: For STEM professionals, the "Insert > Equation > Ink Equation" tool allows users to write complex mathematical formulas using a stylus or mouse, which Office then converts into typed text. Advanced Document Design in Word 2016
Deep document creation often involves more than just typing; it requires structured formatting and visual hierarchy. Microsoft Office 2016
Office 2016 significantly upgraded its visualization tools across Excel and PowerPoint: : For STEM professionals, the "Insert > Equation
: While initially more robust in the web versions, Word 2016 introduced the ability to see where others are working in a shared document in real-time if the file is saved to OneDrive or SharePoint . : Essential for long-form articles, the Navigation Pane
: Essential for long-form articles, the Navigation Pane (found under the View tab) allows you to see a live outline of your document and drag-and-drop entire sections to reorganize them.
: This feature brings the power of the web directly into your document. By highlighting a word and selecting Smart Lookup , you can view definitions, Wikipedia entries, and Bing-powered search results in a side pane without leaving the application.
: Rather than manually formatting every paragraph, users can modify the "Normal" or "Heading" styles under the Home tab to update every instance of that style throughout a document simultaneously.