Word processor program

This article is about the computer program. For stand-alone word processing machines, see Word processor (electronic device). For the general concept, see Word processor.

A word processor program is an application program that provides word processing functions. The most basic of them include input, editing, formatting, and output of rich text.

The functions of a word processor program fall somewhere between those of a simple text editor and a fully functioned desktop publishing program. While the distinction between a text editor and a word processor is clear—namely the capability of editing rich text—the distinctions between a word processor and a desktop publishing program has become unclear as word processing software has gained features such as ligature support added to the 2010 version of Microsoft Word.[1][2]

Common word processor programs include LibreOffice Writer, Microsoft Word, local/offline applications, and Google Docs, an online application.

  1. ^ Amanda Presley (28 January 2010). "What Distinguishes Desktop Publishing From Word Processing?". Brighthub.com. Archived from the original on 1 April 2019. Retrieved 1 January 2019.
  2. ^ "How to Use Microsoft Word as a Desktop Publishing Tool". PCWorld. 28 May 2012. Archived from the original on 19 August 2017. Retrieved 3 May 2018.