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A More Convenient Way to Add Signatures in Outlook
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Q. I use the signature feature in Outlook to sign my e-mails, and while it’s OK, it’s not the most convenient system when I want to use a less formal signature at the end of a message. Do you have any suggestions?
A much better way, because it’s fast and easy—is to use the AutoCorrect Options . After writing an e-mail message, I type a coded abbreviation ( zz for example) and the signature appears. Stanley Zarowin To set up an AutoCorrect code, type the signature you want; if you want it in a special font, format it accordingly. Then highlight the signature and go to the toolbar and click on Tools , AutoCorrect Options . In the box under Replace , type a code—in this case I typed zz —and in the box under With , your highlighted signature (or anything else you highlight) will appear. Be sure to check the box labeled Replace text as you type and then click on OK . Now, any time you type zz and hit Enter, your custom signature will appear instead. Obviously, you can use the AutoCorrect Options anywhere you use Word—for signatures or boilerplate text. |