Last Updated on May 3, 2025 by SPOTKEYS
How To Insert a Horizontal Line in Word Online: Tips and Tricks
Microsoft Word is one of the most widely used word processing programs in the world. Whether you are a student, professional or just someone who needs to create documents, chances are you have used Word at some point. And if you use Word online, you may have noticed that there is no direct option to insert a horizontal line. But fear not, there is a simple trick to add this feature and customize it according to your needs.
In this blog article, we will show you how to insert a horizontal line in Word online and make it stand out with different colors and thickness options.
Step 1: Click on the “Insert” tab
To begin, open your document in Word online and click on the “Insert” tab at the top of the page. This is where you can find options to insert different elements into your document.
Step 2: Insert a table with all borders
Under the “Table” option in the “Insert” tab, select the “Table” option. A grid will appear where you can select the number of rows and columns you want in your table. For inserting a horizontal line, we will only need one row and two columns.
Before clicking on “Insert,” make sure to select the checkbox next to “Insert table with all borders.” This will insert a table with borders around each cell.
Step 3: Change border color to white
Once the table is inserted, all borders will be visible. To hide them and create a horizontal line, we need to change their color to white. Simply select all borders by clicking on the small square icon on the top left corner of the table and then click on the “Border color” option under “Table Design” at the top.
Step 4: Darken the bottom border
Now that all borders are white, we will make the bottom border stand out by changing its color to black. Click on the bottom border of the table and then select the black color under “Border color.” This will create a thin horizontal line at the bottom of your table.
Step 5: Customize thickness and color of the horizontal line
If you prefer a thicker horizontal line, you can easily change its width by clicking on the “Borders” option under “Table Design” and selecting a different width from the dropdown menu. You can also choose a different color by selecting “More Borders” and then clicking on the small arrow next to “Color” to see a variety of color options.
And there you have it, a customizable horizontal line in your Word online document!
This trick comes in handy when you want to create a professional-looking document with different sections or add some visual appeal. You can use it to separate text, add a signature line or create a divider between columns.
Tips:
- To adjust the length of the line, simply click on the handle on the right side of the table and drag it to your desired length.
- You can also insert multiple horizontal lines by inserting more rows in your table and following the same steps.
- Save time by using the “Format Painter” option to apply the same thickness and color to multiple lines.
Conclusion
although there is no direct option to insert a horizontal line in Word online, this simple trick allows you to achieve the same result with just a few clicks. Now you can add a professional touch to your documents and save time by creating customized horizontal lines. Have you tried this trick before? Let us know in the comments below. Happy writing!