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"I can print addresses on envelopes - I measured one of my envelopes - developed a template in Word and now I have a collection of these templates for different situations. It makes life much easier. To make a template you just use a .dot file which is read only. I even fill in printed forms by making a template of the table used in the form and filling in the gaps."

If you are given a document as an example of how to layout your assignment - save it as a template with a memorable name - this will allow you to keep the same headings, fonts, styles and layout. Load the document - File - Save As - Word Template - scroll down till you see .dot or .dotx in Office 2007. Microsoft have a web page about creating new templates, support can also be found from the Word Help file.