How to Type 10th in MS Word with Superscript

Learn how to type '10th' in MS Word using superscript to create a professional look for ordinal numbers.

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To type '10th' in Microsoft Word with the 'th' in superscript, type '10th', then highlight 'th'. Next, go to the 'Home' tab and click the 'Superscript' icon (x²) in the 'Font' group. Alternatively, use the shortcut Ctrl + Shift + = after selecting the text to make 'th' appear smaller and raised, achieving a professional look for ordinal numbers.

FAQs & Answers

  1. How can I type other ordinal numbers like 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in MS Word? You can type other ordinal numbers in the same way. For example, type '1st', highlight 'st', and then use the Superscript option in the Home tab or the shortcut Ctrl + Shift + = to format it correctly.
  2. Why should I use superscript for ordinal numbers? Using superscript for ordinal numbers makes your text look more professional and clear, helping to maintain a consistent style in formal documents.
  3. Can I create a shortcut for superscript formatting in MS Word? Currently, the default shortcut for superscript is Ctrl + Shift + =. You can also create a custom shortcut by going to the Word Options, selecting 'Customize Ribbon' and then 'Customize...' under 'Keyboard shortcuts'.
  4. Does MS Word support superscript formatting for web documents? Yes, if you save your MS Word document as a web page, the superscript formatting will be maintained in the HTML output, ensuring a consistent presentation online.

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