Make a checklist in Word Type the list. Go to Developer and select the Check Box Content Control at the beginning of the first line. To change the default X to something else, see Change checked boxes from an X to a checkmark. Copy and paste the check box control at the beginning of each line.
Click 'Insert' in the Controls group, and then choose 'Checkbox' under 'Form Controls' Place the first checkbox next to your task by clicking the sheet. Right-click the checkbox, select 'Edit Text' to clear the default text, and position it next to the task. Copy and paste this checkbox next to each task.