I want to print mini labels

charley4

I need advice on how to print mini labels. I have brought blank Avery labels, and I tried to download there free software, but a message said (Microsoft word or higher not found on this machine set up will terminate). I have microsoft works on my xp computer, and tried to download from my printer but couldn't get small labels to print. The size of the labels I want to print is 38.1 x 21.2 mm for return address.
I would be really pleased if I can get some advice. Thankyou in advance.
charley4

buglawton

Which version of MS Word do you actually have installed? There are some suggestions at http://support.microsoft.com/kb/288387

System

The good thing about Avery labels is that they also give you a template with all the measurements to allow you to create a template in your chosen program.

If Works doesn't have the L7651 (at a guess) template then you should be able to create one.

charley4

thanks buglawton I will later this evening go to the microsoft support that you have given me also !!!!!! I am a bit thick so will try and create a template. you have both been very helpful. now i have everyone crying out for dinner. i will let you know how i get on.

zz9pa

You could also try open office...
I did a quick 'google' and it came up with some templates :

http://www.worldlabel.com/Pages/openoffice-a4.htm


(unchecked - use at your own risk yada, yada..)

bryanb

Avery design pro lite 5 (free download) does not need word on your comp. I had same prob last month.

charley4

thanks zz9pa I have just tried world labels and the size label i want wasn't there I need size J8651
buglawton i haven't got microsoft word, only microsoft works, i have looked at support microsoft, I think i will need lots of time to study it,( as I'm a bit slow) in fact i just need a drink and will try with my labels tomorrow.
thankyou very much for all the help

buglawton

Does not Works include Word among it's programs? Without Word you cannot use the program that depends on Word. Check your program grouts to see if in fact you do have Word somewhere. The Avery program sometimes falsely reports it is not installed even when it is.

Debt_Free_Chick

buglawton wrote: »

Does not Works include Word among it's programs?

Nope. Word is only available as a standalone or bundled with Office, but not with Works.

OP - can you create a table in works? If so, you simply set all the margins to zero and create a table to fill one sheet of A4, with the number of rows and colums matching those of the label.

Debt_Free_Chick

Looks like you can design and print direct from the Avery website

This produces a pdf which you can then save, if you want to.

System

Avery templates in Word are simply tables so the same can be achieved in Works.