How to Format a Word Booklet

Microsoft (MS) Word contains a feature that allows you to put your documents into a book-like format, using a regular 8.5 x 11-inch sheet of paper. Once printed, these sheets can then be bound together with staples or glue. Your document must have more than two pages for this feature to work. The edition of MS Word that you have doesn't matter, as these instructions work in all versions.

Things You'll Need

• 8.5 x 11-inch computer paper
• Printer

Instructions

The Initial Formatting

1. Open a blank document in MS Word.

2. Click on 'File' and choose 'Page Set Up' from the top toolbar. Click on the 'Margins' tab in the dialogue box that opens.

3. Select the 'Multiple Pages' list and choose 'Book fold.'

4. Set your margins in the 'Inside' and 'Outside' boxes. You may type in a value or select a preset width.

5. Find the 'Sheets Per Booklet' list and choose how many pages will be in your booklet.

6. Click 'OK' when you have set all of your options. Add content to the Word document as usual. When finished, save your work.

Formatting to Print

1. Click on 'File' and choose 'Print' from the top toolbar.

2. Select the 'Manual Duplex' box. You'll need to remain with the computer and printer, following the prompts on the screen during printing.

3. Select your page range for printing or leave it blank to print all pages.

4. Click 'Print' when you are ready to print.

Tips & Warnings

• You can also include a special margin (called a gutter) if you need extra space. Set this margin when you set the Inside and Outside margins for the page.

• If you have a duplex printer, you can set the printer options to take advantage of this. Consult your printer's manual for the proper instructions.

References

• Microsoft Office Online: Format a Folded Booklet