web. Familiarize yourself with the Word Online interface. Explore the ribbon tool bar and the Tell Me search box to locate tools and discover how to use the view modes and zoom function. Learn more about navigating the interface. In addition to the desktop and web clients, Microsoft Word can be used on a mobile device (e.g. iOS and Android devices). Learn more about using Word Mobile.

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Purchasing Hardware and Software You may purchase from any vendor, UCSF does not have a campus computer store or make any specific recommendations. Purchasing decisions should be guided by the Technology Requirements for Students. Before purchasing anything, please take account of what is provided by UCSF and the discounts that are available to students with a .edu email.

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This page specifies campus wide technology requirements for students who are new to UCSF or purchasing a new computer. These requirements are for entering students. Students should also review the Technology Introduction for Students which provides an overview of technology at UCSF.

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We all benefit from digital accessibility So many of the communication features you take advantage of were created for people with disabilities: the telephone, voice recognition, autocomplete, spell check, pinch-and-zoom, text-to-speech, and so on. The effort you put in today, will ensure future compatibility, improve search results and help you out when you forget your glasses.

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Excel Online Learn the Interface To get the most out of Excel Online, you'll need to familiarize yourself with its interface. Explore the ribbon tool bar and the Tell Me search box for locating tools, and discover how to use the view modes and zoom function. Learn more about navigating the interface. 

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