HOW TO: Turn Off and Turn On the Automatic Numbered-List Feature in Word (310515)

SUMMARY

This article provides a step-by-step guide to how to turn off and turn on the automatic numbered-list formatting feature in Microsoft Word.

By default, the automatic numbered-list feature is turned on the first time you start Microsoft Word. This feature automatically applies numbered-list formatting to a list if you type a number (or letter) followed by a period and a space or tab at the beginning of a paragraph. For example, if you type 1. or a., type your list text, and then press ENTER, Microsoft Word automatically inserts the next number (or letter) in sequence to create a numbered list.

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How to Turn Off the Automatic Numbered-List Feature

1. Start Word.
2. On the Tools menu, select one of the following options, as appropriate to your version of Word:
   • In Microsoft Word 2002, click AutoCorrect Options.
     
     -or-
   • In Microsoft Word 2000, click AutoCorrect.
3. Click the AutoFormat As You Type tab.
4. Under Apply as you type, click to clear the Automatic numbered lists check box, and then click OK.

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How to Turn On the Automatic Numbered-List Feature

1. Start Word.
2. On the Tools menu, do one of the following, as appropriate to your version of Word:
   • In Word 2002, click AutoCorrect Options.
     
     -or-
   • In Word 2000, click AutoCorrect.
3. Click the AutoFormat As You Type tab.
4. Under Apply as you type, click to select the Automatic numbered lists check box, and then click OK.

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