Most text entry boxes that you will encounter when submitting content to this site have now been updated to a 'wysiwyg' editor that makes inputting, formatting and checking submissions very much easier.  The tool bar in the wysiwyg window is very similar to the familiar Word toolbar, and the meanings of the icons are mostly self-evident.  If in doubt, hovering over a toolbar icon displays a hint.  You can also copy and paste text (and images!) from Word etc. into the wysiwyg window, and the software will usually sort out the formatting and provide a reasonable rendition of the original content.  As usual, let me know how you get on with this feature.

Exhibit: screenshot of wysiwyg editor for this page