Word 2007 uses a highly incompatible .docx file format for saving files, making it difficult to share with friends and colleagues who don't have the same version. To change this:
Click the Office button in the top left
Click the Word Options button
On the left-hand side, select Save
Change the Save files in this format drop down box to Word 97 - 2003 Document (*.doc)
Click OK
Click the Office button in the top left
Click the Word Options button
On the left-hand side, select Save
Change the Save files in this format drop down box to Word 97 - 2003 Document (*.doc)
Click OK


















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