This post will show you how to change the tick of a check box from a checkmark to 'x' or any other symbol in Microsoft Word.

Then, click the "Check Box Content Control" button (denoted by a small box with a checkmark inside). This will insert an interactive checkbox at the cursor's position.

Use the Correct Check Box: There are two types of check boxes in Word – form field check boxes and content control check boxes. Make sure you are using the type that best suits your needs.

Open your Word document and go to Insert > Pictures. Choose the image from your computer or online source. Once inserted, ...

Then, click the "Check Box Content Control" button (denoted by a small box with a checkmark inside). This will insert an interactive checkbox at the cursor's position.