Uploaded September 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Learn how to set gutter margins in Microsoft Word. Gutters are extra spaces along the sides of pages that allow printed documents to be bound like a book or magazine. Without gutters, the text and images might be hidden in the binding.

This tutorial was filmed in Word for Microsoft 365. These steps also apply to Word for Mac (Word for Microsoft 365 for Mac), Word 2021, Word 2019, Word 2016, and Word 2013 (PC only).

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:54 How to Set Gutter Margins
02:43 Conclusion

📝 Companion Blog Post/Transcript for this Video
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How to Set Gutter Margins in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac)
erinwrightwriting.com/gutter-margins-in-microsoft-word

💻 Related Resources
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How to Adjust Page Margins in Microsoft Word
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How to Use Microsoft Word (Playlist)
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How to Use Word for Mac (Playlist)
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💻 Please visit my blog at erinwrightwriting.com for more easy-to-follow tips on writing, editing, and document software.

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