Word 2010

Other file formats

You can share your documents with anyone using Word 2010 or 2007, since they use the same file format. However, earlier versions of Word use a different file format, so if you want to share your document with someone using an earlier version of Word you'll need to save it as a Word 97-2003 document.

To Save As Word 97-2003 Document:

1. Click the File tab.
2. Select Save As.
3. In the Save as type drop-down menu, select Word 97-2003 Document.
   Saving as a Word 97-2003 Document
4. Select the location where you wish to save the document.
5. Enter a name for the document, then click Save.

To Save As a PDF:

1. Click the File tab.
2. Select Save As.
3. In the Save as type drop-down menu, select PDF.
   Saving as a PDF file
4. Select the location where you wish to save the document.
5. Enter a name for the document.
6. Click the Save button.