What is how to make a copy of a word document?

Here's how you can make a copy of a Word document:

There are several methods to create a duplicate of a Word document.

1. Using "Save As": This is the most common and straightforward method. Open the Word document you want to copy. Go to File > Save As (or press <kbd>F12</kbd>). Choose a new name and/or a different location for the copied file. Ensure the "Save as type" is set to "Word Document (*.docx)" unless you need a different format. This creates a brand new file that is a replica of the original. Further details about this method is explained in this link: Save%20As.

2. Copying and Pasting the File: Locate the Word document in File Explorer (Windows) or Finder (macOS). Right-click on the file and select Copy. Then, navigate to the location where you want to save the copy, right-click in an empty area, and select Paste. This creates an exact copy of the original file with a name like "DocumentName - Copy". If you continue to copy-paste in the same location, file names will be "DocumentName - Copy (2)", "DocumentName - Copy (3)" etc. This is a file system operation. Further details about this method is explained in this link: Copy%20and%20Paste.

3. Using the "Make a Copy" Feature (OneDrive/SharePoint): If your document is stored on OneDrive or SharePoint, you can use the "Make a Copy" feature directly within the web interface. Select the file, then find the "Make a Copy" option in the menu (often under "File" or "More options"). This creates a copy of the file in the same location or allows you to choose a different location. Details about this feature can be found with the following link: Make%20a%20Copy%20Feature.

Each of these methods achieves the same result: a duplicate of your original Word document. The best method to use depends on where your document is stored and your preferred workflow.