Try it!

Here's how to add, replace, and format text in Word:

Add text

1. Place the cursor where you want to add the text.

2. Start typing.

Replace text

1. Select the text you want to replace.

   • To select a single word, double-click it.

   • To select a line, click to the left of it.

2. Start typing.

Format text

1. Select the text you want to format.

2. From the pop up toolbar or the Home tab, select an option to change the Font, Font Size, Font Color, or make the text bold, italics, or underline.

   

Copy formatting

1. Select the text with the formatting you want to copy.

2. Click  Format painter, and then select the text you want to copy the formatting to.

   : Double-click  Format painter if you want to copy the formatting in more than one place.

Want more?

Video: Change the look of text

Select text

Word Quick Start