2. Paragraph Formats
Block style – all lines
of text are aligned
with the left margin
the first line of a
paragraph is not
indented
commonly used
when formatting
letters and memos
Indented – the first line
of a paragraph is
indented
use the Tab key to
indent paragraphs
commonly used when
formatting reports
Example:
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Example:
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3. Paragraph Formats
Hanging indent – a temporary left margin that
indents all lines except the first line of text
the first line is flush with the left margin; each
additional line is indented
commonly used when citing bibliography
sources
Example:
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4. Horizontal Centering
When text is centered between the left and
right margin
Commonly used
when formatting:
Invitations
Announcements
Title pages
Lets Hoop It Up!!!
Participate in our
Hoops For Heart
Campaign to help raise money for the
American Heart Association
February 27-March 3, 2006
See your PE teacher for more details.
8. Vertical Centering
When text is centered
between the top and bottom
margin
Commonly used when
formatting:
Invitations
Announcements
Title pages