How do i create a mailing list in word

Creating a mailing list in Microsoft Word is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

Method 1: Using the "Table" feature

  1. Open a new Word document or open an existing one.
  2. Go to the "Insert" tab in the ribbon.
  3. Click on the "Table" button in the "Tables" group.
  4. Select the number of rows and columns you want for your mailing list. For a simple list, you can start with a single column and a few rows.
  5. Type the names and addresses in the table cells. You can format the cells to make the text more readable.
  6. To add more rows, right-click on the table and select "Insert" > "Rows" or use the "Tab" key to move to the next row.
  7. To add more columns, right-click on the table and select "Insert" > "Columns" or use the "Shift" key to select multiple columns.

Method 2: Using the "Mail Merge" feature

  1. Open a new Word document or open an existing one.
  2. Go to the "Mailings" tab in the ribbon.
  3. Click on the "Start Mail Merge" button in the "Create" group.
  4. Select "Step-by-Step Mail Merge Wizard" and follow the prompts to create a new mailing list.
  5. Choose "Use an existing list" and select "Type a new list" to create a new list.
  6. Enter the names and addresses in the "Mail Merge Recipients" window.
  7. Click "OK" to close the window and return to your Word document.
  8. You can now use the "Mail Merge" feature to create a document with the mailing list.

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