How to Insert a Text Box in Microsoft Word 2003

1. Select where you want to place the text box. To select where you want the text box to appear, click anywhere inside of the document.
2. Create the text box. Scroll to the “Insert” menu on the command bar and click on “Text Box” from the submenu that opens; a text box will appear on the document.
3. Insert the text. A gray and bordered text box will appear on the document; click on this to add text. Insert the desired text into the text box and click outside of the text box to save the text.
4. Size the text box. To size the text box, left-click on any of the circular sizing buttons on the border of the box and hold the left mouse key in as you drag to the desired size.
5. Arrange the text box. Aim the mouse cursor over the text box until you see cross-sectioned arrows appear. Then click and hold as you drag the box where you want it on the document.