Shenan has given you all the information you need to install the German
proofing tools (once acquired) and use an international keyboard. For
occasional typing of words with accents (in any language), see
http://word.mvps.org/FAQs/General/InsertSpecChars.htm

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Suzanne S. Barnhill
Microsoft MVP (Word)
Words into Type
Fairhope, Alabama USA
Word MVP FAQ site: http://word.mvps.org
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"KK" wrote in message
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Hello,

I am trying to translate some German text to English. I think I can do
this
in Word.

My PC does not appear to have support for German , can I install it ?

How do I enter German characters such as o (with a double dot above). ?

Can I use spell check on the German text?

Can I then translate to English?

I have windows XP (Home).

With thanks for all advice

KK