Add a signature to word processor templates

This article explains how you can add a signature to word processor templates. Adding a signature to a template is particularly useful for documents sent via email, as you will not be able to print and sign them.

Before you begin

You will need to create a good quality digital image of your signature. Some suggestions for creating this image are:

• Scan a physical copy of your signature and crop the scanned image to size.
• Use a stylus and compatible device to create a digital version of your signature.

To keep the image size small, save it as a .png or .gif file. The background colour for the image should be white or transparent.

Save the image on the computer that you will be using to create documents.

Add your signature to your template

1. From the main Bp Premier screen, click the icon or select Utilities > Word processor from the menu. When in a patient record, select File > New Letter. The word processor will open.
2. Select Templates > Edit template.
3. Place your cursor at the location in the template that you wish to insert the signature.
4. Select Insert > Picture > As Character.
5. Navigate to the signature image and click Open. The signature will appear in the template.
6. Resize the image as required.
7. Select Save as. The template detail screen will appear.
8. Give the template a name, and ensure Available to all users is not ticked.
9. Click Save.

Last updated: 08 December 2023.