How do I create 3 keystroke acronym to insert full sentence

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In our dental office we often use repetitive medical procedures in our
letters. The previous user passed on a series of acronym-like keystroke
combinations that autofill the full description without our having to type it
out everytime. How do I create a new keystroke shortcut for autofill?
 
Thank you for your assistance. Although I had spent an afternoon
researching a lot of "Auto______" and "shortcut" options I continued reading
the discussion boards and found the macro option, which I hadn't considered.
Thanks again, problem solved. Of course it happens right after I post.
 
Tools-Options, AutoText tab. Enter the text of the sentence (or if it exists
already, select/highlight the sentence and click the AutoCorrect tab). Click
Add, then OK. You are not limited to three keystrokes. It may take Word more
than that to recognize your entry.

When you start typing this sentence a yellow band will appear above the
text, telling you to Press ENTER to Insert. That's all there is to it. If
you don't want the AutoText feature to complete the sentence, just keep
typing and the yellow band will go away.

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Probably AutoCorrect.
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Of course! And when you take your car to the shop, it'll stop making that
sound that's been driving you nuts.
 
Thanks Richard,

I will try both to see which option is easiest. I appreciate your swift
response.

Glenn
 
You don't need a macro for this - what you want is autocorrect!

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