Run-in headings appear in line with the text rather than above the text. This tutorial shows how to create run-in headings in Microsoft Word. Specifically, we will create run-in headings that will appear correctly in the table of contents. First, we will use Word’s default styles to create run-in headings that are aligned with the left margin. Then, we will customize a … [Read more...] about How to Create Run-In Headings in Microsoft Word (Indented & Left-Aligned)
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How to Insert Text into Shapes in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac)
We recently looked at how to insert images into shapes in Microsoft Word. Today, we are going to insert text into shapes in Microsoft Word. First, we will insert text using the shape’s built-in text option. Then, we will use WordArt to place text over the shape, which will create the appearance of text inserted into the shape. Table of Contents How to Insert Text into … [Read more...] about How to Insert Text into Shapes in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac)
How to Insert Images into Shapes in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac)
This tutorial shows how to insert images into shapes in Microsoft Word. For example, you may want to crop any image into a circle, triangle, or star. First, we are going to look at two different ways to insert the image into the shape. Then, we are going to look at how to modify the image’s size and position within the shape. Table of Contents: How to Insert an Image … [Read more...] about How to Insert Images into Shapes in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac)
How to Align the Periods in Numbered Lists in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac)
When you create numbered lists in Microsoft Word, the periods after the numbers don’t automatically line up when you advance from single digits to double digits. So, today’s tutorial shows how to align the periods in numbered lists. For a full tutorial about creating numbered lists, please see “How to Create and Modify Numbered Lists in Microsoft Word.” Watch all the … [Read more...] about How to Align the Periods in Numbered Lists in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac)
How to Password Protect Files in Microsoft Word
Last week, we password protected PDFs in Adobe Acrobat. This week, we are going to password protect files in Microsoft Word. We will also look at how to remove passwords from Word files. Table of Contents How to Password Protect Files How to Remove Passwords from Files Watch all the steps shown here in real time! https://youtu.be/rUZ3VRv6SBo Explore more than … [Read more...] about How to Password Protect Files in Microsoft Word
How to Change the Default Font in Word for Mac
This tutorial shows how to change the default font in Word for Mac. You can also change the default font size and color. Are you on a PC? Please see my previous tutorial “How to Change the Default Font in Microsoft Word.” Watch all the steps shown here in real time! https://youtube.com/shorts/vVde_ECqwxI Explore more than 200 writing-related software tutorials on my … [Read more...] about How to Change the Default Font in Word for Mac
How to Change the Font Color of Modern Comments in Microsoft Word
This tutorial shows how to change the font color of all existing Modern comments in Microsoft Word. Unlike classic comments, Modern comments have limited customization options. In fact, when you are working in Modern comments, the Styles group in the Home tab is disabled. However, the workaround below allows us to change the font color without turning off Modern … [Read more...] about How to Change the Font Color of Modern Comments in Microsoft Word
How to Add an Updating Date and Time in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac)
This tutorial shows how to add an automatically updating date and time in Microsoft Word. First, we will look at how to do so in the text. Then, we will add an updating date and time to the header or footer. Lastly, the Pro Tip at the end shows how to manually update the date and time. Table of Contents How to Add an Updating Date and Time in the Text How to Add an … [Read more...] about How to Add an Updating Date and Time in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac)
How to Insert and Modify Shapes in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac)
This tutorial shows how to insert shapes in Microsoft Word. Shapes include circles, squares, rectangles, arrows, lines, hearts, flowchart symbols, banners, and speech bubbles. In addition, we will change the shape color, outline, and effects such as shadows and reflections. Then, we will place shapes behind text and other objects. Sometimes shapes placed behind text or … [Read more...] about How to Insert and Modify Shapes in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac)
How to Find and Replace Text in Word for Mac
This tutorial shows two ways to find and replace text in Word for Mac. First, we will look at the basic method. Then, we will look at the advanced method with additional customization options. Table of Contents: Basic Method to Find and Replace Text Advanced Method to Find and Replace Text If you want to find and replace text with specific font formatting (e.g., … [Read more...] about How to Find and Replace Text in Word for Mac