**Text Alignments in Microsoft Word**
Alignment in a document refers to how text is positioned horizontally on the page. In Microsoft Word, there are four main text alignments that were taught in your Class VI: left align, center align, right align, and justify.
**Left Align**
- Left align is the default text alignment in Microsoft Word.
- Text is aligned along the left margin, creating a straight edge on the right side.
- This alignment is commonly used for most documents as it is easy to read.
**Center Align**
- Center align positions text evenly between the left and right margins.
- This alignment is often used for titles, headings, and other text that needs to be visually centered on the page.
- It can help draw attention to specific information.
**Right Align**
- Right align positions text along the right margin, creating a straight edge on the left side.
- This alignment is useful for creating a clean and organized look for certain types of content, such as tables or figures.
- It can also be used to align numbers in a column.
**Justify**
- Justify aligns text along both the left and right margins, creating a straight edge on both sides.
- This alignment is commonly used in newspapers and magazines to create a clean and professional look.
- It can help improve the overall appearance of the document.
By using these text alignments effectively, you can improve the readability and visual appeal of your Microsoft Word documents.