Word template

Working with Microsoft Word Templates—The Foundation

Distinguish between a template and an ordinary document.

Distinguish between a document template and a global template.

Save a document as a template.

Attach a different template to your document.

Open a template for editing.

Find the location of templates on your computer.

Make additional tabs under the New option on the File menu (or remove unwanted tabs).

Set up and use Workgroup Templates.

Create a Global Template.

Copy macros, styles, and AutoText entries from one template (or document) to another.

Use Visual Basic for Applications (macros) to automate your work.

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