In various Word versions, the default auto-save interval for draft documents is typically set to 10 minutes. However, in unexpected situations, 10 minutes might be too long to save your work in progress. You can easily customize the auto-save interval to better suit your needs.
This article will guide you on how to change the auto-save interval in the latest versions of Word 2007, Word 2010, and Word 2013.
Adjusting Auto-Save Time in Word 2007
Step 1: Open Microsoft Word 2007.
Step 2: Click on the Office Button icon -> Word Options.

Step 3: In Word Options, select Save.
Adjust the auto-save interval in the Save AutoRecover information every box, then click OK.

Modifying the auto-save interval in Word 2010
Step 1: Launch Microsoft Word 2010.
Step 2: Go to File -> Options.

Step 3: In Options, select Save. Adjust the auto-save interval in the Save AutoRecover information every box, then click OK.

Adjusting auto-save interval in Word 2013
Step 1: Open Microsoft Word 2013.
Step 2: Choose Word Start -> Options.

Step 3: In Word Options, select Save. Modify the auto-save interval in the Save AutoRecover information every box, then click OK.

Three simple steps allow you to quickly adjust the auto-save interval in Word. Wishing you success!