What is an MS Word macro?
A macro is a file containing programming code used to automate tasks. A macro runs like a script within the Microsoft Word application either automatically or through a user command. Word 2008 no longer includes the ability to create macros.UsesMacros consolidate multiple mouse clicks and keyboard strokes into a simple one-button command. They are used to save time and streamline complex or repetitive tasks.Creating macrosThe command to record a macro sits under the Microsoft Word Tools menu (versions prior to 2007) or on the Developer tab (Word 2007), which you may need to display if you don’t see it on the Word 2007 ribbon. (Click the “Office” button and click “Word Options.”)The macro recorder turns on and off with buttons similar to a tape player and memorizes the mouse click and keyboard commands you make until you turn recording off.Running macrosWhen the macro stops recording, Word generates a macro file that is saved to the Word directory on the computer. To run the macro, sele
