Inserting a Sound File in Your Document

Summary: Got an audio file you want to insert in your document? It's easy to do when you use the Object dialog box, as described in this tip. (This tip works with Microsoft Word 97, Word 2000, Word 2002, and Word 2003.)

If you are the type that likes to give your documents a slant toward multimedia, Word allows you to insert sound files in your document. This is done in this manner:

Position the insertion point where you want the sound inserted.
Choose Object from the Insert menu. You will see the Object dialog box.
Click on the Create from File tab. (Click here to see a related figure.)
Use the controls on the dialog box to locate a sound file that you want included with your document.
Click on OK. An icon that looks like a speaker is inserted in your document.

You can later listen to your sound file by simply double-clicking on the speaker icon.

Tip #1273 applies to Microsoft Word versions: 97 | 2000 | 2002 | 2003

Take Control! Master the real power behind Word! Successfully master the secrets of powerful formatting and create documents that stand out from the rest. Best of all, you can create documents that are easy to maintain and quick to change.

Check out WordTips: Styles and Templates today!

Helpful Links

Newest Tips

Subscribe

RSS Feeds

Inserting a Sound File in Your Document