Automatically update content from one form field into another in Word 2010

I have a form with inserted text form fields where I enter names.  I have another region in my form where the same name needs to be repeated in another form field.  Rather than having to type this in twice, I would like the data entered into the first form field (i.e. name) automatically update in the second form field below.  Is that possible in Word 2010?  Please help, thanks in advance.

 

Chris Guay

Assuming you are indeed using formfields and not content controls, access the formfield properties and make sure the formfield has a bookmark name and that the 'calculate on exit' property is checked. Then, wherever you want the data replicated, incert a cross-reference to the formfield's bookmark name. Once you're done, apply the forms protection to the document and the updates will occur automatically.
Cheers
Paul Edstein
(Fmr MS MVP - Word)

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