You have a folder full of Word files: chapters, monthly reports, or pieces from several people. Copying and pasting each one into a single document takes ages and risks breaking the formatting. 3Steps Word Documents Joiner is a Windows tool that merges those files into one for you.
Quick facts
- Platform: Windows 11, 10, 8 and 7 (32 or 64 bit), plus Windows Server 2016, 2012 R2 and 2008
- Download size: about 18.6 MB
- Trial: the free demo combines 10 document files from each folder
- Input formats: DOC, DOCX, ODT, TXT, XAML and more
Key features
Merge a whole folder of Word files in one click
Use the Browse button to pick a folder that holds your DOC or DOCX files, then click Join Documents. The result is a single file that keeps the original information.
Check the file list before you merge
The software shows a preview of the files you selected. If you added a document by mistake, you can delete it from the list before joining.
Choose another output format
You can join documents of one format into a single file of another. The vendor lists output formats including DOC, DOCX, HTML, MD, ODT, RTF, TXT, XAML, XML and PDF.
Keep formatting, hyperlinks and attachments
The vendor says the merge keeps text formatting, hyperlinks, headings, text colour and attachments. It also says there is no limit on how many files you add or how big they are.
Save the result where you want it
You choose the save location. That can be a local folder or an external drive such as a pen drive or external hard disc.
Who it's for
It suits people who regularly assemble long documents from many smaller Word files, such as students, office staff and report writers. It works offline, so you don't need a network connection once it's installed.
Pros and cons
- Pro: The workflow is three steps: browse, join, save.
- Pro: You can try it before buying.
- Pro: It supports several input and output formats.
- Con: The demo is limited to 10 files per folder.
- Con: It is Windows only.
- Con: It merges whole files. The vendor describes no way to pick individual pages.
FAQs
Does it work with DOCX files?
Yes. The vendor says it combines both DOC and DOCX files.
Is there a limit on the number of documents?
The vendor says the full version can combine unlimited files, depending on your hard drive size. The free demo is limited to 10 files from each folder.
Will my formatting survive?
The vendor says tables, styles, hyperlinks and images are kept when you merge two documents.
Does it run on Windows 11?
Yes, Windows 11 (64 bit) is on the supported list.
System requirements
- Processor: Intel Pentium 1 GHz (2.4 GHz recommended)
- RAM: 2 GB minimum
- Disk space: 100 MB free
- OS: Windows 11, 10, 8, 7 and Windows Server 2016, 2012 R2, 2008