Posted July 12, 2019 by Sheraz Ali in Microsoft Word

Select the text box, and then go to Shape Format or Drawing Tools Format Rotate. Use any of the rotate commands in the list. Manually rotate the text box by selecting the text box rotation handle and dragging in the direction you want. To keep the rotation to 15 degree angles, press and hold Shift while you drag the rotation handle. Place your insertion pointer where you need the Circle Symbol text. Press and hold one of the Alt keys on your keyboard. Whilst holding on to the Alt key, press the Circle Symbol ’s alt code (9711). You must use the numeric keypad to type the alt code. How to Insert Circle Symbols? Circle Symbol Shortcuts for Windows. Decimal Code (Alt Code): Hold one of alt keys and then type the numbers provided in the first column of the below table using number pad. For example, Alt 8885 will produce the crossed circle symbol as ⊗. This method will work on all documents like Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Click inside the text box, then type in whatever you want to rotate. Skip this step if you drew a text box around existing text. If you want to add text that you've already written, select the text in question, press Ctrl + C (Windows) or ⌘ Command + C (Mac), click the text box, and press Ctrl + V (Windows) or ⌘ Command + V (Mac). Continuing from our look at putting Word text vertically, at an angle or curved here’s how to put text around an object; image, chart, shape or other Word object. Text around a Box. Putting text around a box requires four separate text boxes, positioned and grouped around the object. Here’s a chart with four text boxes around it.

Sometimes, linear text doesn’t get the trick done in Microsoft Word. In that situation, you can curve your words, and give them a nice angular bend. This is accomplished through the WordArt feature in Microsoft Word, and it’s pretty easy to wrap your head around. Keep in mind though that bending text is different from giving it a 3-d transformation in Word. Make sure you don’t mix the two up.

Note: Although this tutorial focuses on the process to arch text in word, you can also use it to arch your text in powerpoint.

Step by Step: Arching Your Text in MS Word

1. Open your MS Word document.

2. Write down your text and move the cursor around it.

3. Tap the Insert tab (at the top).

4. Locate and select the arrow underneath WordArt.

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5. From the drop-down menu, select your preferred text style.

6. Now, open the format tab (top right).

7. Navigate to the WordArt Styles section and click text effects, represented by a blue and white Capital A.

8. From the drop-down menu, select Transform.

9. Finally, select the curved option to give your text a wicked bend.

you can also change the text’s size or curvature by squeezing the ends (dots) of your curved text, as shown below.

Note: You will notice that the curved options are found in the “Follow Path” section of the Transform submenu. Here, you can choose the circular orientation to bend your words in a circular formation or some other orientations of your choice.

How to Unbend Your Text in Word

If you receive a word document that already has arched text, and you want to give it a more linear formation, here’s what you have to do.

1. Select the arched text.

2. Go to the Format Tab.

3. navigate to text Effects.

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4. Select Transform from the drop-down menu.

5. Further, select the none option from the submenu.

Note: You cannot arch your text in Microsoft Word versions older than 2013. Please update your Microsoft office package if you wish to avail the newer WordArt features.

Where does Curving Text Come in Handy?

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We all know that complicated software like Adobe Photoshop Express isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. That’s where Microsoft Word, which is popular for its ease of use, can save the day.

Did you know that you can design stunning brochures and flyers in MS word? Yes! It’s a great way to advertise your business and compel your clientele to do business with you.

In these offline promotional materials, curved text can bring a new dimension, a creative flair. So, if you’re thinking of designing a brochure or a flyer, or whatever – try Word and it’s WordArt features. I’m sure you will find a lot of opportunities to add creative spice and magic.

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