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Exam Information
Official specifications published by Microsoft
Exam Format
50 min
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Intermediate
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$100 USD
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Validity
Does not expire
77-725 Exam Topics and Domains
77-725 is organized into 5 weighted domains.
1
Create and manage documents
27.5%
Create a document
Create blank documentsCreate a blank document using a templateOpen a PDF in Word for editingInsert text from a file or external source
- Demonstrate ability to create documents from scratch or templates
- Convert PDF files to editable Word documents
- Import content from external files
Navigate through a document
Search for textInsert hyperlinksCreate bookmarksMove to a specific location or object in a document
- Efficiently navigate large documents using various tools
- Create and use hyperlinks and bookmarks
- Locate specific content quickly
Format a document
Modify page setupApply document themesApply document style setsInsert headers and footersInsert page numbersFormat page background elements
- Configure page layout settings appropriately
- Apply consistent formatting using themes and styles
- Manage headers, footers, and page numbering
Customize options and views for documents
Change document viewsCustomize views by using zoom settingsCustomize the Quick Access ToolbarSplit the windowAdd document propertiesShow or hide formatting symbols
- Customize Word environment for efficient work
- Manage document views and display options
- Configure document properties and metadata
Print and save documents
Modify print settingsSave documents in alternative file formatsPrint all or part of a documentInspect a document for hidden properties or personal informationInspect a document for accessibility issuesInspect a document for compatibility issues
- Configure and execute print operations
- Save documents in various file formats
- Inspect documents for hidden data, accessibility, and compatibility
2
Format text, paragraphs, and sections
27.5%
Insert text and paragraphs
Find and replace textCut, copy, and paste textReplace text by using AutoCorrectInsert special characters
- Efficiently locate and replace text
- Manage text using clipboard operations
- Configure and use AutoCorrect features
- Insert special characters and symbols
Format text and paragraphs
Apply font formattingApply formatting by using Format PainterSet line and paragraph spacing and indentationClear formattingApply a text highlight color to text selectionsApply built-in styles to textChange text to WordArt
- Apply comprehensive text formatting
- Use Format Painter to copy formatting
- Configure paragraph spacing and indentation
- Apply and manage text styles
- Create visual text effects with WordArt
Order and group text and paragraphs
Format text in multiple columnsInsert page, section, or column breaksChange page setup options for a section
- Create and format multi-column layouts
- Insert and manage different types of breaks
- Apply section-specific page setup options
3
Create tables and lists
22.5%
Create a table
Convert text to tablesConvert tables to textCreate a table by specifying rows and columnsApply table styles
- Create tables using various methods
- Convert between text and table formats
- Apply professional table styles
Modify a table
Sort table dataConfigure cell margins and spacingMerge and split cellsResize tables, rows, and columnsSplit tablesConfigure a repeating row header
- Modify table structure and dimensions
- Sort and organize table data
- Configure table properties for multi-page documents
Create and modify a list
Create a numbered or bulleted listChange bullet characters or number formats for a list levelDefine a custom bullet character or number formatIncrease or decrease list levelsRestart or continue list numberingSet starting number value
- Create and format bulleted and numbered lists
- Customize list formatting and appearance
- Manage multi-level list hierarchies
- Control list numbering sequences
4
Create and manage references
7.5%
Create and manage reference markers
Insert footnotes and endnotesModify footnote and endnote propertiesCreate bibliography citation sourcesModify bibliography citation sourcesInsert citations for bibliographiesInsert figure and table captionsModify caption properties
- Insert and manage footnotes and endnotes
- Create and manage citation sources
- Insert citations in appropriate styles
- Add and format captions for figures and tables
Create and manage simple references
Insert a standard table of contentsUpdate a table of contentsInsert a cover page
- Create automatic tables of contents
- Update TOC to reflect document changes
- Insert and customize cover pages
5
Insert and format graphic elements
22.5%
Insert graphic elements
Insert shapesInsert picturesInsert a screenshot or screen clippingInsert text boxes
- Insert various types of graphic elements
- Add shapes and lines to documents
- Insert and manage pictures and screenshots
- Use text boxes for flexible text placement
Format graphic elements
Apply artistic effectsApply picture effectsRemove picture backgroundsFormat objectsApply a picture styleWrap text around objectsPosition objectsAdd alternative text to objects for accessibility
- Apply visual effects to images and objects
- Format and style graphic elements
- Manage text wrapping and object positioning
- Ensure accessibility with alternative text
Insert and format SmartArt graphics
Create a SmartArt graphicFormat a SmartArt graphicModify SmartArt graphic content
- Create SmartArt graphics for visual representation
- Format SmartArt with styles and colors
- Modify SmartArt content and structure
How do I earn this certification?
Passing 77-725 earns the Microsoft Office Specialist: Word 2016 certification. It sits in the Microsoft Office Specialist track.
Current Level Exams
- 77-727 - Excel 2016
- 77-729 - PowerPoint 2016
- 77-730 - Access 2016
- 77-731 - Outlook 2016
Next Level Options
- 77-726 - Word 2016 Expert Advanced Word 2016 skills
- MOS 2016 Master Highest level of MOS certification for Office 2016
Alternative Paths
- MO-100 - Microsoft Word (Microsoft 365 Apps) Current version of Word certification for Microsoft 365
- 77-418 - Word 2013 Previous version (legacy)
- MO-101 - Microsoft Word Expert (Microsoft 365 Apps) Expert-level Word for Microsoft 365
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What's changed on this exam?
Current Status
- ACTIVE
- Last content update: Unknown - exam content stable since 2016
- Announcement date: 2016
Updates
- Microsoft Word 2016 16.0 (Build 16.0.5456.1000) Exam content frozen - no new features added after initial release • Release date: 2016-09-22
- Microsoft 365 Apps
Who should take this exam?
- Fundamental understanding of the Word 2016 environment
- Experience creating and editing two- to three-page documents
- Familiarity with Word features for various purposes and situations