Convert symbol characters into bullets automatically!

Word's AutoFormat As You Type feature enables you to convert symbols to bullets as you type.

First, select Tools | AutoCorrect from the menu bar (Tools | AutoCorrect Options in Word 2002 and later) to open the AutoCorrect dialog box. Next, click on the AutoFormat As You Type tab. In the Apply As You Type section, select the Automatic Bulleted Lists check box, and then click OK. Now, you can easily convert a symbol character into an interactive bullet. To do so, select Insert | Symbol from the menu bar. In the Symbol dialog box, locate and select the symbol you'd like to use, and then click Insert. Click Close to dismiss the Symbol dialog box. Now, type two or more spaces after the symbol you inserted, followed by the text you want to accompany the bullet. Finally, press [Enter].

Word automatically converts the symbol to a bullet and continues the bulleting format on the next line.