How to Do Accent Marks in Microsoft Word
Looking for shortcuts so you don't have to hit the Help tab every time you need an accent mark? Look no further.
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You Will Need
- A computer
- A word that needs an accent mark
- Microsoft Word
Steps
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Step 1
Know your words
Know when an accent mark is required for a word you are using in your document. If you are unsure, consult a dictionary.
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Microsoft Word will automatically accent some words that require accent marks in English, but don’t rely on it to correct them all.
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Step 2
Highlight the letter
Highlight the letter requiring the accent mark. Click the Insert tab, and then click on Symbol.
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Step 3
Scroll
Scroll through the dialogue box that appears until you have located the letter-accent mark combination you want. Highlight it, and click Insert to add the character to your document. Then click Close to close the dialogue box.
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Step 4
Learn shortcuts on a PC
For accent marks you use often, learn keyboard shortcuts. On a PC, hold down the Control key, plus the letter A, C, E, I, O, U, N, or the tilde key, depending on the accent you want to add.
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Step 5
Learn shortcuts on a Mac
On a Mac, hold down the Alt key plus the letter A, C, E, I, O, U, N, or the tilde key, depending on the accent you want to add.
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Did you know? In Spanish, a main function of accent marks is to indicate exceptions to pronunciation rules.
