To create a hyperlink from a Word document to an e-mail window:

• In the same Word document, type the phrase "Click here to e-mail me."
• Highlight the phrase.
• Click Insert in the menu bar and choose Hyperlink.
• Make sure "E-mail Address" is selected, and then type your e-mail address in the "to:" blank.
• Leave the subject blank empty
• Click OK.

Notice that the phrase "Click here to e-mail me" is now blue and underlined -- a hyperlink. Click the hyperlink to open an e-mail addressed to yourself.

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