Are you looking to create professional-looking documents in Microsoft Word, but struggling with the design aspect? Avery templates can be your secret weapon. These templates are designed to help you create impressive documents with minimal effort. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to use Avery templates in Word.
Before we dive in, ensure you have the Avery Design & Print Online software installed on your computer. If not, you can download it for free from the Avery website.
Understanding Avery Templates
Avery templates are pre-designed layouts that you can customize with your own content. They are available for a wide range of document types, from business cards to labels and stationery. Understanding how to use these templates can save you time and effort in creating professional documents.
Each Avery template comes with a specific number of designs per page, which is indicated in the template's name. For example, in an "Avery 5163" template, '5163' refers to the number of business card designs on a standard 8.5" x 11" sheet of paper.
Accessing Avery Templates in Word
To use Avery templates in Word, you first need to access them. Here's how:
1. Open Microsoft Word and click on 'File' in the top-left corner.
2. Select 'New from Template' from the dropdown menu.
3. In the 'Search for online templates' field, type 'Avery' and press Enter.
Customizing Avery Templates
Once you've accessed the Avery templates, you can start customizing them with your own content. Here's how:
1. Choose a template that suits your needs and click on it to open it in Word.
2. To replace the sample text with your own, simply click on the text box and start typing. You can also change the font, size, and color of the text using the formatting tools in the 'Home' tab.
3. To add or remove design elements, click on the 'Design' tab in the 'Avery Design & Print' toolbar that appears at the top of your Word document. Here, you can choose from a variety of design themes, colors, and fonts to customize your document.
Printing Avery Templates
Once you've customized your Avery template, you're ready to print it. Here are the steps:
1. Make sure your printer is turned on and has paper loaded.
2. In Word, click on the 'File' menu and select 'Print'.
3. In the 'Print' dialog box, ensure that the 'Print what' option is set to 'Selection' or 'Entire document', depending on what you want to print.
4. Choose your printer from the 'Printer' dropdown menu.
5. Click on 'Print' to start printing your document.
Printing on Avery Label Sheets
If you're using Avery label sheets, there are a few additional steps you need to follow:
1. Ensure that your printer is set to print on Avery label sheets. You can do this by selecting 'Avery 5160' or 'Avery 8160' (or your specific Avery label sheet number) from the 'Paper size' dropdown menu in the 'Print' dialog box.
2. Place your Avery label sheet in your printer, making sure that the top left corner of the sheet is aligned with the top left corner of the printer tray.
3. Follow the printing steps outlined above.
Using Avery templates in Word is a great way to create professional-looking documents quickly and easily. Whether you're creating business cards, labels, or stationery, Avery templates have you covered. So why not give them a try today?