Assignments Of Class 6:
Inserting Graphics and SmartArt
These assignments will help you practice inserting and formatting images and SmartArt in MS Word, allowing you to enhance your documents with visual elements.
Beginner Assignments
Assignment 1: Basic Image Insertion and Formatting
- Objective: Practice inserting and formatting a basic image.
- Task:
- Open a new document and save it as Basic_Image_Formatting.docx.
- Insert an image of your choice (e.g., a picture from your computer or an online image).
- Resize the image to fit within the document.
- Apply a picture style (e.g., a simple border or shadow effect).
- Add a caption below the image.
- Save and submit the document.
Assignment 2: Simple SmartArt Creation
- Objective: Create and format a simple SmartArt graphic.
- Task:
- Open a new document and save it as Simple_SmartArt_Exercise.docx.
- Insert a List SmartArt graphic.
- Enter the following list items:
- Introduction
- Key Concepts
- Applications
- Summary
- Format the SmartArt by changing its style and color.
- Save and submit the document.
Intermediate Assignments
Assignment 3: Image with Text Wrapping
- Objective: Insert an image and use text wrapping to integrate it with the document’s text.
- Task:
- Open a new document and save it as Image_With_Text_Wrapping.docx.
- Insert an image of your choice.
- Apply text wrapping to the image (e.g., Square or Tight).
- Add a paragraph of text around the image, ensuring the text flows around it naturally.
- Save and submit the document.
Assignment 4: Complex SmartArt Creation
- Objective: Create a more complex SmartArt graphic and format it.
- Task:
- Open a new document and save it as Complex_SmartArt_Exercise.docx.
- Insert a Process SmartArt graphic.
- Enter data for each step of the process, such as:
- Step 1: Planning
- Step 2: Development
- Step 3: Testing
- Step 4: Deployment
- Format the SmartArt by adjusting the colors, styles, and layout.
- Save and submit the document.
Advanced Assignments
Assignment 5: Enhanced Document with Images and SmartArt
- Objective: Integrate both images and SmartArt into a cohesive document.
- Task:
- Open a new document and save it as Enhanced_Document_Exercise.docx.
- Insert and format one image (e.g., a company logo or product photo).
- Insert and format a SmartArt graphic relevant to the document’s content (e.g., an organizational chart or a flowchart).
- Ensure that the image and SmartArt are well-integrated and positioned appropriately within the document.
- Add text content that complements the image and SmartArt.
- Save and submit the document.
Assignment 6: Report with Advanced Graphics
- Objective: Create a report that includes both images and various SmartArt elements.
- Task:
- Open a new document and save it as Report_With_Advanced_Graphics.docx.
- Create a report with sections on different topics.
- For each section, include:
- A relevant image (e.g., chart, photo, or graphic).
- A SmartArt graphic that represents data or processes related to the section.
- Format each image and SmartArt to ensure they enhance the readability and appearance of the report.
- Review the document for visual coherence and professional appearance.
- Save and submit the document.
Assignment 7: Insert a Company Logo and Create a Process Diagram Using SmartArt
Objective:
Enhance your document by inserting a company logo and creating a process diagram with SmartArt. This exercise will help you practice integrating visual elements to effectively communicate information.
These assignments will help you build proficiency in inserting and formatting images and SmartArt, enhancing your ability to create visually engaging and informative documents.
SOLUTIONS
Assignment 1:
Basic Image Insertion and Formatting
Objective
Practice inserting and formatting
an image in MS Word.
Steps
1. Open a
New Document:
o
Open Microsoft Word.
o
Click on File > New and select Blank
Document.
o
Save the document by going to File > Save As,
and name it Basic_Image_Formatting.docx.
2. Insert an
Image:
o
Place the cursor where you want to insert the
image.
o
Go to the Insert tab on the ribbon.
o
Select Pictures and choose This Device
to upload an image from your computer, or select Online Pictures to find
one from the web.
o
Browse and select your image, then click Insert.
3. Resize
the Image:
o
Click on the inserted image to select it.
o
Small circles (handles) will appear around the
image corners and sides.
o
Drag the corner handles to resize the image
proportionally (to avoid stretching or squashing).
o
Resize until it fits well within the document.
4. Apply a
Picture Style:
o
With the image still selected, go to the Picture
Format tab that appears on the ribbon.
o
In the Picture Styles group, choose a style
(like Simple Frame, Drop Shadow Rectangle, etc.) to add effects
such as borders or shadows.
o
Hover over each style to preview it before
selecting one.
5. Add a
Caption Below the Image:
o
Right-click on the image and select Insert
Caption.
o
In the Caption dialog box, type a description for
your image (e.g., "Figure 1: A beautiful landscape").
o
Click OK to add the caption below the image.
6. Save and
Submit the Document:
o
Go to File > Save to ensure all changes
are saved in Basic_Image_Formatting.docx.
o
Follow your instructor’s guidelines for submitting
the document (upload it to an online portal, email, etc.).
Outcome
You now have a document with an
inserted image that has been resized, styled, and captioned.
Assignment 2: Simple SmartArt
Creation:
Objective
Practice creating and formatting
a SmartArt graphic in MS Word.
Steps
1. Open a
New Document:
o
Open Microsoft Word.
o
Click on File > New and select Blank
Document.
o
Save the document by going to File > Save As,
and name it Simple_SmartArt_Exercise.docx.
2. Insert a
List SmartArt Graphic:
o
Place the cursor where you want to insert the
SmartArt graphic.
o
Go to the Insert tab on the ribbon.
o
Select SmartArt to open the Choose a
SmartArt Graphic dialog box.
o
In the left panel, select List.
o
Choose a SmartArt List design that you like (for
example, Basic Block List or Vertical Bullet List) and click OK.
3. Enter
List Items:
o
The SmartArt graphic should now appear in your
document.
o
In the text pane (which usually opens on the left),
type each item:
§ Introduction
§ Key Concepts
§ Applications
§ Summary
o
Alternatively, you can click directly on each shape
in the SmartArt graphic and type the text.
4. Format
the SmartArt by Changing Its Style and Color:
o
With the SmartArt graphic selected, go to the SmartArt
Design tab on the ribbon.
o
In the SmartArt Styles group, select a style
to apply a different look (e.g., 3D Polished, Cartoon, etc.).
o
To change the color of the SmartArt, click on Change
Colors and choose a color style that fits your document theme.
5. Save and
Submit the Document:
o
Go to File > Save to ensure all changes
are saved in Simple_SmartArt_Exercise.docx.
o
Follow your instructor’s guidelines for submitting
the document (upload it to an online portal, email, etc.).
Outcome
Your document now contains a
well-formatted SmartArt graphic with the specified list items, style, and color
adjustments.
Assignment 3: Image with Text
Wrapping:
Objective
Practice inserting an image and
using text wrapping to integrate it smoothly with the surrounding text.
Steps
1. Open a
New Document:
o
Open Microsoft Word.
o
Click on File > New and select Blank
Document.
o
Save the document by going to File > Save As,
and name it Image_With_Text_Wrapping.docx.
2. Insert an
Image:
o
Place the cursor where you want to insert the
image.
o
Go to the Insert tab on the ribbon.
o
Select Pictures and choose This Device
to insert an image from your computer or Online Pictures to search for
an image online.
o
Browse, select your image, and click Insert.
3. Apply
Text Wrapping to the Image:
o
Click on the inserted image to select it.
o
Go to the Picture Format tab on the ribbon.
o
Click on Wrap Text in the Arrange group.
o
Choose a text-wrapping option, such as Square
or Tight, to make the text flow around the image.
4. Add a
Paragraph of Text Around the Image:
o
Place the cursor near the image and type a
paragraph of text.
o
Adjust the text content to ensure it wraps
naturally around the image.
o
If necessary, reposition the image by dragging it
to achieve the desired placement within the text.
5. Save and
Submit the Document:
o
Go to File > Save to save your work in Image_With_Text_Wrapping.docx.
o
Follow your instructor’s guidelines for submitting
the document (e.g., upload to an online portal, email, etc.).
Outcome
You now have a document with an
integrated image that uses text wrapping, allowing the text to flow naturally
around it.
Assignment 4: Complex SmartArt
Creation:
Objective
Practice creating and formatting
a more complex SmartArt graphic in MS Word.
Steps
1. Open a
New Document:
o
Open Microsoft Word.
o
Click on File > New and select Blank
Document.
o
Save the document by going to File > Save As,
and name it Complex_SmartArt_Exercise.docx.
2. Insert a
Process SmartArt Graphic:
o
Place the cursor where you want the SmartArt
graphic to appear.
o
Go to the Insert tab on the ribbon.
o
Select SmartArt to open the Choose a
SmartArt Graphic dialog box.
o
In the left panel, select Process.
o
Choose a process design that best fits your data
(e.g., Basic Process, Vertical Chevron List, Continuous Arrow
Process) and click OK.
3. Enter
Data for Each Step of the Process:
o
The SmartArt graphic should now appear in your
document.
o
In the text pane (which usually opens on the left),
type the following for each step:
§ Step 1:
Planning
§ Step 2:
Development
§ Step 3:
Testing
§ Step 4:
Deployment
o
Alternatively, you can click directly on each shape
in the SmartArt graphic and type the text directly into the shapes.
4. Format
the SmartArt by Adjusting Colors, Styles, and Layout:
o
With the SmartArt graphic selected, go to the SmartArt
Design tab on the ribbon.
Adjust Colors:
o
Click on Change Colors and select a color
scheme that complements your document theme.
Adjust Styles:
o
In the SmartArt Styles group, select a style
(such as Intense Effect or Polished) to add 3D effects or shading
to the SmartArt.
Adjust Layout:
o
If you’d like to try a different layout for your
process, click on Layouts in the SmartArt Design tab and choose
another arrangement that suits your process flow.
5. Save and
Submit the Document:
o
Go to File > Save to save your work in Complex_SmartArt_Exercise.docx.
o
Follow your instructor’s guidelines for submitting
the document (e.g., upload to an online portal, email, etc.).
Outcome
Your document now contains a
well-organized and formatted process SmartArt graphic that illustrates each
step with custom colors, styles, and layout adjustments.
Assignment 5: Enhanced Document
with Images and SmartArt:
Objective
Practice creating a cohesive
document by integrating both images and SmartArt with supporting text content.
Steps
1. Open a
New Document:
o
Open Microsoft Word.
o
Click on File > New and select Blank
Document.
o
Save the document by going to File > Save As,
and name it Enhanced_Document_Exercise.docx.
2. Insert
and Format an Image:
o
Place the cursor where you want to insert the image
(for example, at the top or in a specific section).
o
Go to the Insert tab on the ribbon.
o
Select Pictures and choose This Device
to insert an image from your computer (e.g., a company logo or product photo).
o
Browse, select your image, and click Insert.
o
With the image selected, go to the Picture
Format tab and use Wrap Text to choose a text-wrapping style, such
as Square or Tight, to allow text to flow around the image if
needed.
o
Resize or reposition the image as appropriate by
dragging its corner handles or moving it to the desired location.
3. Insert
and Format a SmartArt Graphic:
o
Place the cursor where you want the SmartArt
graphic to appear (for example, below the image or in a designated section).
o
Go to the Insert tab, select SmartArt,
and choose a type that complements the content of the document (e.g., an Organizational
Chart for a team structure or a Process Flowchart for project
steps).
o
Click OK to insert the chosen SmartArt
graphic.
4. Enter
Content in the SmartArt Graphic:
o
In the text pane (which usually appears to the left
of the SmartArt), enter the relevant content for each section of the SmartArt.
o
Alternatively, you can click directly on each shape
in the SmartArt graphic to type text directly into each section.
5. Format
the SmartArt by Adjusting Colors, Styles, and Layout:
o
With the SmartArt selected, go to the SmartArt
Design tab on the ribbon.
Change Colors:
o
Select Change Colors to choose a color
scheme that aligns with the document theme and the image you’ve inserted.
Apply a Style:
o
In the SmartArt Styles group, select a style
that enhances the appearance of the SmartArt (e.g., Intense Effect for a
3D look or Polished for a simple effect).
Adjust Layout if Needed:
o
If the initial layout isn’t ideal, try different
layout options from Layouts in the SmartArt Design tab until you
find the one that best fits your content.
6. Add
Complementary Text Content:
o
Type additional text in the document to explain or
support the image and SmartArt content.
o
For example, if the image is a company logo, you
could add a paragraph about the company’s mission. If the SmartArt is a
flowchart, add a section that describes each step.
7. Position
and Finalize the Layout:
o
Adjust the positions of the image, SmartArt, and
text to create a cohesive and visually balanced layout.
o
Use the Align tools under Picture Format
and SmartArt Design to fine-tune alignment and spacing between elements.
8. Save and
Submit the Document:
o
Go to File > Save to ensure all changes
are saved in Enhanced_Document_Exercise.docx.
o
Follow your instructor’s guidelines for submitting
the document (e.g., upload to an online portal, email, etc.).
Outcome
Your document now integrates an
image, SmartArt graphic, and complementary text content, creating a cohesive
and professional layout.
Assignment 6: Report with
Advanced Graphics:
Objective
Practice creating a professional
report that incorporates both images and SmartArt elements to visually
represent information and enhance readability.
Steps
1. Open a
New Document:
o
Open Microsoft Word.
o
Click on File > New and select Blank
Document.
o
Save the document by going to File > Save As,
and name it Report_With_Advanced_Graphics.docx.
2. Create
Sections for the Report:
o
Plan the main topics or sections you want to
include in your report (e.g., Introduction, Analysis, Conclusion).
o
Start each section by typing a title, then add
relevant content below each title.
3. Insert a
Relevant Image in Each Section:
o
Place the cursor under the content for the first
section.
o
Go to the Insert tab and select Pictures
> This Device or Online Pictures to add a relevant image for
the section (e.g., a chart or photo related to the topic).
o
With the image selected, go to the Picture
Format tab, and use Wrap Text to apply a text-wrapping style such as
Square or Tight, so the text flows around the image as needed.
o
Resize and position the image for a balanced look.
4. Insert a
SmartArt Graphic in Each Section:
o
Place the cursor where you want the SmartArt
graphic to appear within the section (e.g., below the image or in a designated
part of the section).
o
Go to the Insert tab and select SmartArt.
o
Choose a SmartArt style that fits the section’s content.
For instance:
§ Process SmartArt
for a sequence of steps.
§ Cycle SmartArt
for cyclical information.
§ Hierarchy SmartArt
for organizational structures.
o
Click OK to insert the selected SmartArt.
5. Add
Content to Each SmartArt Graphic:
o
In the SmartArt text pane (which usually appears to
the left), add the relevant text or data for each section.
o
Alternatively, click directly on each shape in the
SmartArt graphic and type the text directly into the shapes.
6. Format
Each Image and SmartArt for Readability:
o
Images:
§ With each
image selected, go to Picture Format and apply styles or effects (e.g.,
shadow, border) to match the document's theme.
§ Adjust Brightness
or Contrast if necessary to ensure clarity.
o
SmartArt Graphics:
§ Go to the
SmartArt Design tab.
§ Click Change
Colors to select a color scheme that complements your document.
§ Choose a SmartArt
Style (e.g., 3D, Intense Effect) for a visually appealing
effect.
§ Adjust
the layout if needed by selecting alternative styles from Layouts in the
SmartArt Design tab.
7. Review
the Document for Visual Coherence and Professional Appearance:
o
Go through each section to ensure images, SmartArt,
and text are well-integrated and consistently formatted.
o
Check for alignment and spacing to create a clean,
professional layout. Use the Align tools under Picture Format and
SmartArt Design as necessary.
8. Save and
Submit the Document:
o
Go to File > Save to ensure all changes
are saved in Report_With_Advanced_Graphics.docx.
o
Follow your instructor’s submission guidelines
(e.g., upload to an online portal, email, etc.).
Outcome
Your document now presents a
structured report with sections that each include both images and SmartArt
graphics, providing a visually cohesive and informative report.
Assignment 7: Insert a Company Logo and Create a
Process Diagram Using SmartArt
Objective:
Enhance your document by inserting a
company logo and creating a process diagram with SmartArt. This exercise will
help you practice integrating visual elements to effectively communicate
information.
Instructions:
1.
Open
a New Document:
o
Launch
MS Word and open a new blank document.
o
Save
the document as Company_Logo_Process_Diagram.docx.
2.
Insert
the Company Logo:
o
Place
Your Cursor:
§ Click where you want the logo to
appear, typically at the top of the document or in the header.
o
Insert
Image:
1.Go
to the Insert tab on the Ribbon.
2.Click on Pictures in the Illustrations group.
3.Select This Device to insert an image from your computer or Online Pictures to find an image online.
4.Locate and select the company logo image file, then click Insert.
o
Format
the Logo:
1.Click on the logo to select it.
2.Resize the logo using the corner handles to fit it appropriately in the document.
3.Apply any desired formatting (e.g., adding a border or shadow) from the Picture Tools Format tab.
3.
Create
a Process Diagram Using SmartArt:
o
Place
Your Cursor:
§ Click where you want the process
diagram to appear, typically below or beside the logo.
o
Insert
SmartArt:
1.Go to the Insert tab on the Ribbon.
2.Click on SmartArt in the Illustrations group.
3.The Choose a SmartArt Graphic dialog box will appear.
4.Select Process from the left pane to view process-related SmartArt options.
5.Choose a process diagram style (e.g., Basic Process, Process Arrows) and click OK.
o
Enter
Data into SmartArt:
1.Click on the SmartArt graphic to select it.
2.Use the Text Pane that appears to enter the steps of the process, such as:
§ Step 1: Initial Consultation
§ Step 2: Design Proposal
§ Step 3: Review and Approval
§ Step 4: Final Delivery
o
Format
the SmartArt:
1.With the SmartArt selected, go to the SmartArt Design tab.
2.Use the SmartArt Styles and Change Colors options to format the diagram to match your document’s theme.
3.Resize
and reposition the SmartArt graphic as needed to fit the layout of your
document.
4.
Proofread
and Finalize:
o
Review
the document to ensure that the logo and SmartArt are correctly inserted and
formatted.
o
Check
for any alignment or formatting issues and adjust as needed.
5.
Save
and Submit:
o
Save
the document again to preserve your changes.
o
Submit
the file as directed by your instructor or as required.
Expected
Outcome:
By
completing this exercise, you will be able to effectively integrate a company
logo and a process diagram into your document.
