If you don't need to check the boxes, you can add a simple, square bullet to your list items. For a dynamic check box, follow the steps below.
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On the Developer tab, in the Controls group, select
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If the Developer tab isn't visible, you can add the Developer tab.
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If you prefer a check mark instead of an X, you can change checked boxes to a check mark.
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Copy the check box and paste it anywhere else you want to add one.
Tip: For a quicker start, use a template to build an attractive, customizable list. For more info, check out List templates for Word.
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On the Developer tab, select Check Box.
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Double-click the check box to set the Check Box Form Field Options.Â
Tip: For a quicker start, use a template to build an attractive, customizable list. For more info, check out List templates for Word.
Adding a checklist isn't possible in Word for the web. You can, however, add a checklist in the Word desktop app.Â
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To open it, at the top of the ribbon, select Editing > Open in Desktop App.
Don't have the Word desktop app? Try or buy Microsoft 365.
Tip: For a quicker start, use a template to build an attractive, customizable list. For more info, check out List templates for Word.
