Decrease Font Size
Windows
Ctrl+Shift+<
Makes the text smaller.
Word Decrease Font Size Shortcut for Windows, Mac & Web
Makes the text smaller. Here's the keyboard shortcut for every version of Word, plus other ways to do it.
Quick Answer
- Windows
- Ctrl+Shift+<
- Mac
- Cmd+Shift+<
- Web
- Ctrl+[
How to decrease font size in Word with the keyboard
- Open Word and go to where you want to decrease font size.
- Press Ctrl + Shift + < on Windows or Cmd + Shift + < on Mac.
Word Decrease Font Size Shortcut for Windows
Press Ctrl + Shift + <.
Word Decrease Font Size Shortcut for Mac
Press Cmd + Shift + <.
Word Decrease Font Size Shortcut for Word Web
Press Ctrl + [.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Word decrease font size shortcut?
On Windows, press Ctrl + Shift + <. On a Mac, press Cmd + Shift + <.
Is there a Mac shortcut to decrease font size in Word?
Yes: Cmd + Shift + <.
Does it work in Word for the web?
Yes: Ctrl + [.
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