If you’re working on a document in Microsoft Word and you find that there is a box around some of your text that you want to remove, don’t worry – it’s a common issue, and there are a few easy ways to fix it. Whether the box is a result of formatting or a mistake, you can remove it quickly and easily. Here’s how.
1. Remove Box around Text Using Borders and Shading:
– Select the text or paragraph with the box around it.
– Navigate to the “Home” tab in the Word toolbar.
– Click on the small arrow in the “Borders” section to open the “Borders and Shading” dialog box.
– In the “Borders and Shading” dialog box, under the “Borders” tab, choose “None” to remove all borders from the selected text. Then click “OK”.
2. Remove Box around Text Using Paragraph Settings:
– Select the text or paragraph with the box around it.
– Right-click on the text and choose “Paragraph” from the context menu.
– In the “Paragraph” dialog box, under the “Borders” tab, set the “Setting” to “None”. Then click “OK”.
3. Remove Box around Text Using Styles:
– If the box around the text is appearing due to a specific text style, you can modify the style to remove the box.
– Click on the text with the box and navigate to the “Styles” section in the Word toolbar.
– Right-click on the specific style applied to the text with the box and select “Modify”.
– In the “Modify Style” dialog box, under the “Format” option, choose “Border” and set it to “None”. Then click “OK”.
4. Copy and Paste Text Without Formatting:
– If the box around the text is a result of formatting issues, you can try copying the text and pasting it as plain text to remove any unwanted formatting.
– Select the text with the box and press “Ctrl + C” to copy it.
– Right-click where you want to paste the text and choose “Keep Text Only” or “Paste as Plain Text” from the options. This will remove any formatting, including the box.
By following these simple methods, you should be able to remove any unwanted box around text in your Word document. If you encounter persistent issues, consider seeking additional support from Microsoft’s help resources or community forums. Remember to save your document regularly to avoid losing any changes made. With these tips at your disposal, you can effectively manage and manipulate the formatting of your documents in Microsoft Word.
