To use a Topaz Signature Pad with Microsoft Word, you must install the required software and Microsoft Office plug-ins.
Important: Install SigPlus before installing the Microsoft Office plug-ins. Follow the steps below in the correct order.
Step 1: Install SigPlus
Open the CCS Support Center guide:
How to Install SigPlus
- Follow the instructions to download and install SigPlus.
- Complete the installation before proceeding to the next step.
Step 2: Download the Microsoft Office Plug-ins
Visit the Topaz Systems software download page:
- Locate and select Microsoft Office Plug-Ins.
Click Download Plug-ins.
- Once the download is complete, open your Downloads folder.
Locate and run the installer:
topazmsofficeplugins3.exe
Step 3: Install the Plug-ins
- When the installation wizard opens, click Next.
- Click Install to begin the installation.
- Wait for the installation to finish.
- Click Finish to close the installer.
Step 4: Open Microsoft Word
- Launch Microsoft Word.
- Open the Add-ins tab or menu.
- Look for the pencil icon associated with the Topaz signature plug-in.
- Click the pencil icon to open the signature interface.
Step 5: Open the Signature Interface
After clicking the pencil icon, the Topaz signature interface should appear.
Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with capturing a signature using your Topaz Signature Pad.
Troubleshooting
If the Topaz Signature Pad does not work in Microsoft Word:
- Confirm that SigPlus was installed before the Microsoft Office plug-ins.
- Check that the Microsoft Office plug-ins were installed successfully.
- Restart Microsoft Word and check the Add-ins menu again.
If the issue persists, contact CCS Support for further assistance.