Word IF Field Examples

`IF` fields in Microsoft Word allow conditional output. This is useful for showing different clauses or messages based on source data in a mail merge.

Basic format

{ IF "{ MERGEFIELD Total }" > "1000" "Premium Customer" "Standard Customer" }

The IF field evaluates the condition and returns one of two strings. Nested fields are common, so syntax validation is essential.

Use cases

• Show country-specific legal paragraphs
• Add payment reminders only for overdue invoices
• Display tier-based discounts in offer letters