Word 2003

Adjusting tabs and margins on the Ruler

To move an existing tab or indent on the Ruler:

• Point the mouse on the tab or indent you want to move.
• Click and hold the left mouse button until a dotted line appears below the tab.
• Drag the mouse to move the tab or indent to a new location.
• Release the left mouse button.

To remove a tab from the Ruler:

• Point the mouse on the tab you want to remove.
• Click and hold the left mouse button until a dotted line appears below the tab.
• Drag the mouse off of the Ruler.
• Release the left mouse button.

To adjust a margin using the Ruler:

• Point the mouse on the margin you want to move.
• Click and hold the left mouse button once a double arrow appears over the margin until a dotted line appears below.
• Drag the mouse to increase or decrease the margin.
• Release the left mouse button.

Remember, you can also increase or decrease your indents by using the Increase and Decrease Indent buttons on the Formatting toolbar.