Advice On Word Processing App For Win 7

I need a very simplistic word processor app for very simple letter writing (no frills, attachments, etc.). Two things that are an absolute must concern cutting/pasting from online articles and websites:


1. It must easily cut and paste paragraphs or sentences in 'clear formatting', eliminating any fancy/oversized/bold fonts, either automatically, or without much effort from me.

2. It must strip the 'hyperlink' junk from cut/paste urls.


Using Word 2003 for either is a constant battle I'm tired of fighting. Anyone know of a KISS app that will be expedient to use, and not a major irritation?

 

Have you considered trying an old version of WordPerfect, or even Wordpad?

 

I no longer have a copy of Office 2003 but, in Word 2007, you can add a "Paste Special" command to the Quick Access Toolbar that will allow you to paste things as unformatted text.

 

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