How to Create a Memo in Microsoft Word 2003

Advanced word processors like Microsoft Word 2003 were primarily created to make life at the office far easier for businesses and their employees. Of the great variety of features included within this program, the memo creation feature is perhaps one of the most widely used amongst office workers. Users are able to select from several pre-created memo templates, or they can even design their own custom memo templates using the memo wizard.

Instructions

1. Open the document wizard. Click on “File” and select “New.” A new document wizard will open in a task pane to the right.

2. Open the templates box. Click on “On My Computer” link under the “Templates” field inside of the new document task pane to the right. A templates box will open.

3. Access the memo templates. Click on the “Memo” tab to access the memo templates box.

4. Choose your desired memo template. There are three memo templates that you can choose from: contemporary, elegant and professional. Click on the desired memo template to open that template. Fill in the fields on the template that you just opened and save the file as desired.

5. Select the memo wizard. Click on the “Memo Wizard: icon to open the memo wizard. Follow the steps in the wizard, which will guide you on each step to creating the desired custom memo template. Click “Finished” when done to create your new memo template.

Tips & Warnings

• The memo wizard allows for the easy creation of professional memos in just minutes.

• Make sure to save your memo after you have chosen the desired memo template.