How to Create a Free Paper Banner
If you are planning on throwing a party or hosting a special event, one of the items that may be needed is a personalized banner. Most print shops will create a paper banner for you after charging you a small fee. However, by using software that is already on your computer, you can create your own paper banner and pocket the extra cash to be used on other party or event items.
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Instructions
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Open the Microsoft Word program on your computer.
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Click on "File" that is located on the menu bar. Select "New" and "New From Templates." Browse through the available banner templates. Choose the banner template you would like to use. If you do not see a banner template that you like, you can visit the Microsoft website to download more banner templates for free.
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Begin customizing the banner template by entering your own personalized text and graphics. You can also change the color of the text that appears on your banner by highlighting the text and clicking on the font color palette icon that is located on your toolbar.
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Click on "File" and "Save As" to save your banner.
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Click on "File" and "Print" to print your banner. Depending on the printer that you are using, you may be able to use long banner paper. If you cannot use banner-length paper, you can use regular 8 1/2-inch by 11-inch paper. When using the regular-sized paper, your banner will be broken up in segments. You will have to tape, glue, or staple the pages together to assemble a complete banner.
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