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title: Selecting Words, Sentences and Paragraphs quickly in Word
description: Learn quick tips to select words, sentences, and paragraphs effortlessly in Word to enhance your productivity.
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# [Selecting Words, Sentences and Paragraphs quickly in Word](https://woodthorpeitsolutions.co.uk/tips-and-news/selecting-words-sentences-and-paragraphs-quickly-in-word)

 Written by [Woodthorpe IT](https://woodthorpeitsolutions.co.uk/tips-and-news/author/woodthorpe-it) | Jul 15, 2025 9:30:00 AM

Please see below two really quick ways to select text in a Word Document:

- **To select a word** - Double click on the word.
- **To select an entire sentence** - Hold the CTRL key down on the keyboard and click any word within the sentence you wish to select.
- **To select an entire paragraph** - Triple click on a word within the paragraphs.

If you have your own Word tips or trick to share, please leave a comment below.

 

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