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Jamese1045
Oct 16, 2025Copper Contributor
Word docs
I wrote many docs in word and want to rewrite and consolidate them using overdrive. How?
Kidd_Ip
Oct 17, 2025MVP
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.