How do i create mailing labels from outlook contacts
Creating mailing labels from Outlook contacts is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide:
Method 1: Using Outlook's Built-in Feature
- Open Outlook and go to the "Contacts" folder.
- Select the contacts you want to create labels for. You can select multiple contacts by holding the Ctrl key while clicking on each contact.
- Right-click on one of the selected contacts and choose "Actions" > "Create Mailing Labels".
- In the "Create Mailing Labels" dialog box, select the label format you want to use (e.g., Avery 5160).
- Choose the fields you want to include on the label, such as "First Name", "Last Name", "Company", and "Address".
- Click "OK" to create the labels.
Method 2: Using a Third-Party Add-in
There are several third-party add-ins available that can help you create mailing labels from Outlook contacts. Here's an example using "Label Maker" add-in:
- Install the "Label Maker" add-in from the Microsoft Store or download it from the developer's website.
- Open Outlook and go to the "Contacts" folder.
- Select the contacts you want to create labels for.
- Click on the "Label Maker" button in the ribbon or press the keyboard shortcut (usually Ctrl + Shift + L).
- In the "Label Maker" dialog box, select the label format and fields you want to include.
- Click "Create Labels" to generate the labels.
Method 3: Using a Template
You can also create a template in Microsoft Word or another word processing software and then use it to create mailing labels from Outlook contacts. Here's an example:
- Open Microsoft Word and create a new document.
- Design the label template with the fields you want to include (e.g., "First Name", "Last Name", "Company", and "Address").
- Save the template as a Word document (.docx).
- Open Outlook and go to the "Contacts" folder.
- Select the contacts you want to create labels for.
- Right-click on one of the selected contacts and choose "Export" > "Export to a file" > "Word Document".
- In the "Export to Word Document" dialog box, select the template you created and choose the fields you want to include.
- Click "Export" to generate the labels.
Regardless of the method you choose, you'll need to have the necessary label paper and a printer to print the labels.