Screentips: Enhancing User Experience

When can screentips be useful?

What are Screentips?

Answer:

If you like using keyboard shortcuts, but tend to forget them, you can use the built-in ScreenTips to view the keyboard shortcuts for the buttons on the ribbon. Or, if you don't want to see the keyboard shortcuts, you can hide them. By default, Word shows keyboard shortcuts in the ScreenTips on the ribbon.

Screentips are small windows that display descriptive text when the pointer is rested on a command, usually done using the mouse. These text windows are helpful for users who are looking for specific commands within an application.

When using software programs like Word, Excel, or PowerPoint, Screentips play a crucial role in enhancing the user experience by providing contextual information about different functions and commands available. By simply hovering the cursor over a button or command, users can quickly access relevant information without having to click or search through menus.

These interactive tooltips not only help users navigate through the interface more efficiently but also aid in learning new features and functionalities. Whether you are a beginner or an advanced user, Screentips can be a valuable tool for improving your workflow.