conversion - Inserting SVG files in a Microsoft Word document

How can I convert or insert an Inkscape SVG file to a Microsoft Word document?

Note: It has to be editable. The resulting exported PDF has selectable text.

Answer

To embed an Inkscape drawing into a Word document:

1. 
   

   Open the file in Inkscape.

   
   

   

   
   


2. 
   

   Save the file as an Enhanced Metafile (.emf).

   
   

   

   
   


3. 
   

   Be sure to untick Convert text to paths

   
   

   

   
   


4. 
   

   Insert the .emf file as a picture in a Word document.

   
   

   

   
   

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To edit the drawing and text:

5. 
   

   Right-click the picture and select Edit Picture.

   
   

   

   
   


6. 
   

   Click Yes to convert to a drawing object.

   
   

   

   
   


7. 
   

   Tada!