Convert to RTF and follow a naming protocol before sending documents

Although the teacher can read practically any type of document you might send, it is sometimes inconvenient and time consuming to do the conversion on the instructors end.

In addition , you must keep in mind that other students to whom you may send documents may not be able to read your documents unless you send in RTF/Rich Text Format.

It behooves you to show consideration to the instructor and your fellow workers.

Before sending a text document from any wordprocessor, you should make sure the essay is saved in RTF or Rich Text Format.  Different word processors all allow this using the same basic procedure:

  • Open up the document you want to send;
  • Click "File," then "Save As."
  • Rename your document in the "File Name" field following this format:
    • tribe username [last name 1st & 2nd initial, followed by an abbreviate assignment name. Example:
      • smithresponse1
  • Look for the drop down menu that allows you to convert the file to a different format
    • In Word the drop down menu is labeled "Save as type"
    • In Corel WordPerfect the drop down menu is labeled "File Type"
    • In Works the drop down menu is labeled "Convert to"
  • Choose the RTF or Rich Text Format option
  • Click Save

Doing this will allow any word processor anywhere in the world on any kind of machine to read your text and graphics.  It occassionally has trouble, however, with tables and charts and makes very large files if tables and charts or other graphic objects are part of the file.

Occasionally, teacher may ask you to submit your texts in specific formats such as PowerPoint, Web Page, etc.  If so, teacher will direct you specifically as to how to go about accomplishing the conversion.

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