Saving styles for the other documents on MS Word 2010

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In summary, the conversation discusses the inconvenience of having to recreate styles every time a document is edited and suggests using templates or building blocks to solve this issue. The individual also mentions copying styles using the 'Manage Styles, Import/Export' feature and a potential solution found on the Microsoft Community website.
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I don't even know If this is possible but for me it would be very convenient If I could open some document and have all my previously created styles. Unfortunately, now every time I edit some document I have to create those styles all over again so I could apply them. I think there should be something like a template but the problem is that when I use template it is only good for creating documents from scratch and not editing (i.e. I can't open existing document with my template having all style setups and edit it).
 
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I'm not sure what your trying to do, but you can copy styles from one document to another using the 'Manage Styles, Import/Export' feature.

Actually, in your situation, sounds like you might benifit from using 'Building Blocks' feature. Do a search MS Word Building Blocks for more info.
 
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This what I've got from Microsoft Comunity: Developer tab, Document Template->Attach->Home tab, Change Styles->Reset to Quick Styles from [Template Name]

Is your solution any way better?
 

FAQ: Saving styles for the other documents on MS Word 2010

How do I save my own custom styles for use in other documents on MS Word 2010?

To save your own custom styles for use in other documents, follow these steps:

  1. Create and format the style you want to save in your current document.
  2. Click on the "Styles" group in the Home tab.
  3. Click on the small arrow in the bottom right corner of the Styles group to open the Styles pane.
  4. In the Styles pane, click on the "New Style" button at the bottom.
  5. A dialog box will appear. Give your new style a name and select "Save in" as "New documents based on this template".
  6. Click on "OK" to save your custom style.

Can I transfer my custom styles to another computer with MS Word 2010?

Yes, you can transfer your custom styles to another computer by following these steps:

  1. Open the document or template that contains your custom styles.
  2. Click on the "Styles" group in the Home tab.
  3. Click on the small arrow in the bottom right corner of the Styles group to open the Styles pane.
  4. In the Styles pane, click on the "Manage Styles" button at the bottom.
  5. A dialog box will appear. Click on the "Import/Export" button.
  6. Select "Export" and choose the location where you want to save the file containing your custom styles.
  7. On the other computer, open MS Word and follow the same steps, but select "Import" instead of "Export" and choose the file containing your custom styles.

How can I edit or delete my saved custom styles?

To edit or delete your saved custom styles, follow these steps:

  1. Click on the "Styles" group in the Home tab.
  2. Click on the small arrow in the bottom right corner of the Styles group to open the Styles pane.
  3. In the Styles pane, right-click on the style you want to edit or delete.
  4. To edit, select "Modify..." and make the desired changes in the dialog box that appears.
  5. To delete, select "Delete" and confirm the action.

Can I use my custom styles in other Microsoft Office programs?

Yes, you can use your custom styles in other Microsoft Office programs by following these steps:

  1. Create and save your custom styles in a Word document as explained in the first question.
  2. Open the other Microsoft Office program where you want to use your custom styles.
  3. Go to the "Home" tab and click on the "Styles" group.
  4. Click on the small arrow in the bottom right corner of the Styles group to open the Styles pane.
  5. Click on the "Manage Styles" button at the bottom of the Styles pane.
  6. A dialog box will appear. Click on the "Import/Export" button.
  7. Select "Import" and choose the Word document where you saved your custom styles.
  8. Your custom styles will now be available for use in the other Microsoft Office program.

Can I use my custom styles in previously created documents?

Yes, you can use your custom styles in previously created documents by following these steps:

  1. Open the document where you want to use your custom styles.
  2. Click on the "Styles" group in the Home tab.
  3. Click on the small arrow in the bottom right corner of the Styles group to open the Styles pane.
  4. In the Styles pane, click on the "Manage Styles" button at the bottom.
  5. A dialog box will appear. Click on the "Import/Export" button.
  6. Select "Import" and choose the Word document where you saved your custom styles.
  7. In the Import Styles dialog box, select the styles you want to import and click on "OK".

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