Import Word to InDesign while keeping lay-out

Hello
I want to import a Word-file into InDesign, but I want to keep my lay-out, and I want that it's possible to still edit my Word text, in InDesign.
Can anyone help me please?
Grts
Jay

if you want to keep lay-out of word file:
- cmd+D (or File > Place);
- tick Show Import option
- tick Preserve styles... and than clic OK

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