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how to create overlapping text
Is it possible to create overlapping text in Word 2003? If so, how?
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Yes. There are a variety of ways, depending on exactly what effect you're
trying for. One way, for example, is to use a floating text box, and to set its transparency to 100%. Another way -- on a smaller scale -- is to use certain Word fields, such as the Advance field, which can be used to overstrike, overlap, and otherwise manipulate characters in close proximity. If you can describe what you're trying to do, then perhaps we can point you in the best direction. -- Herb Tyson MS MVP Author of the Word 2007 Bible Blog: http://word2007bible.herbtyson.com Web: http://www.herbtyson.com "experimentalist" wrote in message ... Is it possible to create overlapping text in Word 2003? If so, how? |
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I am writing a work of experimental ficiton. I want to convey the impression
of two characters talking over each other, although saying the same thing. |
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If I'm understanding you correctly, then a transparent textbox will probably
do what you want (after inserting the textbox, right-click it and choose Format - Textbox; in colors and lines, set transparency to 100 and turn off the border, if you like; in layout, choose In front of text wrapping). I'm having a hard time picturing it... good luck! Post back if you run into problems with the textbox or if it doesn't quite do what you want. -- Herb Tyson MS MVP Author of the Word 2007 Bible Blog: http://word2007bible.herbtyson.com Web: http://www.herbtyson.com "experimentalist" wrote in message ... I am writing a work of experimental ficiton. I want to convey the impression of two characters talking over each other, although saying the same thing. |
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Thanks so much! It worked beautifully.
"Herb Tyson [MVP]" wrote: If I'm understanding you correctly, then a transparent textbox will probably do what you want (after inserting the textbox, right-click it and choose Format - Textbox; in colors and lines, set transparency to 100 and turn off the border, if you like; in layout, choose In front of text wrapping). I'm having a hard time picturing it... good luck! Post back if you run into problems with the textbox or if it doesn't quite do what you want. -- Herb Tyson MS MVP Author of the Word 2007 Bible Blog: http://word2007bible.herbtyson.com Web: http://www.herbtyson.com "experimentalist" wrote in message ... I am writing a work of experimental ficiton. I want to convey the impression of two characters talking over each other, although saying the same thing. |
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Glad it worked out!
Cheers, -- Herb Tyson MS MVP Author of the Word 2007 Bible Blog: http://word2007bible.herbtyson.com Web: http://www.herbtyson.com "experimentalist" wrote in message ... Thanks so much! It worked beautifully. "Herb Tyson [MVP]" wrote: If I'm understanding you correctly, then a transparent textbox will probably do what you want (after inserting the textbox, right-click it and choose Format - Textbox; in colors and lines, set transparency to 100 and turn off the border, if you like; in layout, choose In front of text wrapping). I'm having a hard time picturing it... good luck! Post back if you run into problems with the textbox or if it doesn't quite do what you want. -- Herb Tyson MS MVP Author of the Word 2007 Bible Blog: http://word2007bible.herbtyson.com Web: http://www.herbtyson.com "experimentalist" wrote in message ... I am writing a work of experimental ficiton. I want to convey the impression of two characters talking over each other, although saying the same thing. |
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Answer: how to create overlapping text
Yes, it is possible to create overlapping text in Word 2003. Here are the steps to do it:
You should now see your text overlapping. You can adjust the font size and spacing to fine-tune the overlap effect. Keep in mind that this technique may not work well with all fonts and font sizes.
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