

For example, you can attach a macro to a Legacy form field, but you cannot attach macros to one of the new content controls.Ĭontent controls are new for Word 2007. Legacy form fields have more configuration options available than Word 2007/2010 content controls, which is why they are still used. If the form is saved as a Word 97 – 2003 (.doc) document, you must use legacy form fields to create your form. There are three types available: text, checkbox, and drop-down list. Legacy form fields are a carry over from Word 2003 and earlier versions. Types of Microsoft Word form fieldsįirst, for the benefit of users who are new to using Microsoft Word forms, let me give a brief explanation of the two types of text form fields available in Word 2007 and Word 2010: legacy and content controls. When found, check the box nearby this option – Print background colors and images.Note: To create or edit form fields in Word 2007/2010/2013, you must first Show the Developer tab in the Ribbon.

Next, select the ‘Display’ menu from the left menu options.įinally, look for Printing Options section.

From the drop-down menu that appears on your computer screen choose ‘Options’. Next, modify other settings if you want print in colorful background of word documents. Now, you will observe the background of your current Word document is transformed to the color of your choice. Then, click on ‘Page Color’ and choose the color of your choice. To begin, click on the ‘Design’ menu of your current Word document. We will also see later, in the remainder of the post the method for adding Drop Caps in Word. Today, we learn to create a custom background for our word document. However, on special occasions such as while creating an event, we may feel the need to do so. We often, do not require printing a Word document with background colors and images.
