To see all the content control elements of a page, simply tap on Design Mode, which will highlight all the placeholders.Īt the same time, if you want to access the legacy controls, click on the little briefcase-shaped icon shaped as shown in the screenshot below. You won't be able to see any borders, which can be problematic for first-time users. Note that the default style doesn't have any formatting options. Now, position your cursor at the place where you want to add the elements, and then select one of the many control elements. While the normal control panel lets you experiment with new elements, you can also play around with legacy controls. If it is a simple form with text boxes, you may want to add a table while designing the form. Now, all you need to do is add the Content Control Elements. Here, you'll see a new tab named Developer besides the Home tab.Īll the control elements such as text boxes, drop downs, text boxes will be seen in the block beside the Add-in block, marked Controls. Once done, select Ok to save the changes. Select it, and send it over to the right side. Now, select Customize Ribbon and click on the first drop-down.įrom the scrollable list in the first column, select Main Tabs, and you'll see a Developer (Custom) option in the window below. Head off to the File tab and click on Options.
Create a Fillable Form in Microsoft Word Step 1: Enable the Developer Tab
