Versions of Microsoft Word prior to Word 2007 had a little-known feature that allowed you to save all open Word documents at the same time. This feature could be accessed by holding the Shift key while selecting the File menu. However, this shortcut won’t work in Word 2007 and newer versions of the program.
You can still use the Save All command, though. You will need to place a shortcut on the Quick Access Toolbar, which is to the right of the round Office Button.
To enable the Save All button:
1. With Microsoft Word open, click the Office Button at the top left-hand corner
2. Click the Word Options button
3. Click Customize
4. In the Choose commands from drop down box, select Commands not in the Ribbon
5. Scroll down in the left-hand window and select single-left-click Save All
6. Click the Add button
7. Click Ok
You should now see the Save All button in the Quick Access Toolbar at the top of your Word document.
To see these instructions with step-by-step screenshots, please access either of the documents below.
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Published 4/29/2011