| Element | Description | Microsoft Word Tool to Use | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | | Bold, capitalized serif font (similar to Times New Roman or Garamond) reading "GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS" (or your custom title). | WordArt or Text Box | | Medallion/Emblem | A circular crest. You can design a gold star or generic award crest. | Shapes > Oval + Gradients | | Declarative Statement | "The record for..." followed by a description. | Normal Text, centered | | Result Data | The specific number, measurement, or feat. Usually in a large, bold font (36pt+). | Font Size increase | | Name Line | "Is achieved by..." with a blank line for the recipient's name. | Underline or Border Bottom | | Date & Location | The city, country, and date of the achievement. | Date Picker (Developer tab) | | Signature Line | "Editor-in-Chief" or "Official Adjudicator" signature area. | Signature Line (Insert > Signature Line) |

The gold color prints looking brown. Solution: Print on a laser printer if possible. Inkjets struggle with gold. Or, buy gold foil sticker paper and print only the black elements, then use a laminator to apply the foil.