How to Set Up Templates in Word 2007 Using Macros

Templates can save you time.

If you create the same type of template over and over again, you may want to consider using a macro to create the template for you. A macro is a small piece of Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) code. Don't worry--you can set up templates in Word 2007 without knowing a programming language. All of the tools you need to create a template using macros are right there on the toolbar.

Things You'll Need

• Word 2007

Instructions

1. Click on the "View" tab on the toolbar.

2. Click on "Macros" and then click on "Record Macro." A pop up window will appear.

3. Type a name for your macro in the "Macro name" text box. For example, "Letter Template."

4. Click on "OK." The macro is now recording your keystrokes for playback at a later time.

5. Make your template. For example, if you are making a template for a personal letter, you might type your name, address and phone number, and a salutation.

6. Click on "Macros" and then click on "Stop recording." Your template macro is now created.

Tips & Warnings

• To use the macro, click on "Macros" and then click on "View macros." Click on the name of your template and then click "Run" to run the template macro.

References

• Microsoft: About Macros in Excel