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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
===Typing Fractions on a PC=== | ===Typing Fractions on a PC=== | ||
| − | #Use the division symbol to type a fraction. This may be done by first typing the numerator (the top number of the fraction), the forward slash key ({{keypress|/}}), and the denominator (the bottom number of a fraction).<ref>http://askthecomputerlady.com/questions/2010/01/typing-fractions/</ref> An example would look like 5/32. | + | #Use the division symbol to type a fraction. This may be done by first typing the numerator (the top number of the fraction), the forward slash key ({{keypress|/}}), and the denominator (the bottom number of a fraction).<ref name="rf1">http://askthecomputerlady.com/questions/2010/01/typing-fractions/</ref> An example would look like 5/32. |
| − | #*If you want to type a whole number with a fraction, simply type the whole number followed by a space, and then include the fraction following the instruction above. For example 1 1/2.<ref | + | #*If you want to type a whole number with a fraction, simply type the whole number followed by a space, and then include the fraction following the instruction above. For example 1 1/2.<ref name="rf1" /> |
#Use the auto-formatting feature in Word programs. There is a feature that will convert a fraction typed using the forward slash (as in the step above), and convert to a fraction symbol, which features the numerator and denominator separated by a horizontal bar. | #Use the auto-formatting feature in Word programs. There is a feature that will convert a fraction typed using the forward slash (as in the step above), and convert to a fraction symbol, which features the numerator and denominator separated by a horizontal bar. | ||
| − | #*This function is usually on by default. However, you can check to make sure it is on by going to "Word Options", in the dialog box that appears click, "Proofing", and then click "AutoCorrect Options". There, you can turn AutoCorrect on or off, and you can also edit when and how it corrects certain things.<ref>https://support.office.com/en-ca/article/Where-are-the-AutoCorrect-options-cb889db0-07f8-400a-b6ef-4192cc05cbc3</ref> | + | #*This function is usually on by default. However, you can check to make sure it is on by going to "Word Options", in the dialog box that appears click, "Proofing", and then click "AutoCorrect Options". There, you can turn AutoCorrect on or off, and you can also edit when and how it corrects certain things.<ref name="rf2">https://support.office.com/en-ca/article/Where-are-the-AutoCorrect-options-cb889db0-07f8-400a-b6ef-4192cc05cbc3</ref> |
#*Be aware that this function may not work for all fractions. | #*Be aware that this function may not work for all fractions. | ||
#Use keyboard shortcuts for common fractions. A few common fractions have keyboard shortcuts that you can use by holding down the {{keypress|Alt}} key and typing the code numbers. | #Use keyboard shortcuts for common fractions. A few common fractions have keyboard shortcuts that you can use by holding down the {{keypress|Alt}} key and typing the code numbers. | ||
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#*Double click the fraction in the results box, and it should be inserted into whatever document you are working in. | #*Double click the fraction in the results box, and it should be inserted into whatever document you are working in. | ||
#Save the fractions you use often to your “Favorites”. This will allow you to use the fractions you use often quickly and without searching for them. | #Save the fractions you use often to your “Favorites”. This will allow you to use the fractions you use often quickly and without searching for them. | ||
| − | #Turn on the auto-correct feature in Pages. In most of Mac’s standard apps (e.g. Mail, Safari, Text Edit, etc.) this feature is already turned on, but if you are using Pages, you must turn the feature on yourself.<ref>http://macmost.com/forum-properly-formatted-fractions.html</ref> | + | #Turn on the auto-correct feature in Pages. In most of Mac’s standard apps (e.g. Mail, Safari, Text Edit, etc.) this feature is already turned on, but if you are using Pages, you must turn the feature on yourself.<ref name="rf3">http://macmost.com/forum-properly-formatted-fractions.html</ref> |
#*While in Pages, go to “Preferences”. | #*While in Pages, go to “Preferences”. | ||
#*Select “Auto-Corrections” | #*Select “Auto-Corrections” | ||
