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How do I prevent a Word table from auto-adjusting according to the text?

by Laura | Jun 13, 2019 | Microsoft Word Tips

This problem arises because the table has been set to automatically resize to fit contents.  Word will change the column widths.  For example, in the following example, let’s say that you want the table to remain the width it is. As you enter information in the...

Can I create Header and Footer color backgrounds in Word 2010?

by Laura | Jun 11, 2019 | Microsoft Word Tips

You can accomplish this by adding colored shapes in your header and footer.  It’s easier if you first enter the header information you want. Now click on Insert Shapes and draw a rectangle from one corner of your header to the other. You can use the Shape Fill...
How can I set the orientation of a single page in a multi-page document in Word

How can I set the orientation of a single page in a multi-page document in Word

by Laura | Jun 8, 2019 | Microsoft Word Tips

All you need to do is put that page into its own section.  For example if most pages are set to portrait orientation and you want one that’s landscape, create a new section before the landscape page and after the landscape page. Let’s say the first part of...

Can I restrict users from changing formats in Word?

by Laura | Jun 8, 2019 | Microsoft Word Tips

There’s a variety of methods you can use to prevent users from adding their own formatting.  With the Manage Styles feature, you can restrict formatting for the entire document or just parts of the document.  You can access Manage Styles from the bottom of the...
Can I vertically center content on a single page in Word?

Can I vertically center content on a single page in Word?

by Laura | Jun 5, 2019 | Microsoft Word Tips

Yes, if you put that page into its own section.   Create a new section before the page and after the page.   In this example, there are separate sections before and after the centered page.  Once you apply any formatting, make sure that it only applies to the...

Is it possible to convert paragraph breaks in Word to line breaks?

by Laura | Jun 5, 2019 | Microsoft Word Tips

You can use search and replace to convert those paragraph marks to soft line breaks.  Select the text first and then open the Find and Replace dialog box.  Put the focus on the Find what text box and then click on More to expand the box.  From the bottom click on...
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