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Word Processing
Word processing refers to the creation, editing, formatting, and printing of text documents using a
computer program. Word processors offer a variety of features to facilitate writing and document
management, making it easier to produce professional-quality documents. Key functionalities include text
formatting, spell check, grammar check, text alignment, and the ability to insert images, tables, and other
elements.

Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word is a widely-used word processing application developed by Microsoft. It is part of
the Microsoft Office suite and is designed to create, edit, and format text documents. MS Word is used for a
variety of purposes, including writing reports, creating resumes, drafting letters, and designing flyers.

Features of Microsoft Word

Formatting Features
1. Font Styles and Sizes - Customize text appearance with various fonts, sizes, and styles (bold, italic,
underline).
2. Paragraph Formatting - Adjust alignment, line spacing, and indentation for organized text layout.
3. Bullets and Numbering - Create lists with bullet points or numbers for structured information.

Graphical Features
4. Images and Shapes - Insert and FORMAT pictures, shapes, and icons to enhance visual appeal.
5. SmartArt - Create diagrams and process charts easily.
6. Charts - Insert and customize different types of charts (bar, line, pie).

Document Creation and Management Features

7. Templates - Use pre-designed document layouts for various purposes like resumes and reports.
8. Navigation Pane - Helps navigate through the document using headings and search results.
9. Document Views - Various views (Print Layout, Web Layout, Read Mode) for different editing
needs.

Review and Editing Features

10. Spell Check and Grammar Check - Automated tools for identifying and correcting errors.
11. Track Changes - Review edits made by multiple users. He were going to play
12. Comments - Add and manage comments for collaborative editing.

Insert Options
13. Hyperlinks - Insert links to web pages, email addresses, or document sections
14. Header and Footer - Add text, page numbers, and dates to the top or bottom of pages.

Page Layout and Design Features

15. Margins and Orientation - Adjust page margins and switch between portrait and landscape
orientations.
16. Columns - Create multi-column layouts for structured text formatting.
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Collaboration Features
17. Real-Time Co-Authoring - Multiple users can work on a document simultaneously.
18. Sharing Options - Share documents via email or cloud services like One Drive.

Advanced Features
19. Mail Merge - Automate the creation of personalized documents.
20. Macros - Record and automate repetitive tasks.

Accessibility and Security Features

21. Accessibility Checker - Ensures documents are accessible to people with disabilities.
22. Document Protection - Restrict editing, add passwords, and protect sensitive information.
This short list covers the essential features that make Microsoft Word a powerful tool for document creation
and management.

Important Terms in Microsoft Word:

1. Document: A file created in Microsoft Word that contains text, formatting, images, or other
elements.
2. Word Processor: A software application designed for creating, editing, formatting, and
manipulating text documents, such as Microsoft Word.
3. Formatting: The process of applying styles, fonts, colours, and other visual elements to text or
objects in a document.
4. Font: A set of characters with a specific design, style, and size, such as Arial, Times New Roman, or
Calibri.
5. Paragraph: A distinct section of text in a document, typically separated by a blank line or
indentation.
6. Indent: The distance that text is spaced from the left or right margin of a document.
7. Tab: A horizontal spacing tool used to align and organize text or create lists.
8. Margin: The blank space around the edges of a document page.
9. Header and Footer: Areas at the top and bottom of a document page, respectively, used for
inserting information like page numbers, titles, or dates.
10. Spelling and Grammar Check: A feature that automatically identifies and suggests corrections for
spelling and grammatical errors in a document.
11. Find and Replace: A tool that allows users to locate and replace specific text or formatting elements
within a document.
12. Table: A grid of rows and columns used to organize and present data or information in a structured
format.
13. Styles: Pre-defined formatting settings that can be applied to text or paragraphs to maintain
consistency throughout a document.
14. Templates: Pre-designed document layouts with specific formatting and styles, which can be used as
a starting point for creating new documents.

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Components of Microsoft word

1. Title Bar
 Description: Displays the name of the current document and the program (Microsoft Word). It also
contains control buttons to minimize, maximize, or close the window.

2. Quick Access Toolbar

 Description: A customizable toolbar that provides quick access to frequently used commands such
as Save, Undo, Redo, and Print.

3. Ribbon
 Description: The main toolbar that runs across the top of the window, divided into tabs (e.g., Home,
Insert, Design) that organize commands and tools into groups for easy access.

4. Tabs on the Ribbon

 Home: Contains clipboard, font, paragraph, and style commands.
 Insert: Provides options to insert tables, pictures, shapes, charts, and more.
 Design: Allows you to customize the document's theme, colors, and effects.
 Layout: Includes options for page setup, margins, orientation, and size.
 References: Contains tools for adding table of contents, citations, footnotes, and endnotes.
 Mailings: Used for mail merge tasks.
 Review: Includes spell check, grammar check, track changes, and comments.
 View: Offers different document views and window arrangements.

5. Document Area
 Description: The main workspace where you type and edit your document. This area represents the
pages of your document.

6. Status Bar
 Description: Located at the bottom of the window, it displays information about the document, such
as page number, word count, and the current view. It also contains buttons to switch between
different document views (e.g., Print Layout, Read Mode).

7. Scroll Bars
 Vertical Scroll Bar: Allows you to scroll up and down through the document.
 Horizontal Scroll Bar: Allows you to scroll left and right (if the document width exceeds the
window width).

8. Zoom Control
 Description: Located at the bottom right of the window, it lets you zoom in and out of the document
for better visibility or a broader view.

9. Navigation Pane
 Description: An optional panel that can be displayed on the left side of the window, providing an
overview of the document structure, including headings, pages, and search results.

10. Mini Toolbar

 Description: A small toolbar that appears when you select text, offering quick access to common
formatting tools like font, size, bold, italic, and color.
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11. File Tab (Backstage View)

 Description: Located on the left end of the Ribbon, it provides access to file management options
such as Save, Save As, Open, Close, Print, and document properties.

12. Contextual Tabs

 Description: Special tabs that appear on the Ribbon when specific objects (like tables, images, or
charts) are selected, offering additional formatting and editing options.

13. Ruler
 Description: Located at the top and left side of the document area, it helps with the alignment and
placement of text, tables, and other elements.

14. Task Pane

 Description: An optional panel that can appear on the side of the window, providing additional
commands and options related to specific tasks (e.g., formatting pictures, research tools).
These components collectively make up the Microsoft Word interface, providing a comprehensive set of
tools and options for creating and managing documents effectively.

Steps to Create a New File in Microsoft Word

1. Open Microsoft Word
 Launch Microsoft Word from your desktop, Start menu, or taskbar.
2. Start a New Document
 Option 1: On the start screen, select "Blank document".
 Option 2: If Word is already open, click on the "File" tab in the Ribbon, then select "New"
and click "Blank document".
3. Begin Typing
 Start typing your content in the new blank document.
4. Save the Document
 Step 1: Click on the "File" tab.
 Step 2: Select "Save As".
 Step 3: Choose a location (e.g., This PC, OneDrive).
 Step 4: Enter a file name and choose the file DESIGN (typically .docx).
 Step 5: Click "Save".

Optional: Using a Template

1. Select a Template
 Step 1: Click on the "File" tab.
 Step 2: Select "New".
 Step 3: Browse the available templates and select one that suits your needs.
2. Customize the Template
 Modify the text and design elements in the template to fit your requirements.

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3. Save the Customized Document

 Follow the same save steps as above to save your customized document.
These steps will guide you in quickly creating and saving a new file in Microsoft Word.

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Steps to Close a File in Microsoft Word

1. Save Your Work (Optional but Recommended)
 Step 1: Click on the "File" tab.
 Step 2: Select "Save" or "Save As" to ensure all changes are saved.
2. Close the File
 Option 1: Click the "File" tab, then select "Close".
 Option 2: Click the "X" button on the top-right corner of the document window (not the
application window if you have multiple documents open).
 Option 3: Use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + W.
3. Confirm Save (If Prompted)
 If you have unsaved changes, a prompt will appear asking if you want to save the changes.
Choose "Save", "Don't Save", or "Cancel" based on your preference.
These steps will help you efficiently close a file in Microsoft Word.

Steps to Open a File in Microsoft Word

1. Launch Microsoft Word
 Open Microsoft Word from your desktop, Start menu, or taskbar.
2. Open the File
 Option 1:
 Click on the "File" tab in the Ribbon.
 Select "Open".
 Choose "This PC" or "OneDrive" (or browse to another location).
 Navigate to the file you want to open, select it, and click "Open".
 Option 2:
 Use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + O.
 Browse to the location of the file, select it, and click "Open".
3. Recent Files (Optional)
 Step 1: Click on the "File" tab.
 Step 2: Select "Open".
 Step 3: Choose from the list of recent files for quick access.
These steps will help you efficiently open a file in Microsoft Word

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Different Views in Microsoft Word

1. Print Layout View
 Description: This is the default view in Word, showing how the document will look when
printed. It displays the margins, headers, footers, and other formatting elements.
 Usage: Ideal for preparing documents for printing, as it gives an accurate representation of
the final printed output.
2. Web Layout View
 Description: Displays the document as it would appear in a web browser. It shows how text,
graphics, and other elements will look online.
 Usage: Useful for creating web pages or online documents, as it helps ensure the content
appears correctly in web formats.
3. Read Mode
 Description: Optimizes the document for reading on-screen. It hides most of the editing tools
and uses larger text to improve readability.
 Usage: Best for reading and reviewing documents, particularly on smaller screens or tablets.
4. Outline View
 Description: Displays the document in outline form, showing the structure and organization
of headings and subheadings. It allows for easy rearrangement of sections.
 Usage: Ideal for organizing and structuring documents, especially long ones with multiple
sections or chapters.
5. Draft View
 Description: Focuses on the text content without displaying most formatting elements like
headers, footers, or images. It provides a simplified view of the document.
 Usage: Useful for editing and writing, as it allows you to concentrate on the text itself
without distractions from formatting.

How to Switch Views

1. Using the View Tab:
 Click on the "View" tab in the Ribbon.
 Select the desired view from the options available (Print Layout, Web Layout, Read Mode,
Outline, Draft).
2. Using the Status Bar:
 At the bottom right of the Word window, there are view buttons and a zoom slider.
 Click on the view icons to switch between Print Layout, Read Mode, and Web Layout
quickly.
3. Keyboard Shortcuts:
 Print Layout: Alt + Ctrl + P
 Web Layout: Alt + Ctrl + W

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 Outline View: Alt + Ctrl + O

 Draft View: Alt + Ctrl + N
These views in Microsoft Word provide flexibility in how you interact with your document, catering to
different stages of document creation, editing, and reading.

Basic Editing Tasks

1. Open the Document
 Open Microsoft Word.
 Use File > Open or Ctrl + O to open the document you want to edit.
2. Select Text
 Click and drag your mouse over the text you want to edit.
3. Methods of Selection
 Using Mouse
 Drag the Mouse over text
 To select a single word – Double Click on word
 To select Single Paragraph – Triple Click anywhere within paragraph
 To Select Sentence – Ctrl key + Single Click anywhere within sentence
 To select multiple lines- Move the Mouse to left of the text till the mouse pointer
changes to selection pointer Now drag the mouse to select multiple lines
 To select Horizontal text- Ctrl key + Drag (to select non continuous text)
Shift Key + Click (to select continuous text)
 To select vertical text- Alt key + Drag
 Or, use the keyboard shortcuts:
 Shift + Navigation keys(Arrow keys, End Key, Home Key, Page Up, Page Done)
to select text.
 Ctrl + A to select all text in the document.
4. Cut, Copy, and Paste
 Cut (Ctrl + X): text and places it on the Clipboard
 Copy (Ctrl + C): Copies the selected text to the clipboard without removing it from the
document.
 Paste (Ctrl + V): Inserts the content from the Clipboard into the document at the cursor
position.
5. Undo and Redo
 Undo (Ctrl + Z): Reverses the last action.
 Redo (Ctrl + Y): Re-applies the last undone action.
6. Find and Replace
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 Find (Ctrl + F): Opens the Navigation Pane to search for text in the document.
 Replace (Ctrl + H): Opens the Find and Replace dialog box to search for and replace text.

In Microsoft Word, Character Formatting options allow you to apply various styles and effects
to individual characters or a selected text within a document . Here are some common character formatting options and the
steps to apply them:

Character Formatting Options in MS Word:

1. Font Style (e.g., Arial, Times New Roman, Calibri)
2. Font Size
3. Bold
4. Italic
5. Underline
6. Strikethrough
7. Subscript
8. Superscript
9. Font Color
10. Text Highlight Color
11. Text Effects (e.g., Emboss, Outline, Shadow)
12. Change Case
13. Format Painter

Steps for Character Formatting:

1. Select the text you want to format by dragging your mouse cursor over it or using keyboard shortcuts
(Shift + Arrow keys).
2. Access the character formatting options from the Home tab on the Ribbon or the mini toolbar that
appears when you select text.
3. To change the font style or size, click the respective dropdown menus in the Font group and choose
the desired option.
4. To apply bold, italic, underline, or strikethrough formatting, click the corresponding buttons in the
Font group.
5. For subscript or superscript, click the respective buttons in the Font group.
6. To change the font color, click the Font Color dropdown in the Font group and select a color from
the palette.
7. To highlight text, click the Text Highlight Color dropdown in the Font group and choose a highlight
color.
8. For text effects like emboss, outline, or shadow, click the Text Effects and Typography button in the
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9. You can also access additional character formatting options by right-clicking the selected text and
choosing "Font" from the context menu. This will open the Font dialog box, which provides more
advanced formatting options.
10. After applying the desired character formatting, click outside the selected text or press the Esc key to
deselect the text.
Remember, character formatting applies to individual characters or selected text within a document, while
paragraph formatting (such as line spacing, indentation, and alignment) applies to entire paragraphs.
Experiment with different character formatting options to achieve the desired visual styling for your text.

In Microsoft Word, Paragraph Formatting options allow you to control the appearance and
layout of entire paragraphs within a document. Here are some common paragraph formatting options and the
steps to apply them:

Paragraph Formatting Options in MS Word:

1. Line Spacing
2. Indentation (Left, Right, First Line)
3. Alignment (Left, Center, Right, Justified)
4. Spacing (Before and After paragraphs)
5. Shading and Borders
6. Bullets and Numbering
7. Tabs
8. Line and Page Breaks

Steps for Paragraph Formatting (in short):

1. Place the cursor anywhere within the paragraph you want to format, or select multiple paragraphs.
2. Access the paragraph formatting options from the Home tab on the Ribbon or the Paragraph group
on the mini toolbar.
3. For line spacing, click the Line and Paragraph Spacing button and choose the desired option (e.g.,
single, double, multiple lines).
4. For indentation, use the Increase Indent or Decrease Indent buttons, or adjust the Left, Right, or First
Line indents in the Paragraph group.
5. For alignment, click the Align Left, Center, Align Right, or Justify buttons in the Paragraph group.
6. To adjust spacing before or after paragraphs, use the Spacing options in the Paragraph group.
7. For shading or borders, click the Shading or Borders buttons in the Paragraph group.
8. To create bulleted or numbered lists, click the Bullets or Numbering buttons in the Paragraph group.
9. For tabs, click the Tab options in the Paragraph group or use the horizontal ruler.
10. To insert line or page breaks, use the respective buttons in the Paragraph group or press
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You can also right-click within a paragraph and choose "Paragraph" from the context menu to access
additional formatting options in the Paragraph dialog box.
Remember, paragraph formatting affects the entire paragraph, while character formatting (such as font style,
size, and color) applies to individual characters or selected text within a paragraph.

Page Formatting
In Microsoft Word, page formatting options allow you to control the overall layout and appearance of the
pages in your document. Here are some common page formatting options and the steps to apply them (in
short):

Page Formatting Options in MS Word:

1. Page Size (e.g., Letter, A4, Legal)
2. Page Orientation (Portrait or Landscape)
3. Margins (Top, Bottom, Left, Right)
4. Page Breaks
5. Headers and Footers
6. Page Numbers
7. Page Borders
8. Page Background (Color or Watermark)
9. Page Layout (Single, Multiple Columns)
10. Section Breaks

Steps for Page Formatting (in short):

1. Click the "Layout" tab on the Ribbon.
2. For page size and orientation, click the "Size" and "Orientation" options in the Page Setup group.
3. To adjust margins, click the "Margins" button in the Page Setup group and choose a preset or
customize the margins.
4. For page breaks, click the "Breaks" button in the Page Setup group and select the desired break type.
5. To add headers/footers, click the "Header" or "Footer" buttons in the Header & Footer group.
6. For page numbers, click the "Page Numbers" button in the Header & Footer group and choose a
position.
7. To add page borders, click the "Page Borders" button in the Page Background group and select a
border style.
8. For page background color or watermark, click the "Page Color" or "Watermark" buttons in the Page
Background group.
9. To create multiple columns on a page, click the "Columns" button in the Page Setup group and
choose the desired column layout.
10. For section breaks (to apply different formatting to different parts of the document), click the
"Breaks" button and select the appropriate section break type.
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You can also access additional page formatting options by clicking the "Page Setup" group dialog box
launcher (small arrow in the bottom-right corner of the group) or by going to the "Layout" tab and selecting
the appropriate options.
Remember, page formatting affects the overall layout and appearance of the pages in your document, while
paragraph and character formatting control the appearance of text within those pages.

In Microsoft Word, there are various options for working with Tables, which allow you to organize
and present data in a structured format. Here are some common options for working with tables in MS
Word, along with the steps to use them (in short):

Options for Working with Tables in MS Word:

1. Insert Table
2. Table Design and Layout
3. Table Styles
4. Table Formatting
5. Table Data (Sorting, Formulas, etc.)
6. Table Rows and Columns (Insert, Delete, Resize)
7. Changing Row Height/Columns Width
8. Merging Cells, Splitting Cells
9. Splitting Tables
10. Table Borders and Shading
11. Convert Text to Table
12. Table Properties
13. Table Formulas and Calculations
Steps for Using Table Options (in short):
1. Insert Table:
o Click the "Insert" tab on the Ribbon, and then click the "Table" button.
o Drag the cursor to select the desired number of rows and columns.
2. Table Design and Layout:
o Click the "Design" tab on the Ribbon to access table styles and layouts.
o Choose a predefined table style or customize the table layout.
3. Table Styles:
o Click the "Table Styles" group on the Design tab to apply a preset style.
4. Table Formatting:
o Use the options in the "Table Styles" group (e.g., Shading, Borders, Alignment) to format the
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5. Table Data:
o Click inside a table cell and start typing to enter data.
o Use the "Sort" button on the "Layout" tab to sort data.
o Click the "Formula" button to insert formulas and perform calculations.
6. Table Rows and Columns:
o Click on a row or column and use the "Rows & Columns" group on the "Layout" tab to
insert, delete, or resize rows and columns.
7. Table Borders and Shading:
o Use the "Borders" and "Shading" buttons in the "Table Styles" group to customize borders
and shading.
8. Convert Text to Table:
o Select the text you want to convert.
o Click the "Table" button on the "Insert" tab, and then choose "Convert Text to Table."
9. Table Properties:
o Right-click inside the table and choose "Table Properties" to access advanced table settings.
10. Table Formulas and Calculations:
o Click inside a table cell and use the formula syntax (e.g., =SUM(A1:A5)) to perform
calculations.
o Use the "Formula" button on the "Layout" tab to insert and manage formulas.
These are just some of the options for working with tables in Microsoft Word. The application offers many
more advanced features and functionalities for managing tables and working with data within tables.

Microsoft Word provides various Graphical features that allow you to enhance the visual appeal of
your documents by adding images, shapes, and other graphics. Here are some common graphical options in
MS Word and the steps to use them (in short):

Graphical Options in MS Word:

1. Insert Pictures/Images
2. Insert Shapes
3. Insert SmartArt
4. Insert Icons
5. Picture Formatting (Resize, Crop, Rotate, etc.)
6. Picture Styles and Effects
7. Wrap Text Around Images
8. Drawing Tools (Lines, Arrows, Curves, etc.)
9. Text Boxes
10. WordArt

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Steps to Use Graphical Options (in short):

1. Insert Pictures/Images:
o Click the "Insert" tab on the Ribbon, and then click "Pictures" or "Online Pictures."
o Select the image file you want to insert, or search for online images.
2. Insert Shapes:
o Click the "Insert" tab, and then click the "Shapes" button.
o Choose the desired shape from the drop-down menu, and then draw it on the document.
3. Insert SmartArt:
o Click the "Insert" tab, and then click the "SmartArt" button.
o Select a SmartArt layout from the list, and customize it with your content.
4. Insert Icons:
o Click the "Insert" tab, and then click the "Icons" button.
o Browse and select the desired icon from the list.
5. Picture Formatting:
o Select the image, and then use the options in the "Picture Tools" tab (Resize, Crop, Rotate,
etc.).
6. Picture Styles and Effects:
o Select the image, and then click the "Picture Effects" button in the "Picture Styles" group.
o Choose from various picture styles and effects.
7. Wrap Text Around Images:
o Select the image, and then click the "Layout Options" button in the "Arrange" group.
o Select the desired text wrapping option.
8. Drawing Tools:
o Click the "Insert" tab, and then click the "Shapes" button.
o Select a drawing tool (Line, Arrow, Curve, etc.) from the drop-down menu.
o Draw the desired shape on the document.
9. Text Boxes:
o Click the "Insert" tab, and then click the "Text Box" button.
o Draw the text box on the document, and then start typing.
10. WordArt:
o Click the "Insert" tab, and then click the "WordArt" button.
o Select a WordArt style, and then type your text.
o Customize the WordArt formatting using the "Drawing Tools" tab.

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Remember, you can access additional formatting options for graphics by selecting the object and using the
corresponding contextual tabs (e.g., "Picture Tools," "Drawing Tools") on the Ribbon.

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Mail Merge is a powerful feature in Microsoft Word that allows you to create multiple personalized
documents from a single template and a data source (such as an Excel spreadsheet or a Word table). This is
particularly useful when you need to generate a large number of similar documents, such as letters, labels,
envelopes, or email messages, with unique recipient information.

Here are the steps for performing a Mail Merge using the Step-by-Step Mail Merge Wizard to
create letters with personalized names and addresses:
1. Create or open the main document (letter) in Word.
2. Click on the "Mailings" tab, then click "Start Mail Merge" and select "Letters."
3. Select the data source (e.g., an existing Excel file or Word table, or create a new data source).
4. Insert merge fields (placeholders) into the main document where you want the personalized data to
appear (e.g., «FullName», «Address», etc.).
5. Click "Preview Results" to verify the merged data looks correct.
6. Complete the merge by clicking "Finish & Merge" and selecting the desired option (e.g., "Edit
Individual Documents," "Print Documents," or "Send Email Messages").

For a more detailed step-by-step process using the Mail Merge Wizard:
1. Create the main document (letter) with generic content.
2. Click on the "Mailings" tab, then "Start Mail Merge" > "Letters."
3. Click "Select Recipients" > "Use an Existing List," then browse and select your data file.
4. In the main document, place the cursor where you want the name to appear, and click "Insert Merge
Field" > "FullName."
5. Repeat step 4 for other fields like "Address," "City," etc.
6. Click "Preview Results" to see how the merged letters will look.
7. If everything looks correct, click "Finish & Merge" > "Edit Individual Documents."
8. In the Merge to New Document dialog box, select "All" to generate personalized letters for all
recipients.
9. Each recipient's letter will open in a new document for review/editing before printing or saving.
The Mail Merge feature allows you to create personalized documents efficiently by merging data from
external sources into a template document, saving you time and effort compared to manually creating
individual documents.

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