Word 2007: Adding Sidebar Content to a Document

Contributor Icon Contributed by shamanstears Date Icon February 26, 2007  
Tag Icon Tagged: Microsoft Word

A sidebar is a standalone addition to the main document that resides on either side or on the top or bottom of the page. The sidebar is ideal for highlighting important additional information on the topic matter of the document and, due to its styling and orientation, stands out to the reader.


1. Go to the page in your document that will contain the sidebar.

2. On the Ribbon, select the Insert tab.

3. In the Text section, click Text Box.

4. Select the style of sidebar for your document.

5. The sidebar will appear on the document. Click inside it to insert your text.

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  • McDD
    Okay you told me how to add a sidebar and its purpose, thanks, but in case I change my mind how do I delete it...
  • Possible to create a side bar outside of the doc to jump from section to section during editing?
  • paulpiskanen
    What is the "Ribbon"? Something only available after 2007? (I have 2004 (mac) and XP).
  • naisanza
    How do you create a page (template) which will have the text box appear in every page?
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