How do I... Set my own default file locations in Word 2007?

Out of the box, Word 2007 is set to save documents and user templates in standard locations. If that works for you, you're all set. But if you'd prefer to keep documents and/or user templates in a folder of your choosing (or if your organization mandates a particular location, say, a company file server), you'll need to tweak these defaults. Here's a look at where to find the Word 2007 options that enable you to change default folders for saving documents and user templates.

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