Creating Bulleted and Numbered Lists in Word

Creating Bulleted and Numbered Lists in Word

We use bullets to improve readability and organize ideas and content. It is very helpful in maintaining the interest of the reader or for step-by-step instructions.

Technically, there are two different list options: bulleted and numbered. A bullet is a symbol or image. Bulleted lists show that text is related but order is unimportant. Numbered lists are used to show the order of items(step-by-step directions) or a selection is required (ie. questionnaires).

Reasons to use Bulleted and Numbered Lists in Word:

• To organize text in related categories and increase readability
• To create step-by-step instructions
• To list your top 10 CDs
• Etc...

Use lists. I'm sorry that is all I have. Just use them.

How to Create a Bulleted List in Word:
Image Tutorial

1. Open Microsoft Word.(How do I open microsoft word?)
2. Type in "My top 10 CDs in no particular order".
3. Press "Enter" on the keyboard.
4. Click on the bulleted list symbol on the formatting toolbar.

Or
5. Click "Format" on the menu bar.
6. Click "Bullets and Numbering...".
7. Click on the bullet style you want.
8. Click Ok.
9. Type in the name of a CD.
10. Press ENTER.
11. Type in the name of a CD.
12. Press ENTER.
13. Type in the name of a CD.
14. Repeat until you have 10.
15. Press ENTER twice.

How to Create a Numbered List in Word:
Image Tutorial

1. Open Microsoft Word.(How do I open microsoft word?)
2. Type in "My top 10 CDs in order".
3. Press "Enter" on the keyboard.
4. Click on the numbered list symbol on the formatting toolbar.

Or
5. Click "Format" on the menu bar.
6. Click "Bullets and Numbering...".
7. Click on the "Numbered" tab.
8. Click on the number style you want.
9. Click Ok.
10. Type in the name of a CD.
11. Press ENTER.
12. Type in the name of a CD.
13. Press ENTER.
14. Type in the name of a CD.
15. Repeat until you have 10.
16. Press ENTER twice.

Hmmmm...Not too shabby. Pretty easy to make lists isn't it. You have no excuse not to use them. Keep up the good work!

If you had any problems completing this module or think some details need more explanation, please let us know. We also welcome any other feedback.
Send Feedback