Written by Allen Wyatt (last updated June 22, 2019)
This tip applies to Word 97, 2000, 2002, and 2003
As an alternative to using the convenient Insert Table command, you can use Word's draw-a-table feature. It is easy to do by following these steps:
If the Tables and Borders toolbar is not visible on your screen, you can also display it by choosing the Draw Table option from the Table menu.
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2019-06-22 11:04:42
Shirley Hamilton
I'm working on a directory. Is there a way to keep items from separating from page to page? For example, I want to keep Name, address, and contact info from breaking between pages. Thanks for your advice.
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