Word automation

[JP Bless]

Is it possible to automate MS Word... so that when ever I start a new
document it will load a predesigned letter heading (letter heading designed
in word) and print the body of the letter in the "body section" of the
letter heading?. If yes, can anyone point me to resourses... sample... codes
etc.

Thanks in advance

 

[Jim Vierra]

See the following and look into designing templates and wizards in the Help system and on the Microsoft Office web site.

Customize how Word starts
To modify how Microsoft Word starts on a one-time basis, you can add switches to the Microsoft Windows Run command (Start menu). If you plan to use a modified startup method frequently, you can create a shortcut on the Windows desktop.

/ttemplatename
Start Word with a new document based on a template other than the Normal template. Example: /tMyfax.dot
Note If the file name has spaces in it, enclose the complete name in quotation marks - for example, /t"Elegant Report.dot"

Security Because templates can store macro viruses, be careful about opening them or creating files based on new templates. Take the following precautions: run up-to-date antivirus software on your computer, set your macro security level to high, clear the Trust all installed add-ins and templates check box, use digital signatures, and maintain a list of trusted sources

 

[JP Bless]

Thanks Jim. I will check out the tips.
See the following and look into designing templates and wizards in the Help system and on the Microsoft Office web site.
Customize how Word starts
To modify how Microsoft Word starts on a one-time basis, you can add switches to the Microsoft Windows Run command (Start menu). If you plan to use a modified startup method frequently, you can create a shortcut on the Windows desktop.

/ttemplatename
Start Word with a new document based on a template other than the Normal template. Example: /tMyfax.dot
Note If the file name has spaces in it, enclose the complete name in quotation marks - for example, /t"Elegant Report.dot"

Security Because templates can store macro viruses, be careful about opening them or creating files based on new templates. Take the following precautions: run up-to-date antivirus software on your computer, set your macro security level to high, clear the Trust all installed add-ins and templates check box, use digital signatures, and maintain a list of trusted sources