How do I create a mail merge document using Word XP/2003?
Mail merge documents are documents created in MS Word, which use a standard text throughout, but get some data (i.e. personal details, addresses, recall appointments etc.) from another data source (file). Here is how it’s done using Office XP/2003. How do I create a form letter using Word XP/2003? Merlin uses Microsoft Word’s mail merge facilities to do recalls. Merlin generates a text file containing the patient data for the recall. Word then uses this data and slots the patient information into each letter. 1. Create a letter or open a letter which you already use and on the “Tools” menu select “Letters and Mailings”, then select “Mail Merge Wizard” – ensure that “Show mail merge toolbar” is checked. 2. Select document type – “Letters”. Click “Next”. 3. Select starting document – “Current document”. Click “Next”. 4. Select recipients – “Existing list”. Click “Browse ” The next point is crucial – you must change the “Files of Type” from “All Word documents” to “Text Files” since Merli
