How to Insert a Text Box

 When creating certain Word documents, such as flyers or newsletters, the option to insert a textbox is very helpful. When you do this, not only can you customize the text and the boxed area to your liking, but you can also position it on the page however you choose.

To insert a text box, click the Insert tab, then Text Box.

You'll see the options below:

To draw a text box, you can draw it to the size you want. Once you type your message into the text box, you can further customize using the options in the Shape Format tab: