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This updated guide explains how to Write Vertically, Rotate Text Vertically in Word through clear steps, practical examples, and important checks that help prevent common errors.
this guide shows you three ways to rotate text vertically in Word.
Method 1: Write Vertical Words, Rotate Letters Vertically Using Text Box or Shape
Step 1: You insert a Text Box or a Shape, then enter the text to be written vertically.

Step 2: In the Text Box or Shape boxes, move the mouse pointer to the upper position (the rotating arrow icon). When the mouse pointer turns to the rotating arrow icon, hold down the mouse pointer to rotate the Text Box or Shape vertically.

Or more simply, you select that Text Box or Shape and select the Format tab of Drawing Tools . Next you choose Text Direction -> Rotate all text 270o to rotate the text vertically. Also you can rotate the text in another direction by selecting the appropriate option.

So you wrote the Word vertically:

Method 2: Write Vertical Words, Rotate Letters Vertically Using WordArt
Step 1: You choose Insert -> WordArt -> select the font style you may need to write. Then enter the words you need to write vertically into the WordArt frame that appears under the text editor.

Step 2: You can press and hold the rotating icon at the top of the WordArt text box to rotate the text vertically.

Or you choose WordArt -> Format -> Text Direction -> Rotate all text 270o to rotate the text vertically.

The result after you rotate the text vertically:

Method 3: Write the Word Vertically, Rotate the Word Vertically in the Cell of the Table
Step 1: If you may need to write vertically for any cell in the table, you select that cell, you can rotate the text vertically for many cells of the table.

Step 2: Click the Layout tab in the Table Tools section, then double-click the Text Direction . Now the text in the cells you selected will be rotated vertically, if you may need to rotate the other way, click Next Text Direction . Each time you select Text Direction the text will be rotated in a different direction.

Or you can right-click and select Text Direction to open the Text Direction dialog box.

In the Text Direction dialog box, select Text on the left and click OK to rotate the text vertically.

Results after rotating the text vertically:

FAQ
What is the easiest way to Write Vertically, Rotate Text Vertically in Word?
Start with the requirements in this guide, then follow each step in order. Check the result after every major change so problems are easier to identify.
Can beginners follow these instructions?
Yes. The process is organized into practical steps, and you can repeat any step before moving forward.
What should I check if the method does not work?
Confirm your software or device version, permissions, settings, file format, and internet connection when the task depends on online services.
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