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Adding Line Numbers

Summary: Some types of documents (such as legal documents) may need line numbers to the left of each line. Word allows you to easily add such line numbers; this tip explains how to do so. (This tip works with Microsoft Word 6, Word 95, Word 97, Word 2000, Word 2002, and Word 2003.)

There are many types of documents that require the use of line numbers. Typically, this is done for legal documents. For instance, each line of a legal contract may need to be numbered. Word allows you to easily add line numbers to your document. This is done in the following manner:

  1. Position the insertion point in the section that you want to have line numbers. (Line numbering can be controlled on a section-by-section basis.)
  2. Choose the Page Setup option from the File menu. Word displays the Page Setup dialog box.
  3. Click on the Layout tab. (Click here to see a related figure.)
  4. Click on the Line Numbers button. Word displays the Line Numbers dialog box. (Click here to see a related figure.)
  5. Enable line numbers by clicking in the Add Line Numbering check box.
  6. In the dialog box, specify the number at which you want to begin the numbering and the other characteristics you want used.
  7. Click on OK, and then click on OK in the Page Setup dialog box.

You should note that you can only see line numbers when working in Print Layout view. If you are working in one of the other views, then the line numbers are hidden.

Tip #174 applies to Microsoft Word versions: 6 | 95 | 97 | 2000 | 2002 | 2003

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