Please Note: This article is written for users of the following Microsoft Word versions: 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, and Word in Microsoft 365. If you are using an earlier version (Word 2003 or earlier), this tip may not work for you. For a version of this tip written specifically for earlier versions of Word, click here: Creating Labels.
Written by Allen Wyatt (last updated March 2, 2019)
This tip applies to Word 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, and Word in Microsoft 365
Word includes a handy utility that allows you to easily create labels containing any wording you would like. For instance, you might like to have some labels that contain your return address, or others that serve as labels for products or collection items.
The first step in creating labels, believe it or not, doesn't even require Word. It involves running down to your local office supply store (OK—you can use a catalog or shop online if you want) and picking up the labels you want to use. If you haven't looked lately, it seems there are hundreds of different types of labels, each designed for a different purpose.
To use labels with Word, it is a good idea to either purchase Avery labels or look for their equivalents. The numbers assigned by Avery to their labels have in some sense become a standard for labels. In fact, many other vendors produce labels that use the same part numbers as Avery labels. These numbers will come in very handy when you start using Word to create your labels.
Once you have the labels you are ready to sit down and become creative. Simply follow these steps within Word:
Figure 1. The Labels tab of the Envelopes and Labels dialog box.
Figure 2. The Label Options dialog box.
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2019-03-04 12:03:54
Michael Bush
Hello Allen,
I am trying to print labels on a continuous feed printer using a mix of Unicode 128 and text. I would also like to insert a company logo on to the 1 inch by 3 inch label. How do I set the page size roll, top margin, and side margin. The printer is a Brady 33. (see Figure 1 below)
Figure 1. sample label
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