Office 2003 Basics

Opening an existing file using the task pane

To open an existing file using the task pane:

• Open an Office 2003 program (excluding Outlook 2003).
• Open the Task Pane by choosing ViewToolbarsTask Pane from the menu bar.
• The New Task Pane opens on the right side of your screen.
• Single-click the file name you want to open.
• The file opens.
• If you don't see the file you want to open listed, click More...
• The Open dialog box opens.
• Look for your file using the Open dialog box.