How to add check boxes to Microsoft Word documents

Are you making a list and checking it twice?

- MARSHALL GUNNELL

Whether you’re writing the next greatest novel or a simple grocery list, Microsoft Word is used for all types of things. Fortunately, if you’re looking to add check boxes to a personal survey or work checklist, it’s relatively easy to do. We’ll guide you every step of the way. Let’s dive right in.

ADD CHECK BOXES TO WORD DOCUMENTS ON WINDOWS

To add check boxes to your Word document on Windows, you’ll need to use the features in the Developer tab. This tab isn’t displayed by default. To show the Developer tab, right-click anywhere in the ribbon and click the “Customize the Ribbon” option in the context menu. In the Options window that appears, check the box next to Developer and then click OK.