Using a Hanging Indent in Word Document

Issue/Question

How do I use a hanging indent to a Word document? 

Environment

  • Microsoft 365
    • Word

Resolution

  1. Highlight text in your document.
  2. Expand Paragraph Settings in the tool bar.
  3. Click Indents and Spacing tab.
  4. In the Indention section, navigate to Special:.
  5. Select Hanging.
  6. Click Ok.
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