Recently while working on an FAQ at work, I needed to insert some random text into the document I was writing. Lucky for me, Microsoft Word 2007 has 2 different ways I can do this. Using a simple syntax, Word will insert either Random Text or Loren Ipsum.
Insert Loren Ipsum into Microsoft Word 2007 Document (Also applies to Outlook 2007 due to KB 933792)
1. Type =lorem() into your Word Document
1a. After Typing in =lorem() as shown above, Hit the Enter Key
Wow! Look at all that text!! It’s like Magic & just the perfect thing for Technical White Papers, Blog Posts etc… Very Groovy indeed!
Additional Info & Features
- Use the Syntax =rand() to insert Random data
- To control the output, use the Syntax =lorem(paragraph,sentence) or =rand(paragraph,sentence)
- =lorem(3,9) will create Ipsum Lorem text output with 3 Paragraphs each with 9 Sentences
- =rand(4,3) will create Random Text Output with 4 Paragraphs each with 3 Sentences
- Only Word 2007 and Outlook 2007 support the =lorem() Syntax
- Word 2003 only supports the =rand() Syntax
Tags: lorem ipsum, microsoft word, microsoft outlook, random text, office tips
Great tip. That’s a new one for me! Would almost classify this as an “easter egg”.
Thanks GroovyDude
@JJacks – Appreciate the feedback! The feature is actually documented in KB212251 which is why I didn’t call it an Easter Egg. It is however one of the more obscure features in the Microsoft Office family.