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# Install the Document designer with Word application

# Install the Document designer with Word application {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Australia
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* Updated March 12, 2026
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* ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 1 minute to read

Install the ServiceNow Document designer with Word (sn_grc_doc_design) application. It extracts metadata from ServiceNow® tables, including fields, related lists, and reference fields with their associated elements. It enables the insertion of repeating content blocks based on record count (for example, 10 blocks for
10 issues). When applied to specific records, the template generates a Microsoft Word document.

## Before you begin

Role required: sys_admin

## Procedure

1. Navigate to System ApplicationsAll Available ApplicationsAll.
2. Find the ServiceNow Document designer with Word application using the filter criteria and search bar.
3. Select Install.  
   The ServiceNow Document designer with Word application is installed in your ServiceNow® instance.
**Related tasks**   

* [Create Template configurations](https://servicenow-prod.fluidtopics.net/kfbE18~ru8UWqiokY96xRQ "Use the Template Configurations module to set up the template relationship registry. This module displays document design template configurations for action tasks. It enables you to configure data relationships, content, and scripted variables via the Document designer application so that required data is displayed in your reports.")

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