How to Save a Microsoft Word Document

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Make sure your document is open.

   You can open MS Word by double-clicking the Word icon or by double-clicking a Word document.
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   Step 2: Find the "File" tab and click on it.

   "File" is located in the upper left-hand corner of Microsoft Word's interface., If you click "Save" on an unsaved document, you will be redirected to the "Save As" menu.
   
   If the document has been previously saved, you won't have to select a save destination (e.g., desktop) or a file name--the existing file will simply be updated. , Typical locations include "This PC" and OneDrive, but you can also click "Browse" to select a specific location.
   
   If you select "This PC"
   
   you will have to pick a subfolder--your desktop, for example. , This will take you to the file name screen. ,,, If your file is in your chosen save location, your file was successfully saved!
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   Step 3: Click "Save" or "Save As".

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   Step 4: Under "Save As"

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   Step 5: decide on your save location.

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   Step 6: Double-click your save location.

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   Step 7: In the "File Name" field

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   Step 8: type in your preferred file name.

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   Step 9: Click "Save" to save your file.

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    Step 10: Verify that your file was saved before closing your document.

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