Create and customize line

You can create and customize a line.

Create a line

1.On the Insert tab, from the Shape menu, select Line.

2.Select the type of line: Line, Arrow, Double Arrow. The cursor will take the form of a crosshair +.

3.If necessary, select the type of line tips (see below).

4.Add a line using one of the methods:

•Click in the desired location. A standard-sized line will be added to the document.

•Click the left mouse button and draw the line.

Change the length and angle of the line

1.Select the line.

2.Move the cursor over the line start or end marker. The cursor will look like a four-sided arrow.

3.Press the left mouse button and drag the marker.

You can stop moving the marker by pressing the Esc key. The line will take its original appearance.

Customize line appearance

To customize the appearance of a line, select it, then use the Arrow type and Line style tools on the Home tab, in the Line group.