Hanging Indent - Word
To create the hanging indent in Word, click on the small arrow in the Paragraph section in Word. Then select Hanging from the drop down menu labeled special.
If you are using the Online version of Word, it may look differently. See the boxes below for directions on setting the hanging indent for Word 365 or Word for Mac.
Hanging Indent - Word 365
If you are using the online version of Word, this is how you will set your hanging indent. Look for the three dots towards the right end of the menu. Click on Special Indent, then Hanging.
Hanging Indent - Word for Mac
If you are using the installed version of Word on a Mac, this is how you will set your hanging indent. At the top of the screen, click on the Format tab (you may have to move your mouse to the top of the screen to show the menu if it's hidden). Then choose Paragraph. This will bring up a new window. In the Special drop down menu, choose Hanging. It will automatically set the spacing at one half inch.
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