The difference between an AutoCorrect entry and an AutoText entry is that the AutoText feature makes corrections automatically as soon as the SPACE BAR or a punctuation key is pressed, whereas the AutoCorrect command must be clicked to instruct Word to make an AutoCorrect correction.

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AutoCorrect automatically corrects common typos and misspellings as you type, while AutoText allows you to insert pre-defined text entries. Both features work automatically without needing to click a command.

The Difference Between an AutoCorrect Entry and an AutoText Entry