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The MTWerks Difference

MTWerks teaches skills you won't find anywhere else!  You will learn specific tips, techniques, and ideas that will truly make a difference, even for experienced users of Word and Windows.   Not only do you learn how to work more efficiently, but you will also learn how to avoid trouble and solve problems in MS Word and Windows.  The table below lists just a few of the techniques taught along with their advantages.   Just like saving a few cents a day will add up to hundreds of dollars over a lifetime, saving a few seconds on every small task, multiplied by hundreds of tasks a day, adds up to hours by the end of the week. And for most transcriptionists, time = money.

 

Technique

Advantage

Using keyboard commands instead of using the mouse

Saves up to 6 seconds per command

Recording macros

Reduces multiple-step tasks to 1-2 seconds

Creating templates (dot files)

Reduces formatting tasks 90-100% while transcribing

Using AutoCorrect and AutoText and/or Instant Text

Reduces keystrokes up to 50% or more

Customizing the Windows Start Menu

Opens files, programs and web sites in 2 keystrokes versus 4-5 mouse clicks

Using electronic references (electronic dictionaries, electronic word lists)

Locates the definition of a term in as little as 10 seconds

Using right-click menus

Reduces many editing tasks to 2 quick clicks

Changing Options

Reduces overall frustration, backspacing, reformatting, editing, and retyping of text

Using fields for inserting second page headers/demographics

Saves 100% of time spent on second page headers

Do these questions sound familiar?

  • Why does my font always revert to Times New Roman?

  • How can I reveal codes?

  • Word will not automatically capitalize words following a sentence ending in a digit. Can I change this?

  • How do I create a stop in a macro like I did in WordPerfect 5.1?

  • Suddenly I have red lines and red text appearing all over my document. What do I do?

  • I'm getting a new computer but I don't want to re-create all my AutoCorrect entries and macros.  What files do I need to copy to the new computer?

  • Word asks me if I want to save changes to the Normal.dot.  What is the Normal.dot and how do I answer?

  • Word automatically indents a numbered list.  How do I get it back to the right margin?

How can MTWerks help you?

Regardless of your learning style, schedule, or budget, MTWerks is your best resource for learning MS Word, Windows, and Instant Text!  Browse the products below to see how MTWerks can help you work smarter, not harder!

Books

MTWerks offers three print publications:

The Medical Transcriptionist's Guide to MS Word 3rd Edition: Make It Your Own by Laura Bryan, CMT

Workbook for The Medical Transcriptionist's Guide to MS Word 3rd Edition: Make It Your Own by Laura Bryan, CMT

Words on Windows: An introduction to Windows, Outlook Express and Internet Explorer by Laura Bryan, CMT

Online Classes

MTWerks LIVE! Online classes (also called webinars) are broadcast over the Internet.  No special technical expertise is required.  Log into the web site provided by email, then sit back, watch a live demonstration and listen to the accompanying lecture, ask questions and get real-time feedback.  It's the next best thing to being in an actual classroom.  Learn more here.

Videos

MTWerks LIVE! Videos are recorded versions of MTWerks LIVE! Classes.  Videos are perfect for those unable to attend "class" due to scheduling conflicts.  No special equipment or expertise is required to view the videos.  Just click the link provided by email and the video will download and play on your computer using Windows Media Player (automatically installs with Windows), Real Player, or other standard media software.  Learn more here.

MTips Newsletter

MTips is a free, online newsletter that is sent out periodically to MTips email subscribers.  MTips contains helpful hints, links to interesting articles, the MTWerks LIVE! class schedule, and more. Learn more here.

Online Store

MTWerks offers a full line of printed and electronic reference materials from Stedmans, Instant Text by Textware Solutions, hardware and transcription-related software through our online store. Access the PCWerks/MTWerks online store here. 

Instant Text Training

Instant Text is an outstanding text expansion software that helps MTs increase their speed and accuracy.  Instant Text has features and benefits not offered in any other text expansion product on the market.  Learn more here.

Workshops, Company Training & Private Consultations

MTWerks offers customized training, both onsite and web-based, for individuals, associations, companies, and hospitals. Learn more about MTWerks Services here.

Technical Support

MTWerks offers technical support by email, phone, or web-based consultations.  Contact Laura at 877-320-1241 or email Laura with your question. 

Custom Templates & Macros

Let MTWerks help create custom templates and macros to help automate your accounts. Customized templates in MS Word (dot files) are ideal for transcription services or transcription departments when several MTs will be working on the same account.  Use templates to format headers, footers, headings and paragraphs, and to automate patient demographics.  Template files can also contain customized macros, "normal" text, and instructions.  Template files help assure consistency and accuracy across your entire staff because they can contain everything an MT needs to start a new work type or a new account--all contained in a single file for easy distribution.

 Templates and macros start at as little as $40 each.  Call 877-320-1241 or write to Laura for pricing and other details.

Digital Transcription through MedEDocs Transcription Applications

Small to medium sized transcription companies can now enjoy the benefits of digital transcription, with complete file management and billing capabilities with the affordable and easy-to-use MedEDocs Transcription Application Service.  Learn how easily you can move your outdated, time-consuming tape and pickup/delivery service to a digital transcription platform today! Click here to learn more about the MedEDocs Internet-based transcription system.

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