Changing the font size in Microsoft Word is a simple task that can make a big difference in the appearance of your document. Whether you need to make text larger for emphasis or smaller to fit more on a page, adjusting the font size is easy. In this guide, you’ll learn how to change font size step by step.
How to Change Font Size in Word
Changing the font size in Word will help you make your document more readable and visually appealing. Follow these simple steps to adjust the font size to your liking.
Step 1: Open Your Document
First, open the Word document where you want to change the font size.
Make sure your document is open in Word before attempting to change the font size. If you don’t have a document yet, create a new one by clicking on "New Blank Document."
Step 2: Select the Text
Next, use your mouse or keyboard to select the text you want to change.
You can select a single word by double-clicking it, a sentence by holding down the "Ctrl" key and clicking, or an entire paragraph by triple-clicking.
Step 3: Click on the Font Size Dropdown Menu
Locate the toolbar at the top of the screen and find the dropdown menu that shows the current font size.
The font size dropdown is usually located in the "Home" tab, right next to the font name dropdown menu. It might display a number like "11" or "12," which is the current font size.
Step 4: Choose a New Font Size
Click on the dropdown menu and select a new font size from the list, or type a new number in the box.
You will see a list of numbers representing different font sizes. Click on one of these numbers to change the font size of your selected text. You can also type a specific number if you want a size that isn’t listed.
Step 5: Deselect the Text
Finally, click anywhere outside the selected text to see the changes.
Once you click outside the selected text, the new font size will be applied, and you can view the changes.
After completing these steps, your text will now appear in the new font size you selected.
Tips for Changing Font Size in Word
- Use Keyboard Shortcuts: You can quickly increase or decrease font size by using "Ctrl + Shift + >" to increase and "Ctrl + Shift +
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