Align Paragraphs

Paragraph alignment refers to the manner in which the edges of a block of text are aligned. With Word, you can align text four ways:

Left — aligns only the left side of paragraphs with the left margin.
Right — aligns only the right sides of paragraphs with the right margin.
Center — centers text between the left and right margins.
Justify —aligns both the left and right sides of paragraphs.

To change the alignment for a block of text:

Select the block of text that you want to change.
Go to the Home Tab.
See the Paragraph Group.
Select the appropriate option.
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Indenting Text

It is often preferred that the first line of each paragraph be indented about 1/2 ". To change how much (and how) the paragraph indents, you use the indention tools on the horizontal ruler located directly above the document. You can set how much the first line indents, how much other lines indent, how much all lines indent, or where the right margin is set.

To indent the first line of a paragraph: Drag the First Line Indent marker to the new location.
To indent all lines, except the first: Drag the Hanging Indent Marker to the new location.
To indent all lines: Drag the Left Indent marker to the new location.
To indent the right edge: Drag the Right Indent Marker to the desired location.