As you may have noticed, whenever we insert an image into a document text, the line spacing dramatically changes. The size of the picture mixes up the layout due to the default text wrapping style.
In this post, we will discuss a few techniques that can be used to wrap text around images in word document.
3 Ways to Wrap Text Around Images in MS Word
- Using the Layout options
- Using the Format tab
- Using the Context menu
Method 1: Wrap Text Around Images Using the Layout Option
Step 1: Open an MS Word Document.
Step 2: Click the Layout Options.
You can easily access different text wrapping options by selecting the image.
Now, click the Layout Options button found at the upper right-hand side of the picture.
The Layout Options menu showing different text wrapping options will then appear. Simply select one that suits your needs.
Alternatively, if you want to further customize the text wrapping style, simply select the See more… option in the menu.
This will launch the Layout dialogue box in the middle of your screen.
Select the Text Wrapping tab to display more options under the wrapping style, wrap text direction, and distance groups.
Click on the OK button to proceed.
Method 2: Wrap Text Around Images Using the Format Tab
Step 1: Open an MS Word Document.
Step 2: Click on the Image.
Once your document is opened, click on the image and go to the Insert tab.
Then, move your mouse cursor to the right part of the Ribbon and click on the Wrap Text drop-down menu.
This will display different text wrapping options in a vertical list.
Alternatively, you simply double-click on the image to activate the Format tab. Note, however, that the Format tab will only be visible in the Ribbon once an image is selected.
The steps are the same as the previous method from here on out.
Method 3: Wrap Text Around Images Using the Context Menu
Step 1: Open an MS Word Document.
Step 2: Right Click on the image.
Now that we have your document prepared, right-click on the image and select Wrap Text from the options.
This will show a horizontal drop-down menu on the right. Now, choose the text wrapping style that you prefer.
You should be able to see a preview of your document as you hover over each option one by one.
Moreover, if you want to be more elaborate on the text wrapping style, you can select the More Layout Options… from the menu. This will launch the Layout dialogue box in the middle of your screen.
Resetting Text Wrapping in MS Word
To delete any text wrapping around your image, simply access the text wrapping options again and select In Line with Text.
Conclusion
We hope you’ve found this article helpful!