Border and Shading questions usually focus on removing page borders, understanding apply scope, and setting different borders by section; this FAQ covers 3 common question types and a short glossary.
FAQ
How do I remove an existing border line from a page?
- Click the Page tab or the related page layout entry.
- Open the Page Border settings.
- Choose None in the settings.
- Click OK to save the change.
What is the difference between applying borders and shading to Text and Paragraph?
- When you choose Text, the border or shading follows only the selected text.
- When you choose Paragraph, the effect covers the whole paragraph area.
- Before final formatting, preview both scopes and then confirm the one you need.
How can I use different page borders on different pages?
- Insert section breaks where you want the border style to change.
- Open Page Border settings for each section.
- Choose different border styles and apply scopes for different sections.
- Preview the result and save the document.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Border | A line style shown around text, paragraphs, pages, or tables. It can include line style, color, and width settings. |
| Shading | A fill color or pattern effect applied to the background area of text or paragraphs. |
| Apply to | An option in Borders and Shading settings that defines where the effect is applied, such as text, paragraph, or the whole page. |