How to Close a Word Document Without Closing Microsoft Word
Learn how to close a Word document without exiting Word using shortcuts or the document window close button.
Video transcript
To close a Word document without closing Word, click the 'X' button on the document window (usually at the top-right corner), or use the shortcut Ctrl+W on your keyboard. This will close only the active document, leaving the Word application running. This way, you can easily open or create other documents without restarting Word.
Questions and answers
How do I close only one document in Word without closing the whole program?
Click the 'X' on the document window or press Ctrl+W to close the active document while keeping Word open.
What keyboard shortcut closes the current Word document?
Press Ctrl+W to close the active document in Microsoft Word.
Can I have multiple Word documents open at once?
Yes, Microsoft Word allows you to open and switch between multiple documents without closing the application.
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