How to Insert a Watermark in Word

Microsoft Word makes it easy to add watermarks to a document. A watermark is a faint image that appears behind the text. For example, the background may be a company logo or wording such as "Draft" or "Confidential." This guide will help you insert a watermark easily in a Word document.

Instructions

How to Insert a Picture as a Watermark

1. 

   Select <Format> from the standard toolbar.

2. 

   Choose <Background> from the drop-down menu and select <Printed Watermark>.

3. 

   Click the <Picture Watermark> button and locate the appropriate picture to use as the watermark.

4. 

   Verify that the Washout option check box is activated to present the watermark as less visible behind the text.

5. Click <OK>.

How to Insert a Picture as a Watermark

1. 

   Select <Format> from the standard toolbar.

2. 

   Choose <Background> from the drop-down menu and select <Text Watermark>.

3. 

   Click the <Text Watermark> button to activate the text option.

4. 

   Select text from the drop-down menu.

5. 

   Click <OK>.

Tips & Warnings

• When choosing a text watermark, make sure the coloring is set to a light grey and the semitransparent check box is selected.

• Define whether the text should appear diagonal or horizontal.