Microsoft PowerPoint 2007 – Customize Auto Correct

AutoCorrect is a feature in PowerPoint 2007 that will automatically correct a common spelling error. You can also tailor it to use as a quick way to enter repetitive, lengthy phrases.

For Example - You work for the law firm of Hokkel, Pokkey and Lynderrocker, and must type that name on the slide often in your PowerPoint presentation. It is very easy to make a mistake typing such a difficult set of names.

Steps to Add an AutoCorrect Entry

1. Click on the Office button in the top left corner of the PowerPoint
    2007 window.

2. Click on the PowerPoint Options button in the bottom of the
    dialog box.

3. Select the Proofing option in the list and then click on the
   AutoCorrect Options button.

4. Enter the misspelled word or specific keystrokes in the
    Replace text box.

5. Enter the correction in the With text box.

6. Click on the Add button to add the item to the list.

7. Click on the OK button when all entries have been made.

Now test it.

1. Go back to your PowerPoint presentation

2. Type what you put in the Replace text box on your PowerPoint
   slide, and then hit the space bar on your keyboard, and your
   entire word should show up.

Neat trick to not only make sure you spell long names correctly, but also a short cut to cutting down on keystrokes. Try it!