PPT97: How to Change Units of Measurement in Microsoft PowerPoint (233049)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft PowerPoint 97 for Windows
This article was previously published under Q233049

SUMMARY

Microsoft PowerPoint bases all units of measurements on Windows Regional Settings located in the Windows Control Panel.

The following article describes how to change the default measurement settings that are used within Microsoft PowerPoint.

MORE INFORMATION

To change the units of measurements to either Metric or US, follow these steps:

  1. On the Windows Start menu, point to Settings, and click Control Panel.
  2. Double-click the Regional Settings icon.
  3. Click the Number tab.
  4. Locate the Measurement System option, and select the desired unit - U.S or Metric.
  5. Click Apply.
  6. Close the Control Panel.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:11/9/2000
Keywords:kbenv kbinfo KB233049
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