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Jamese1045
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Oct 16, 2025

Word docs

I wrote many docs in word and want to rewrite and consolidate them using overdrive. How?

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  • Not quite sure on 'overdrive' btw, may consider below in view of rewriting & consolidating Word Docs

     

    Step 1: Gather All Your Docs

    • Put all your Word files into one folder.
    • Rename them clearly (e.g., “Topic_A.docx”, “Topic_B.docx”) to make sorting easier.

    Step 2: Use Word’s Master Document Feature 

    • Open a new Word doc.
    • Go to View > Outline.
    • Use Insert > Subdocument to pull in your other docs.
    • This lets you manage multiple files as one big document.

    Step 3: Rewrite Efficiently

    One of them is Copilot in Word: If you have access, you can ask it to rewrite sections for tone, clarity, or brevity.

     

    Step 4: Consolidate Content

    • Copy and paste rewritten sections into a new master document.
    • Use Headings to organize sections.
    • Add a Table of Contents via References > Table of Contents.

    Step 5: Final Polish

    • Run Spelling & Grammar check.
    • Use Read Aloud (Review tab) to hear how it flows.
    • Export to PDF or share as needed.

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