Turning Off Smart Quotes in Microsoft Word

The video tutorial explains the issues caused by Microsoft Word's smart quotes when copying text into HTML or online platforms. It provides a step-by-step guide on how to disable smart quotes in Word to ensure proper formatting in web writing. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of using straight quotes for compatibility with HTML and offers practical advice for writers using Word.

What problem do smart quotes in Microsoft Word cause when copying text into HTML?

• They change the font style.

• They are replaced with unattractive code.

• They add extra spaces.

• They make the text bold.

Which menu option in Microsoft Word allows you to access the settings to disable smart quotes?

• Office Button

• File

• Home

• Insert

In which tab can you find the option to replace straight quotes with smart quotes?

• Review

• References

• AutoFormat

• Layout

What is the final step after removing the ticks to disable smart quotes?

• Close the document

• Save the document

• Click OK twice

• Restart Microsoft Word

Why is it important to disable smart quotes when writing for the web?

• To change text color

• To ensure text is bold

• To make text italic

• To ensure text appears correctly