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How to insert bullet between words in a Word document

Author Xiaoyang Last modified

Adding bullets before text in Word is pretty straightforward. But what if you want to insert a bullet symbol between words on the same line? Here are two simple ways to do that.

Insert bullet between words in Word document by inserting symbol feature

Insert bullet between words in Word document by using shortcut keys


Insert bullet between words in Word document by inserting symbol feature

You can use Word's built-in Symbol feature to insert a bullet between words. Here's how:

  1. Place your cursor where you want to insert the bullet. Then go to "Insert" > "Symbol" > "More Symbols".
    More Symbols option on the ribbon
  2. In the "Symbol" dialog box, select the bullet symbol you want to use.
    Symbol dialog box
  3. Click "Insert". The selected bullet will be added between the words.
    Selected bullet inserted between words
    Tip: To insert the same symbol in another location, simply place the cursor where you want to insert it and click the "Insert" button again in the Symbol dialog.

Insert bullet between words in Word document by using shortcut keys

If you’re comfortable with keyboard shortcuts, you can also insert a bullet using an Alt code. Here’s how:

  1. Click where you want to insert the bullet, then press and hold the Alt key. While holding it, type the number that corresponds to the bullet symbol using your numeric keypad.
    SymbolAlt CodeDescription
    Alt + 0149 Standard bullet
    Alt + 8227 Triangular bullet
    Alt + 9702 White bullet
    Alt + 8231 Hyphenation dot
    · Alt + 0183 Middle dot
  2. Release the Alt key, and the bullet will be inserted.

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