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Learn how to format a basic letter layout.
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Quick reference
Basic Letter Layout
Learn the base rules for letter layout
When to use
Anytime you want to type a formal or semi-formal letter.
Instructions
- Enter the Date at the top of the document
- Press “enter” four times to put a large space between the data and the greeting line.
- Enter the greeting line
- Press “enter” two times before typing the letter.
- Enter the text of the letter.
- Indent each paragraph by ½ inch (by pressing “Tab” on the keyboard)
- Press “enter” at the end of each paragraph, which places a space between the paragraphs.
- Enter the closing line
Press “enter” four times to put a large space between the closing and your signature line.
A faster way is to use the FILE, NEW feature in Microsoft 365 Word
There are hundreds of pre-typed and formatted letters at your disposal.
- Click the File ribbon, choose “New” and then click the “Letters” link.
- Wait just a moment and then sift through all the letters to find the one you would like to use.
- When you find and open the pre-formatted letter, just fill in the fields and adjust the text as you would like.
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