Enable Macros in a Document A Macro Enabled Word document has a different Icon. The explanation point is a security warning. Try This: Enable Content Go to File->Open. Select the Macro Enabled file we designed.   What Do You See? There should be a yellow security banner at the top of the document. By default, all Macros are disabled in Word.   Who Do You Trust? Macros are code. Some Macros run viruses or malware that can compromise your security and privacy.   Only Enable Content from trusted sources!
File -> Open