
How to create a Macro in Microsoft Word:
What is a macro? A macro is a series of commands and instructions that you group together as a single command to accomplish a task automatically. This is a great tool to automate the formatting of a system report into a printable format in Microsoft Word. Fiserv Premier® reports are often on the system as .prn files and do not print correctly unless they are formatted properly. Creating a macro can automate the process of formatting the report for you so it’s easier to read.
- Open the report file in Microsoft Word:
- Note: If the report file is automatically opening in Notepad, right click on the report file and select Open with Microsoft Word
- Click on the View tab and Select Macro > New Macro:
- Enter in a Name for the Macro and click OK to start recording
- Click on the Home tab:
- Click Select > Select All
- Change Font Size > Type in 7
- Click on the Layout tab:
- Select Margins > Custom margins enter .25 for top, bottom, left, right
- Select Orientation > Landscape
- Click on the View tab:
- Click Macro > Stop Recording
- The Macro can be used anytime a report is not in a printable format:
- Click on the View tab
- Select Macros > View Macros
- Select the Macro you created and click Run
For more information, take a look at the Microsoft Office Support page.