Microsoft Word Templates

MS Word templates form the framework or “skeleton” of a document. You can choose from a variety of professional-looking templates such as brochures, letters, and resumes. This article teaches you how to access Microsoft Office Online to view and download templates for your business and personal needs.

All Microsoft Word templates are available through Microsoft Office Online. If you are using Microsoft Office 2007, you can access this site in two ways. The first method involves working directly from Word while the other involves using your internet browser. Please note that both require an active internet connection.

If you are using Microsoft Word 2000 or 2003, then the only way to access Microsoft Office Online is through your internet browser.

1. Open Microsoft Word.
2. Click the Office button.
3. Select New. The New Document window opens.
4. Under Microsoft Online, select the category in which your template belongs. Microsoft Office will connect to the internet and display a list of corresponding templates.
5. Select the template that you want to download.
6. Click Download. The Microsoft Office Genuine Advantage dialog box appears. To continue, Microsoft must verify that you are running an authentic version of Microsoft Office.
7. Click Continue to verify your version. The template will download and automatically appear in Microsoft Word.
8. Edit the document as required and save it. You have now created a new document from a template in Microsoft Word 2007.

1. Open your internet browser.
2. In the address bar, type: http://office.microsoft.com and press Enter.
3. Select Templates.
4. A list of templates will appear on the screen.
5. Select the template that you want to download and click the corresponding link. A larger image of the template will appear. *Note: Ensure that your version of Microsoft Word is compatible with the versions listed.
6. Click Download. The Microsoft Service Agreement will appear. Review this document and if you agree with the terms, click Accept. The template will download and automatically open in Word.
7. Edit the document as required and save it.
8. Print your document. You have now made a new document with a Microsoft template. Remember to check back on a regular basis for new templates. Microsoft Office Online not only supports internal templates, but user-created ones too!