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How do I double space in Microsoft Word?

Question:

How do I double space in Microsoft Word?

Answer:

To double space or change the spacing of text in Microsoft Word follow the below steps.

1. Open Microsoft Word and the document you wish to modify.
2. Highlight the text you wish to have double spaced or select all.
3. Right-click the selected text and click Format.
4. Click Paragraph.
5. In the Paragraph window under spacing change from Single to Double and then click Ok.

Additional information:

• See our double space dictionary definition for additional information about this term, an example, and related terms.