A memorable custom label is vital in building brand awareness. However, for some small businesses, having custom labels printed by a third party simply isn’t in the budget. Even if your business can afford it, you may want to cut down on correspondence time. Fortunately, Microsoft Word makes creating custom label templates simple.

Labels are an integral part of any industry, whether they be labels meant to catch your eye, hazard warnings meant to keep people away or barcodes meant to identify the product. With several options for label material, adhesive, printing method, shape, size and more, choosing the right label can seem like a daunting task. To keep yourself from being overwhelmed, it’s important to understand your options - and more importantly, to know what it is you need.