How can I copy a document while keeping its comments?

Can you mention which app and device you’re using? The process is different for Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and other editors. Also, copying the file or using Save As is usually better than selecting all the text, because it preserves comments, formatting, and suggestions.

Comments usually aren’t part of the document’s main text—they’re attached separately, so regular copy and paste often leaves them behind. If you’re using Google Docs, open File > Make a copy and enable the option to copy comments and suggestions. That creates a new document with the comments included. In Microsoft Word, use File > Save As and give the copy a new name; the comments should remain attached.

If you only copy selected text into another document, comments may not come along because they belong to the original file rather than the text itself. The safest method is to duplicate the entire document instead of copying and pasting individual sections. The exact steps depend on whether you’re using Google Docs, Word, or another program.