Changing Fonts

A font is a collection of alphanumeric characters that share the same typeface , or design, and have similar characteristics. Most fonts are available in a number of styles (such as bold and italic) and sizes. The size of each font character is measured in points (a point is approximately 1/72 of an inch). You can use any font that is installed on your computer on a worksheet, but the default is 10-point Arial.

Change Font, Font Style, and Font Size

Select a cell or range that contains the font you want to change.

Click the Format menu, and then click Cells .

Click the Font tab.

Select a font.

Select a font style.

Select a font size.

Select any additional formatting effects.

Click OK.

Did You Know?

Each computer has different fonts installed . Users with whom you share files may not have all the fonts you've used in a workbook installed on their computers.

Change Font and Font Size Using the Formatting Toolbar

Select a cell or range whose font and font size you want to change.

Click the Font list arrow on the Formatting toolbar.

If necessary, scroll to find the font you want to use, and then click it.

Click the Font Size list arrow on the Formatting toolbar. If necessary, click the Toolbar Options list arrow to display the button.

If necessary, scroll to find the font size you want to use, and then click it.

Did You Know?

You can tell the difference between a TrueType and printer font . A TrueType (outline) font is a font that uses special software capabilities to print exactly what is seen on the screen. A printer (screen) font is a font that comes only in specified sizes. If you are creating a worksheet for publication, you need to use printer fonts.

You can display font names in their font . Click the Tools menu, click Customize, click the Options tab, and then click to select the List Font Names In Their Font check box.