Microsoft Word - Use of a password to gain access?

Question

I would like to be, the only person who can get access to the letters and documents, I have saved in Microsoft Word.

Can someone please tell me, if it is possible to install a PASSWORD, that must be given, before a saved file can be opened?

As I am an old man, not too well and now a wee bit slow, please explain the steps I have to take, in very simple (non jargon) language.

I will be so grateful.

Jock

Answer 1

When you have created a document, click on "Save As". When the box appears, click on tools and then select "Security options". You can then type in a password. Give your document a name as usual and save as appropriate.
You can do the same with existing documents when you click on "open".

Hope this helps!

Answer 2

Hi
If you have document open pick Tools from the top menu and select Options
pick the Security tab and choose 'Password to open this document' feature.