Microsoft Word is versatile when it comes to what users can achieve with it- not only are they commonly used for documentation, they can also be used for reports containing graphs, charts and visual representation! Another interesting thing to note is that Microsoft Word also enables users to create and design their own custom name cards with little to no fuss. Keen to explore and get started? Begin and follow through with these 5 steps:
1. Planning
Before creating your name card in Microsoft Word, begin with planning and preparing an ideal layout. Make sure you are fully equipped with the right features that contribute to name card creation in Microsoft Word as well. What information should be displayed in your custom name cards? What font and colours do you plan to use? Do remember that your custom name cards should perfectly complement or match up with your corporate website.
2. Templates
For users who struggle with design and technical aspects, Microsoft Word contains several business card templates that are available for use. In addition, you can download and use more templates from the official Microsoft Word office website! Open up a new document and choose the new option so that you can display common themes. Select your online template of choice and click to download it straightaway. As an added precaution, make sure to perform a virus scan before going ahead and using the downloaded templates to prevent the possibility of incurring viruses or problems.
3. Graphics
If your name card design is to contain graphics like outlines or your logo, you can do so by choosing on the image placeholder area you want to apply it to. Look for your Insert tab and follow the image option of choice. You will be able to look for your logo or other design shapes and choose them. If your template supports multiple custom name cards, make sure to replace all the images until they are constant.
4. Text
Move on to text- you can change the colour of your text, choose to highlight them, apply styles functions, experiment with font combinations and more! One of the most convenient things is that for name card templates, you are able to type new information on just one custom name card. This ensures that all other information in the other available cards are replaced to reflect the changes of the first.
5. Print
Prepare your card stock and a paper cutter before you begin printing. Take the moment to also ensure that your printer is capable of printing on cardstock as well so that you won’t be wasting ink or risk damaging your printer. Load your cardstock in and follow the instructions on your printer to secure the material before opening up the file section of your Microsoft Word software. Choose the print option and select the right printer under printer options. Make sure that the printer settings are compatible with the print job of choice. Do a test print to ensure that the quality of your custom name cards are ideal. Batch print when everything is fine and begin cutting your name cards using the line guidelines to separate them.
By following the aforementioned methods, you will be able to create a structure for your custom name cards, implement in design elements and finish a base for your name cards. You can decide to print them through Microsoft Word with adjustments to your printer or save the file as a template for use in the future.
