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Backup Files

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Configure Word to create a backup copy of a file when it is saved.  The backup file is saved in the same folder as the original file.  It begins with the name "Backup of" and has a .wbk extension.  This can be helpful when using a previous version of a document.

  1. Click Tools > Options.
  2. Click the Save tab.
  3. Check the Always create backup copy box.
  4. Click OK.

Ed.  09/2003

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Updated 09/15/2006