How to Add Text in DOCX

Updated:November 16, 2025

Adding text is an essential part of a DOCX file. It serves as the primary medium for communication within the document allowing for the expression of ideas and thought processes that cannot be replicated through images, tables, or other document elements.

Automating text insertion in DOCX files is highly valuable for report generation, templating systems and possibly enabling dynamic population through structured programmatic actions.

This section will delve into how to add text to a DOCX file (using IronWord).

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First Step:

How to Add Text to DOCX

Download IronWord (C# library) for adding text to DOCX
Load an existing DOCX or create a new blank DOCX file
Add text to the document using the AddText method
Export the file as a DOCX and save it to disk

Adding Text

Adding text to a DOCX file is made straightforward with IronWord. The code snippet below demonstrates the basic text insertion workflow. This can be extended to include formatted text, styled paragraphs, and more complex document structures.

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using IronWord;

// Create a new document
WordDocument newDoc = new WordDocument();

// Add text
newDoc.AddText("Hello, World!");

// Export the document
newDoc.SaveAs("addtext_new.docx");

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Adding Text in a Paragraph

Text may be inserted as part of a paragraph. This is particularly useful when integrating text with other elements (e.g., tables, images, or stylized text), treating the paragraph as the parent node and the text as a child element. An example below.

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using IronWord;

// Create a blank document
WordDocument paragraphDoc = new WordDocument();

// Instantiate a paragraph object
Paragraph paragraph = new Paragraph();

// Add text to paragraph
TextContent text = new TextContent("This is a horse.");
paragraph.AddText(text);

// Add image to paragraph
ImageContent image = new ImageContent("add-text-add-paragraph.jpg");
image.Width = 100;
image.Height = 100;
paragraph.AddImage(image);

// Add paragraph to document
paragraphDoc.AddParagraph(paragraph);

// Export the document
paragraphDoc.SaveAs("addtext_paragraph.docx");

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the primary function of the AddText method in IronWord?

The AddText method in IronWord allows users to insert text into DOCX files with ease, facilitating the automation of text addition for reports and document templates.

Can I add text to both new and existing DOCX files using IronWord?

Yes, IronWord enables you to add text to both new and existing DOCX files, providing flexibility for document creation and modification.

How can I start using IronWord to add text to a DOCX file?

To begin using IronWord for adding text to a DOCX file, download the library, load an existing DOCX or create a new one, use the AddText method, and save the document.

Does IronWord support adding formatted text to DOCX files?

Yes, IronWord supports adding formatted text, styled paragraphs, and complex document structures to DOCX files, enhancing document customization.

Is it possible to integrate text with tables or images in a DOCX file using IronWord?

IronWord allows the insertion of text as part of paragraphs, making it possible to integrate text with tables, images, and other document elements seamlessly.

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