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How to Use the Insert Key to Insert Copied Text in Word?

The Insert key is also used as a shortcut to insert text to copy or cut text content at the current cursor position.

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Understanding Insert key requires more than a headline. The overview below breaks down the key facts, changes, and user impact.

Insert Key Overview

To change the function of the Insert key, first open a Word document and then click the File tab.

How to Use the Insert Key to Insert Copied Text in Word?

On the Info interface, click on Option in the list of items in the left pane.

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A Word Option dialog box appears, click Advanced in the list of left frame items.

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In Cut, copy, and paste, check the check box to select Use the Insert key for paste.

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Click OK to close the Word Options dialog box.

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Note:

You can also use F2 key to move or copy text quickly, or use Ctrl + Insert to copy any text, similar to using Ctrl + C.

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Good luck!

FAQ

How does Insert key work?

Understanding Insert key requires more than a headline.

What should you prepare before using this method?

The overview below breaks down the key facts, changes, and user impact.

What should you do if the process does not work as expected?

Insert Key Overview To change the function of the Insert key, first open a Word document and then click the File tab.

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