How to convert text box to frame in Word?
In Word 2007 and 2010, you can use text boxes to position text and graphics. However, older versions like Word 2003 do not support text boxes. If you are preparing a document for use in Word 2003, you may need to convert text boxes to frames.
Convert text box to frame in Format Text Box
Convert text box to frame in Kutools for Word
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Convert text box to frame in Format Text Box
- In Word 2007, 2010, or 2013, save the document as a "Word 97-2003 Document" format.
- Open the saved document, right-click on the border of the text box, and select "Format Text Box".
- In the "Text Box" tab of the dialog box, click "Convert to Frame".
- Click "OK" to complete the conversion.
Convert text box to frame in Kutools for Word
Using Kutools for Word, you can quickly convert a text box to a frame with just a few clicks.
- Save the document as a "Word 97-2003 Document" format.
- Open the saved document. Place the cursor on the text box you want to convert, then click "Kutools" > "More" > "Frame" > "Convert Text Box To Frame".
- Right-click the frame’s border, then select "Format Frame" to adjust formatting options.
For more details about the "Frame" feature in Kutools for Word, please visit the Quickly insert frame or format frame in Word page.
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