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Create and customize line

You can create lines and customize their appearance.

Create a line​

  1. On the Insert tab, in the Shape menu, select Line. The cursor will change to a cross +.
  2. Draw the line by holding down the left mouse button, or simply click the desired location in the document.
  3. If needed, select the type of line ends (see below).

Modify a line​

  1. Select the line.
  2. Hover the cursor over the line's start or end marker. The cursor will change to a four-way arrow.
  3. Hold down the left mouse button and drag the marker.

Customize the line appearance​

  1. Select the line.
  2. Use the Arrow type and Line style tools on the Home tab, in the Line group.