How to Save a Document in Microsoft Word

How to Save a Document in Microsoft Word

As a Microsoft Word user, avoid time and progress loss by learning to save your output with these easy steps.

• Step 1: Open MS Word and Start a Document

  
  Open Microsoft Word on your computer or device and start a document. Just click the Blank Document option or choose any Microsoft Word template to do so. Then, write the needed content of your document and create tables, shapes, and other necessary objects.

• Step 2: Click File and Select Save As

  
  Once you are done writing your content and inserting objects in your document, you can proceed to save it. Click the File option, which is found in the first entry on the menu bar. Then, in the File tab, there is a list of options available; what you must select is the Save As button.

• Step 3: Select a File Location

  

  Choose a folder where you want to store your MS Word document file. Make sure to save it in a folder that is convenient for you to access. Save it in a folder where your other documents are located or in a separate one. You can even save it on your desktop.

  

• Step 4: Select a Format

  
  Before clicking Save, you can select a format that you want your document saved and converted to. For instance, you can convert/save your Microsoft Word document to PDF or in ODT format. Just select any that suits your preferences.

  

• Step 5: Click Save

  
  After setting up a location and choosing a format, you can proceed to click Save. In doing so, your document will be saved in the selected location. Once you are done, you may close your Microsoft Word. But if you ever forget to save, know that there’s a way to recover your Microsoft Word document.