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Design an Invoice Form with Microsoft Excel

Posted on October 31, 2012, by Progressive Printing Team

Today, most business computers are equipped with Microsoft Office which includes useful programs such as Word and Excel. If you are in need of a custom invoice form for your business, you already have the program that you need to design such a form. You may be a little surprised to learn that Microsoft Excel is a great tool for designing your own forms. If you think of it, most forms are simply composed of rows and columns that create boxes that can be filled in. Since Excel is a spreadsheet program, it can be relatively easy to set up the boxes needed to create your own form. Follow this thorough tutorial to learn the ins and outs of designing an invoice form from scratch. You may need a form that is a very basic or you may need a really complex form. Our goal is that by supplying this tutorial, you will get started in the right direction.

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Form Requirements for Contractors in the State of Texas

Posted on October 22, 2012, by Progressive Printing Team

TX-Contractor-Form-Head-ImgAre you a licensed contractor in the State of Texas? If so, you need to provide important information on all of your business forms whether they are proposals, invoices or written contracts.

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Auto Repair Form Requirements for the State of Florida

Posted on October 18, 2012, by Progressive Printing Team

Are you in the market for an auto repair form for your shop operated in the State of Florida? Are you considering designing your own? Before you take one step further, you should continue reading. Your auto repair forms must contain certain components required by Florida’s Division of Consumer Services. This is to protect both parties: the consumer and your shop. When a customer needs work done on their vehicle, you are required to provide a written estimate if the repair work will cost more than $100. Make sure that the following information is included on any estimate forms or invoice forms that you give to your customers.

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Auto Repair Form Requirements for the State of California

Posted on October 15, 2012, by Progressive Printing Team

CA Auto Form Requirements - Head ImgLooking for repair forms for your auto repair shop operated in the State of California? Before you design or pick out your forms from any print shop, you should be aware of the requirements set forth by the State of California.

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Custom Design a #10 Envelope Using Microsoft Word

Posted on October 12, 2012, by Progressive Printing Team

Word Env #10 - Intro ImageAre you tired of handwriting your return address on envelopes? Look professional when sending out your mail using envelopes printed with your return address and logo. This tutorial will guide you in using Microsoft Word as a tool for setting up the design for your pre-printed #10 envelopes. You will then be able to print the envelopes with your own printer or you can send the file to a commercial printer for printing.

If you follow this tutorial for #10 envelopes, your design will comply with United States Postal Service regulations.

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What Should Every Sales Invoice Form Have?

Posted on October 5, 2012, by Progressive Printing Team

Sales Inv Form Components - Invoices SamplesSales Invoice Forms are very important documents for businesses that rely on selling merchandise. This form documents what is being sold and to whom. Like many business forms, invoice forms can come in a variety of sizes; just choose the size appropriate for your business. Half sheet invoice forms (8.5″ x 5.5″) are perfect for businesses that need to fill out invoices on-the-go or if you typically have smaller orders. A slightly bigger form that may work for your business is the 8.5″ x 8.5″ size; it offers a little more room to include more items sold. If your sales are usually large or you need a lot of room for details, then the 8.5″ x 11″ form will be perfect for your business. This larger form will accommodate additional legal verbiage such as return policies and warranties. Regardless of the size that you decide to purchase or design for you company, most Sales Invoice Forms are composed of the same elements.

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What Should Every Auto Service Form Have?

Posted on October 1, 2012, by Progressive Printing Team

If you run and operate an auto service shop, you know how detailed the work can get. When you need to purchase Auto Service Forms or design your own to run your business properly and efficiently there are elements every service invoice should have. Below you will find a list of what you need to look for and include when you are picking out or designing your form.

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