In Microsoft Word, how do I return my document to Word format after it has been formatted as HTML?

To return your document to Word format after it has been formatted as HTML, first open the HTML document in Microsoft Word, and then follow the instructions for your version of Word.

Word 2007

In Word 2007, from the Office Button menu, select Save As, and then select one of the following:

• Word Document saves the file in Word 2007 format.
  
  
• Word 97 - 2003 Document saves the file in a format compatible with earlier versions of Word.

Note: The user interface for Office 2007 programs is significantly different from that of older versions, and new terms and concepts apply to this Office suite. For information about the new terminology and features, see For Office 2007, what are some new interface features?

Earlier versions

In earlier versions of Word, from the File menu, select Save As... , and then follow the appropriate instructions below:

• In Word 2004 or 2008, click the drop-down menu next to "Format:" and select Word Document. Click Save.
  
  
• In Word 2003, click the drop-down menu next to "Save as type:" and select Word Document. Click Save.

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