Increase Font Size
Windows
Ctrl+Shift+>
Makes the text bigger.
Word Increase Font Size Shortcut for Windows, Mac & Web
Makes the text bigger. 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 increase font size in Word with the keyboard
- Open Word and go to where you want to increase font size.
- Press Ctrl + Shift + > on Windows or Cmd + Shift + > on Mac.
Word Increase Font Size Shortcut for Windows
Press Ctrl + Shift + >.
Word Increase Font Size Shortcut for Mac
Press Cmd + Shift + >.
Word Increase Font Size Shortcut for Word Web
Press Ctrl + ].
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Word increase font size shortcut?
On Windows, press Ctrl + Shift + >. On a Mac, press Cmd + Shift + >.
Is there a Mac shortcut to increase font size in Word?
Yes: Cmd + Shift + >.
Does it work in Word for the web?
Yes: Ctrl + ].
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