Written by Allen Wyatt (last updated April 12, 2021)
This tip applies to Word 97, 2000, 2002, and 2003
When using the Equation Editor, you can control the spacing that the Equation Editor applies between lines in a matrix. The value you specify represents a percentage of the normal spacing that would otherwise be used. Thus, a value of 125% represents a spacing that is 25 percent larger than normal. To set this adjustment, do the following:
Figure 1. The Spacing dialog box.
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