How to Format Text in Microsoft Word

Text formatting allows you to add a professional look to your documents but be careful and don't overuse the effects as this will make your document look anything but professional.

It is always best to use the one Font Type throughout the whole document, as this gives the document a look of conformity. The use of different colors and funky fonts detract from a document and makes them look completely amateurish.

You can format text in Microsoft Word by changing font types, font size, and font style (bold, italics, underline and color, etc.).

• Select the text you want to format by highlighting
• Go to the Format menu and select Font. The Font window opens.
• Select the Font tab, if it is not already selected.
• Select the Font, Font Style, and Font Size you want to use
• Go to the Underline drop-down menu and select the type of underline you want, if any
• Go to the Color drop-down menu and select the font color you want; black is the default color
• Select the Effects you want in the Effects box by clicking on the checkbox for each effect you want the text to have
• Preview your changes in the Preview box at the bottom of the window
• Click OK
• To only change the font type, highlight the text, go to the Font menu in the Formatting toolbar, and select the font you want to use