Operation Manual

Context menus
Context menus are a quick access to many menu functions and are opened by right-clicking on a
paragraph, graphic, or other object. When a context menu opens, the functions or options available
will be dependent on the object that has been selected. A context menu can be the easiest way to
reach a function, especially if you are not sure where a function is located in the menus or toolbars.
Status bar
The status bar is located at the bottom of the workspace. It provides information about the
document and convenient ways to quickly change some features. It is similar in Writer, Calc,
Impress, and Draw, but each LibreOffice component includes some component-specific items. An
example of the Writer status bar is shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7: Example status bar from Writer
Page, sheet, or slide number
Shows the current page, sheet, or slide number and the total number of pages and words,
sheets, or slides in the document. Double-click on this field to open the Navigator. Other uses
of this field depend on the LibreOffice component.
Page style or slide design
Shows the current page style or slide design. To edit the current page style or slide design,
double-click on this field.
Language
Shows the current language of the whole document.
Insert mode
Shows the type of insert mode the program is in. This field is blank if the program is in Insert
mode. Press the Ins key to change modes.
Unsaved changes
An icon appears here if changes to the document have not been saved.
Digital signature
If the document has been digitally signed, an icon shows here. You can double-click the icon to
view the certificate.
Object information
Displays information relevant to the position of the cursor or the selected element of the
document. Double-clicking in this area usually opens a relevant dialog.
Zoom slider
Drag the Zoom slider, or click on the + and – signs to change the view magnification.
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