Quick summary
This tutorial shows you how to reduce the space between bullet points and text in PowerPoint by using the First-Line Indent Marker on the ruler. Adjusting the indent marker gives you precise control over bullet list spacing without changing your overall slide layout.
Steps
- Select the bullet list inside your PowerPoint slide canvas by highlighting the text you want to edit.
- On the ruler, drag the First-Line Indent Marker to the left to close the gap between the bullet and the text.
- Release the marker to apply the change — the space between the bullet and text will be reduced based on your adjustment.
