Applying baseline shift


    Use Baseline Shift to move a selected character up or down relative to the baseline of the surrounding text. This option is especially useful when you're hand-setting fractions or adjusting the position of picture font.

    Type with different Baseline Shift values
    Type with different Baseline Shift values

To apply baseline shift:

    In the Character palette, type a numeric value for Baseline Shift Baseline Shift icon (or Vertical baseline shift icon for vertical text). Positive values move the character's baseline above the baseline of the rest of the line; negative values move it below the baseline.

    Tip iconYou can also use keyboard shortcuts to adjust baseline shift. For more information, see Keys for formatting type.