This article explains how to use AutoText, an easy way to speed up document creation in Microsoft Word. Use AutoText to automatically insert predefined text into documents, such as date lines, greetings, and more. Instructions apply to Word 2019 through 2007 and Word for Microsoft 365.

Word has a number of predefined AutoText entries. For example, insert your name or a date line. Here's how:

Select the Insert tab.

In the Text group, select Quick Parts > AutoText.