Add a Text Box Open the Microsoft Word document that needs a floating text box added. Click the "Insert" tab on the Ribbon and click "Text Box" on the Text panel.

Add boxes in your Microsoft Word documents when you need to insert check boxes, places for people to write longer sections or even to indicate where associates should sign their names.

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