Use a Template

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Get Ready

Make sure you have started Word.

Determine what type of document you want to create.
Example: Letter

Begin
Display the File menu and then click the word New.
OR
Hold down the Ctrl key and then type N.
Click the tab that represents the type of document you want to create.
Example: Letters & Faxes
Double-click the name of template that represents the type of document you want to create. In a few moments, a new document will display, containing some preset text and fields.
Example: Professional Letter
Click in the indicated locations and enter the specified text. For example, a box displaying the words “Company Name Here” may be displayed. In such a case, you would click in the box, delete the text “Company Name Here,” and then type the name of your company.