Get Instructions To Operating Forms Created In Msword ... - State Of Oregon

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for effectively filling out the Instructions To Operating Forms created in MSWord and Excel for the State of Oregon. It is designed to support users of all experience levels in completing these forms correctly and efficiently.

Follow the steps to complete your form successfully.

1. Select the ‘Get Form’ button to initiate the process of obtaining the form. Use this prompt to download the form to your desktop by choosing 'Save As' and selecting the appropriate file path. Ensure that you retain the original file extension (.dot, .doc, or .xls) to maintain macro functionality.
2. Once the form is saved on your desktop, close the browser. Open the saved document by double-clicking the icon on your desktop. You will receive a 'Security Warning Box' prompting you about macros. Choose 'Enable Macros' to activate the document properly.
3. If you are using MSWord 2000 or 2003, adjust the security level by launching the application separately from the document. Navigate to the 'Tools' menu, select 'Macros', then 'Security', and choose the ‘Medium’ security setting. Close MSWord and reopen the document from your desktop.
4. For users of MSWord 2007, access the 'Trust Center' through the Microsoft Office Button. Click 'Word Options', then 'Trust Center Settings', and go to 'Macro Settings'. Choose your desired security settings for macro functionality.
5. Reopen the document to confirm you receive the accurate 'Security Warning Box'. Again, make sure to select ‘Enable Macros’ to enable all necessary functionalities.
6. If prompted with a 'User Form' for documents with a .dot extension, complete it and click 'OK'. Your cursor will automatically navigate to the first interactive field. Use the tab key to fill in the remaining fields.
7. Complete all required fields using the tab key to navigate from one field to another. After finishing, utilize the 'Save As' function to save your document with a new name. This is especially crucial for .dot documents to avoid overwriting the original template.
8. With interactive fields in the form, remember to enable necessary functionality by locking the areas where needed. Review any linked content to ensure it works as intended.
9. Finally, after filling out the form, make sure all data is saved properly. You can print or share the document as needed.

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