Microsoft Word - Macros - Writing a simple Macro

Writing a simple  Macro. 

Not all macros can be recored, it is sometimes necessary to write your own VBA scripte, the macros are stored within the document in what is call a module.

1. Click the Developer tab.



2. Click the Macros button.



3. Enter a name for the macro.



4. Select the location where you wish to store the VBA code.

5. Click Create – the Visual Basic window will be displayed.

6. Check to make sure code is going to be stored in the correct location.

In this case within the current document module.



7. Enter require code.

8. Once the code has been entered save the code using the Save icon, Return to Word by either selecting the Word icon from the toolbar or selecting File → Close and Return to Microsoft Word.