Written by Allen Wyatt (last updated April 17, 2021)
This tip applies to Word 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, and 2021
Endnotes are printed references placed at the end of a section or the document. If you want to insert an endnote in your document, follow these steps:
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Word is flexible on how it numbers your endnotes. This tip shows how easy it is to make the changes to the numbering system.
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