Modifying Dictionary - Microsoft Word

Sometimes autocorrect and spell check tools don’t work as expected, especially with names. Follow these instructions to add words and names to your dictionary so they aren’t flagged or accidentally changed to a different word.

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Open Microsoft Word and Click File.

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Click Options.

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Proofing > Custom Dictionaries

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Select your default dictionary (Do not uncheck the box, just highlight it) and click Edit Word List.

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Type word in box and click Add. Then Click OK to close the menus and return to your document.