Question:

How can I add an abstract to my paper in a version of Word previous to 2007?

Answer:

(Note:  This topic is for people who are NOT using Word 2007.  If you have Word 2007, there is a separate FAQ topic on this subject.)

Check to see that you have the latest version of APA PERRLA.

Here are the steps to creating an abstract.

With the paper open that you wish to put the abstract in:

1. Select Edit from the menus at the top of the page, then Go To
2. Select Section in the box at the left, and then type 2 in the entry field at the right. Click Go To and then Close.
3. While holding down the Ctrl key, hit the Enter key.
4. Click on APA PERRLA >>Change Format and select APA Header.
5. Type the word Abstract, then hit Enter.
6. Click on APA PERRLA >> Change Format and Select APA Abstract.
7. You're ready to start typing your abstract in the proper place.