This document summarizes steps for creating forms in Microsoft Word 2007: 1. Set up Word for forms by enabling the Developer tab. Open a template or document to base the form on. 2. Add content controls like text boxes, drop-down menus, and checkboxes to design the form layout. Properties for each control can be set. 3. Instructional text can provide guidance to users. Default text for each control can be customized. 4. The second part of the workshop will cover adding protection to the form and preparing it for distribution. The information in the document came from Microsoft online help.