Reply To: Importing Word text and keeping local formatting?

> What is the best way for me to import a Word document into In Design without stripping the local formatting?

When you place a Word document (File > Place), tick the ‘Show import options’ checkbox. Then in the ‘Microsoft Word Import Options’ dialog, make sure that the radio button ‘Preserve styles and formatting in . . .’ is sected.

> And the how can I apply a paragraph style sheet in In Design without stripping away the local formatting?

1. Apply the paragraph style to one or more paragraphs.
2. Use Find/Change: set your find string and enter the paragraph style to be applied in the ‘Change format’ panel. DO NOT click ‘Change all’, that’ll remove all the local formatting. Click ‘Change’, then ‘Change/Find’.

Peter