Create a document in Word

Create a new document

1. On the File tab, select New.

2. Select Blank document, or double-click a template image or type the kind of document into the Search for online templates box and press Enter.

Add and format text

1. Click on your new blank page and type some text. 

2. Select text to format and choose font options on the Home tab: Bold, Italic, Bullets, Numbering, and more. 

Add Pictures, Shapes, SmartArt, Chart, and more

1. Select the Insert tab.

2. Select what you want to add:

   • Tables - choose   Table, hover over the size you want, and select it.

   • Pictures - select  Pictures, browse for an image on your computer, a online stock image, or with an image search on Bing.

     Note:  Older versions of Word may have Online Pictures on the ribbon next to Pictures.

   • Shapes - select  Shapes, and choose a shape from the drop-down.

   • Icons - choose   Icons, pick the one you want, and select Insert.

   • 3D Models - select  3D Models, choose from a file or online source, pick the image you want, and select Insert.

   • SmartArt - choose   SmartArt, pick a SmartArt Graphic, and select OK.

   • Chart - select  Chart, choose the chart you want, and select OK.

   • Screenshot - select  Screenshot and select one from the drop-down.