How to keep cc in mail merge
When using mail merge in Microsoft Word, you may encounter issues with keeping the CC (Carbon Copy) field intact. Here are some tips to help you keep the CC field in your mail merge:
- Use the "Include original fields" option: When setting up your mail merge, go to the "Mail Merge" tab, and under "Mail Merge Options", check the box next to "Include original fields". This will ensure that the CC field is included in the merged document.
- Use the "Merge to new document" option: Instead of merging to an existing document, create a new document specifically for the mail merge. This will prevent any existing CC fields from being overwritten.
- Use the "Update fields" option: After merging the document, go to the "Mailings" tab, and click on "Update Fields". This will update the CC field to reflect the new recipient information.
- Use a separate field for CC: Instead of using the built-in CC field, create a separate field in your data source (e.g., Excel spreadsheet) specifically for the CC recipient. This will allow you to control the formatting and placement of the CC field more easily.
- Use a merge code: Use a merge code to insert the CC field into your document. For example, you can use the following code:
{ MERGEFIELD CC }. This will insert the CC field into your document, and you can format it as needed. - Use a mail merge template: Create a mail merge template with the CC field already inserted. This will ensure that the CC field is included in the merged document and can be formatted as needed.
- Use a third-party add-in: There are several third-party add-ins available that can help you manage CC fields in mail merge, such as Mail Merge Toolkit or MergeField Manager.
By following these tips, you should be able to keep the CC field intact during your mail merge process.