How to Insert Dividers in Word?

Now that technology rules the world, developers are exploring various word processing tools but once you get familiar with Microsoft Word you may not like other software. No one is certainly an all know of word software, and one of the things many found difficult is insertion of dividers in words but it's something that can be done easily.

In line with this, this content is written to provide you with every necessary procedure you need to know on how to insert dividers in word, for resume, on word 2016 or later, on Mac, etc, and I'm pretty sure you'll find this information useful.

There are different methods to insert dividers in words but let's quickly consider the quick way to add dividers with a shortcut;

Adding Dividers With a Shortcut

1. Click the hyphen two or more times then press the enter button. This will give you a full-width divider as a thin continuous line.

2. Click asterisk thrice(***) and enter the key if you want a dotted line. Use three equal signs(===) and enter a button to add a double line.

3. Use three underscores(___) and enter a key to form a divider with a medium thickness. Press three number signs (###) and enter a key to make a thicker line with a border. And to round it up, use three tildes (~~~) and enter to make a wavy divider line.

Inserting Divider in Word 2016 or Later

1.Users of word 2016 or later versions (i.e 2019 or Microsoft 365) can click on the arrow next to the shading bar. you can simply locate this in the symbol used to represent it down the (Section) at the top of the document on your PC at the Home menu.

2.Click on the Outside BorderSelect the Border and shading for inserting the divider

3.Select the style you want to use, color, width, and the settings bar. After you finish your editing, click 'OK'.

How To Add Divider/line in Resumes

1.When you are hunting for a job, one of the best ways to secure yourself a place is to have a professional and easy-to-scan resume. This will get you in the door for an interview in the first place. The trick is knowing how to add lines to words the correct way.

The fastest way to add horizontal lines is via the auto-format feature.

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How to Use Auto Format to Add Lines to Resume

1.Shift the cursor to the point where you want to add the lines.

2.Press three symbols in a row:

-( hyphen for a plain single line)

===(Equal sign for a plain double line)

***(Asterisk for a broken or dotted line)

~~~(tildes for wavy lines)

###(number sign for a triple line with a thick center).

3.Press enter to move the line, press it once and drag it to another location. And in case you want to format the horizontal line, double click on the line to open the format horizontal line box where you can amend the height, width, alignment, and the color of the line.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1:Can I customize the appearance of divider lines?

Yes, you can customize the appearance of divider lines in Word by using the "Borders and Shading" options. You can modify the line style, color, width, and placement to achieve the desired visual appearance.

2:How can I ensure divider lines are visually consistent with my design?

To ensure visual consistency of divider lines in Word, create a custom line style that matches your design using the "Borders and Shading" options and apply it consistently throughout your document.

3:Are there any best practices for using divider lines effectively?

Some best practices for using divider lines effectively in Word include using them sparingly, choosing subtle styles, aligning them consistently, allowing sufficient white space, and testing their appearance in different viewing modes.

Summary

The different methods are explained in this article in very detail to add divider lines using keyboard shortcuts, including thin continuous lines, dotted lines, double lines, medium thickness dividers, thicker lines with borders, and wavy divider lines. It covers selecting different divider styles, colors, and widths and provides tips on using the auto format to add divider lines to resumes.

Inserting divider lines are not only limited to MS Word only, but you can also use it for software like WPS Word processor. WPS is a popular office software developed by Kingsoft Corporation. It offers a different set of tools for creating, editing, and formatting documents.