In Word, you can use the "Border and Shading" function to set the inner and outer borders of paragraphs or ** respectively. For paragraphs, you'll need to select the text you want to add a border to;For **, you need to select the whole or a specific cell. Then, click on the "Border" button in the "Design" or "Layout" tab to find the "Border & Shading" option and set it up in detail.
Detailed steps: Open your word document and locate the paragraph or ** that you need to set the border for.
Select the target paragraph or **:
For paragraphs: Use mouse drag to select the text you want to add a border to.
For Anywhere: Click anywhere to select the entire one, or click and drag to select a specific cell.
Access Border Settings:
In the top menu bar of Word, find the "Design" or "Layout" tab (which tab appears depends on whether you currently select a paragraph or **).
In the Design or Layout tab, click the Border button (usually an icon that appears as a line box).
Select Border Style:
In the menu that pops up, select the Borders & Shading option. This will open a new dialog with detailed border setting options.
Under the Borders tab, you can see different border styles and line types. By clicking on the different options, you can preview and select the appropriate inner and outer border styles.
Custom inner and outer borders:
In the Borders dialog box, you'll see several different areas that represent the upper, lower, left, and right borders. By clicking on these areas, you can choose whether to display a border in that direction, as well as the style, color, and width of that border.
To set the inner and outer borders separately, you'll need to select the appropriate line style, color, and width in the dialog box, and then apply them to the inner and outer borders respectively. The inner border usually refers to the border around the text within the paragraph, while the outer border is the outer border of the entire paragraph or **.
Apply and save the settings:
Once you've set up the inner and outer borders, click the OK button to apply these settings to your document.
If you want to apply these settings to other parts of your document, just repeat the steps above.
Finally, don't forget to save your document to make sure all changes have been saved.
Tips & Notes:
Be consistent: When setting up the inner and outer borders, try to keep the overall style of the document consistent. For example, if you use a particular border style in one paragraph, you should use the same style in other related paragraphs.
Don't overdo it: While borders can add to the visual appeal of your document, overdoing it can cause it to appear cluttered. Therefore, it is advisable to use the bezel in moderation and adjust it as needed.
Preview function: In the Borders & Shading dialog box, you can preview the selected border style in real time. This will help you confirm that the settings you choose meet your expectations before applying the changes.
Shortcuts: To be more efficient, you can try using shortcuts to quickly access and set borders. For example, after selecting a paragraph or **, press Ctrl+1 to open the Format Cells dialog box, which also contains border setting options.
Compatibility considerations: If you plan to share the document with others or open it in different versions of Word, be careful to check how the border settings will look in different environments. This helps ensure that the document is compatible and readable.
By following the above steps and tips, you will be able to easily set the inner and outer borders in Word, thus making your document more professional and appealing.