How do I set up a mail merge field in a template?

[Heather]

I am trying to set up a template for a proposal. I need to know how I can
insert a mail merge field into this template. I also need to know how to
insert a drop down box. When I open this template, is their a way that I can
just tab to the next field I need to insert informatinon into? Thanks a
bunch!

 

[Doug Robbins - Word MVP]

Mail Merge and formfields which is what you would need for the dropdown are
not compatible.

For information on forms, see:

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Part 1: Create professional looking forms in Word
http://www.computorcompanion.com/LPMArticle.asp?ID=22

Part 2: Adding Automation to your Word forms.
http://www.computorcompanion.com/LPMArticle.asp?ID=46

Part 3: Learn more VBA (macros) to automate your forms.
http://www.computorcompanion.com/LPMArticle.asp?ID=119

Part 4: Use custom dialog boxes in your Word forms
http://www.computorcompanion.com/LPMArticle.asp?ID=127

Part 5: Connect your AutoForm to a database to save input time and keep
better records!
http://www.computorcompanion.com/LPMArticle.asp?ID=136


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Hope this helps.

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Doug Robbins - Word MVP