How to Add a Comment in a Word Document

When given a Microsoft Word document to edit, the most useful tool is the ability to add comments to the document. This guide will walk-through how to add comments to a Microsoft Word 2010 document.

1. Open Microsoft Word 2010 by clicking Start » All Programs » Microsoft Office » Microsoft Word 2010.
   
   
   
2. Open the desired file for editing.
3. Click the Review tab across the top of the page.
   
   
   
4. Highlight the section to be commented on.
   
   
5. Click the New Comment button.
   
   
   
6. Type the comment in the text box to the right.
   
   
   
7. When completed simply move on to highlight the next section of text to add a new comment. All comments will appear on the right.
8. Save and close the document after editing.