There is an easy method to insert horizontal lines into a Word document. These lines are useful as a divider in a memo, report, or sign, so having a quick and easy method simply makes your life less complicated.

Here’s how….

Place the cursor at the beginning of a new paragraph and press the appropriate keystrokes 3 times (see below for examples).  Then press Enter, and "presto," a horizontal line will appear on your page!

This trick works in Microsoft Word. If you are having problems getting this tip to work, verify the following settings:

1. Select from the Tools menu, AutoCorrect

2. Click the AutoFormat As You Type tab

3. In the top section of the dialog box, Apply as you type, Borders, click to place a ü in the Borders box

4. Click OK.

Please note:  These tricks may not work for versions prior to Word 97.

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To learn how to insert "fancy" horizontal lines open to "Fancy" Horizontal Lines in Microsoft Word 2000 and XP article.