How to Insert Tick Symbol in Microsoft Word

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you on how to insert a tick symbol (checkmark) in Microsoft Word 365. The tick symbol is commonly used to indicate approval or confirmation, making it a valuable addition to your documents. We will explore several methods to insert this symbol, ensuring you can choose the one that best fits your needs.

Step 1: Using the Insert Symbol Feature

1. Open your Microsoft Word document.
2. Place the cursor where you want to insert the tick symbol.
3. Go to the Insert tab in the top menu.
4. Click on Symbol located on the far right.
5. Select More Symbols from the dropdown menu.
6. In the Symbol dialog box:
   • Choose Wingdings or Wingdings 2 from the font dropdown to find the tick symbol.
   • Scroll to locate the tick symbol (✓) or (✔).
   • Click on the symbol, then select Insert.
7. Close the dialog box once you have inserted the symbol.

Step 2: Inserting from Recently Used Symbols

1. If you have recently used the tick symbol, you can quickly access it:
2. Go to the Insert tab.
3. Click on Symbol and then select Recently Used Symbols.
4. Click on the tick symbol to insert it directly into your document.

Step 3: Using a Keyboard Shortcut

1. For a faster method, you can use a keyboard shortcut:
   • Type 2713 and then press Alt + X. This will automatically convert the number into a tick symbol (✓).
   • Alternatively, you can type 2714 for another style of tick (✔) and press Alt + X.

Practical Tips

• Ensure that you are using a compatible font that supports the tick symbol, such as Wingdings or Segoe UI Symbol.
• If you frequently use the tick symbol, consider adding it to your Quick Access Toolbar for even quicker access.

Conclusion

Inserting a tick symbol in Microsoft Word is a straightforward process that can enhance the clarity of your documents. Whether you prefer using the Insert Symbol feature, accessing recently used symbols, or employing a keyboard shortcut, you now have multiple methods at your disposal. Explore these options and choose the one that best fits your workflow for future projects.