Questions
- How do I add a title to a Word document's properties?
- How do I set the author of a Word document?
- How do I add or change document properties (metadata) in Microsoft Word?
- How do I set the document title so a screen reader can read it?
- Where do I find document properties in Word on Windows?
- Where do I find document properties in Word on Mac?
- How do I make my Word document more accessible by filling in the title field?
Environment
This article applies to Bowdoin students, faculty, and staff using Microsoft Word on Windows or Mac. Word documents include a set of properties, or metadata, such as author, title, and subject. Filling in the document title field helps organize and identify information about the file and helps people who use a screen reader.
Resolution
Word for Windows
- Select the File tab.
- Select Info to view the document properties.
- To add or change a property, hover the pointer over the property you want to update and enter the information.
- Select the File tab again to return to the document. Any changes are saved automatically.
Video: How to change document properties in Word (58 seconds)
Word for Mac
- Select the File tab.
- Select Properties.
- Select the Summary tab.
- Enter the title in the title field and the author in the author field.
Additional Help
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