WD97: How to View Exact Tab, Indentation, and Margin Positions on Ruler (198364)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Word 97 for Windows
This article was previously published under Q198364

SUMMARY

It is possible to view the exact position of a tab, indentation, or margin setting in relation to the page on the ruler in Microsoft Word.

MORE INFORMATION

To view the exact position of a tab, indentation, or margin setting, follow these steps:

  1. On the View menu, click Page Layout.
  2. Position the mouse pointer over a tab stop, indentation marker, or margin marker on the ruler.
    • Press and hold the ALT key on the keyboard and then click and hold the left mouse button.

      -or-

    • Click and hold both the left and right mouse buttons.


    You will see exact measurements on the ruler indicating distances for the selected tab, indentation, or margin setting.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:11/14/2000
Keywords:kbhowto kblayout KB198364
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