How to Align Text in Adobe InDesign

Updated on:

April 6, 2026

By:

Madhav Bhandari

Use this interactive demo to learn how to properly align text in your Adobe InDesign documents.

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Here’s a simple and quick guide on how to align text in Adobe InDesign:

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To align text or a paragraph first highlight the content you want to adjust.
In the Paragraph section of the Properties panel, choose your preferred alignment: Left, Center, Right, or Justify. The content will update in real time.
Once the changes appear, the alignment has been successfully applied to your content.

📌 Why this matters

Text alignment shapes how readers move through your document and absorb information. Left-aligned text feels conversational and easy to scan, while centered text creates emphasis for headlines or callouts. Justified text gives formal documents a polished, book-like appearance.

Beyond aesthetics, alignment affects readability—poor alignment can make readers work harder to follow your content. Strategic alignment also establishes visual hierarchy, guiding readers from important headlines to supporting details, making your layouts more intuitive and professional.

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