Uploaded January 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Learn how to copy and paste formatting in Microsoft Word using the Format Painter. We will also use keyboard shortcuts to copy and paste formatting.

This tutorial was recorded in Word for Microsoft 365 for PC. These steps also apply to Word for Microsoft 365 for Mac (a.k.a., Word for Mac), Word 2024, Word 2021, Word 2019, and Word 2016.

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:34 What Is the Format Painter?
01:21 How to Copy and Paste Formatting with the Format Painter
03:22 How to Use Keyboard Shortcuts to Copy and Paste Formatting

📝 Companion Blog Post/Transcript for this Video
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How to Copy and Paste Formatting in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac)
erinwrightwriting.com/format-painter-in-microsoft-word

💻 Related Resources
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How to Use Microsoft Word (Playlist)
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTcwfTvXiBsjMtG6vRKB1jIV_pvfIdQjK

How to Use Word for Mac (Playlist)
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTcwfTvXiBsiERbFGLG604i1h490xRBdJ

💻 Please visit my blog at erinwrightwriting.com for more easy-to-follow tips on writing, editing, and document software.

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