Use Page Borders with 3 how-to topics, including adding page borders, customizing border styles, and adjusting border options; choose a topic from the index and follow the steps.
How-to Index
| No. | Topic | Membership Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Add Page Borders | Free |
| 2 | 2. Customize Border Styles | Free |
| 3 | 3. Adjust Border Options | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Add Page Borders
Entry: Page tab → Page Borders
- Open the document you want to edit.
- Click the Page tab at the top of the window.
- Click Page Borders.
- In the dialog box, choose the border style you want.
- Click OK to apply the setting.
Success Criteria
- A border appears around the page based on the selected style.
- When you reopen the Page Borders dialog box, the current settings are shown.
Tips While Using
- The page border effect applies to the current setting scope in the document.
- Check the preview area before applying the border.
2. Customize Border Styles
Entry: Page tab → Page Borders
- Click Page Borders on the Page tab.
- In the Page Borders dialog box, choose the border type.
- Set the line style, color, and width as needed.
- If you want a more decorative result, choose an art border.
- Preview the result and click OK.
Success Criteria
- The page border matches the selected line style, color, or art effect.
- The document preview shows the updated border appearance.
Tips While Using
- Art borders are suitable for cover pages, invitations, and other decorative layouts.
- If you use a wider border, also check the visual spacing between the border and the document content.
3. Adjust Border Options
Entry: Page tab → Page Borders → Options
- Open the Page Borders dialog box.
- Click Options.
- Set the distance between the border and the page edge.
- Choose how the spacing is measured, such as from text or from the page margin.
- Click OK to return, then click OK again to apply the setting.
Success Criteria
- The spacing between the page border and the document content updates based on your settings.
- The border position better matches your layout needs.
Tips While Using
- After changing the spacing, review the page appearance or print preview.
- If the content is close to the page edge, increase the border distance as needed.