What version of Word?

If Word 2000 or earlier, check the box for "Tabs and backspace set left
indent" on the Edit tab of Tools | Options.

If Word 2002 or 2003, check the box for "Set left- and first-indent with
tabs and backspaces" on the AutoFormat As You Type tab of Tools |
AutoCorrect Options.

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Suzanne S. Barnhill
Microsoft MVP (Word)
Words into Type
Fairhope, Alabama USA
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"Sarah" wrote in message
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My computer has turned off the automatic outlining. I cannot get the word
document to tab over to the next section of the outline. I need this
feature.
How to I get it back?