A note about the File tab

The File tab behaves differently from the other ribbon tabs. Instead of seeing a set of commands on the Ribbon above your document, when you select the File tab you’re taken to an area that Microsoft calls “Backstage.” Rather than making changes within a document, this area lets you work with a document and Word overall.

You can start a new blank document, create a document from a template, or open an existing document by searching or browsing for it.

You will also be able to perform common tasks such as opening, saving and printing a document, as well as access special screens for managing the document (Info), customising Word (Options), and managing your Office account (Account).