How do you make a Spline Label in Word?

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I am trying to make a spline label in Word. A spline is the back of a
binder. I know there is a way to do it, but can't find where. Thanks.
 
Actually, the back of the binder is the spine. You make the label the same
way you make any other document. Whether the label is the type that slides
in and covers the entire spine (as in "view" binders) or one that fits into
a label holder on the spine, you will be well advised to give up any idea of
printing on a piece of paper or card the size to go into the holder.
Instead, in a Letter/A4-sized document, create a text box the size of the
insert. You may want to give the box a very light gray dotted-line border to
make it easier to trim. Then place your text in the text box, horizontally
or vertically as desired.

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Suzanne S. Barnhill
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I am trying to make a spline label in Word. A spline is the back of a
binder. I know there is a way to do it, but can't find where. Thanks.
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I think you'll find it's called a "spine" rather than a "spline"... It
helps to know the manufacturer and stock number of the labels you
have. Word tends to favor Avery labels, but it has definitions for
about a dozen others.

Go to Tools > Letters & Mailings > Envelopes & Labels. Click the
Labels tab. Click the Options button. Set the Label Products dropdown
to the correct manufacturer. Then choose the stock number or product
name from the list.

Among the "Avery standard" products you'll find "Ready Index Spine"
and "TitleFrames Spine" in assorted heights from 1" to 3".

Click OK in the Options dialog, then click the New Document button in
the Labels dialog. If you don't see gray lines showing the label
edges, click Table > Show Gridlines. You can type any contents into
the labels and print or save the document.
 
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