Insert check mark in Word - how it works

In Word documents you can quickly insert one or the other check mark and you should use it. A tick is always a small eye-catcher that you use to draw attention to a certain point and is often used in to-do lists.

Insert a check mark in Word - this is how it works quickly

Special special characters, such as the tick, are usually not found on the keyboard. However, this is not a problem, because Microsoft offers you a lot of special characters in Word and the other Office programs.

1. To get to the special characters in Word, first go to the "Insert" tab.
2. In the ribbon, go to the far right, in the "Symbol" area. There, click on the "Symbol" icon.
3. The checkmark is usually not shown immediately, so call up the "Additional symbols" option.
4. In the symbol menu, select "Wingdings 2" under "Font". You will find the check mark in the third row of the displayed symbol table. Tip : In addition to the simple check mark, you will also find an icon that you can use to insert the check mark into a box in your to-do list.
5. Finally, double-click the check mark in your Word document. Optionally, click the "Insert" button.
6. Note: If you want to check the box again, the symbol will now be displayed in the first place as soon as you click on the "Symbol" icon.
7. Alternatively, copy the check mark that has already been set and then paste it at the desired positions.
8. You can also place checkmarks in your Word document by entering either the capital letters "P" or "R". After highlighting the letter, change the font to "Wingdings 2".

Save check mark for permanent use in Word

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Step 1: Save the check mark in Word

Step 2: Open the auto correction options

Step 3: Replace a letter or character with the check mark

If you regularly create to-do lists or similar documents where it makes sense to use ticks, we still have a plan B for you. With the little trick you will save a lot of time in the future.

1. Think about which character on the keyboard you will never use and reach comfortably. For example, this could be the diamond [#]. An unusual combination of letters would also be possible.
2. After you have decided on a character or a combination of letters, click on the "File" tab.
3. In the left navigation area, select the last point "Options".
4. Then call up the "Document check". In the menu, click the "Auto correction options" button.
5. In the AutoCorrect menu, insert the character you have selected under "Replace" and the checkmark under "By".
6. Important: Do not forget to click the "Add" button and then the "OK" button, otherwise your changes will not take effect.
7. If you want to tick Word in the future, just touch the character you have selected.