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How to Type Vertically in Adobe InDesign

Updated on:
April 6, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to type text vertically in Adobe InDesign.

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Here’s a simple and quick guide on how to type vertically in Adobe InDesign:

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  1. To type vertically in Adobe InDesign, go to the left toolbar and select the 'Type Tool' to create a text box.
  2. Select the text box and go to the Properties panel and, under the Character section, click the 'Rotate' (rotating arrow) icon. The text box will rotate 90 degrees.‍
  3. Enter your text and notice that it is now oriented vertically.

📌 Why this matters

Vertical text transforms your layout possibilities, letting you create eye-catching headers, sidebars, and navigation elements that break free from horizontal monotony. You can design magazine-style layouts with vertical callouts, create compelling poster designs, or add professional touches to brochures and reports.

Beyond aesthetics, vertical orientation solves real spacing problems when you need to fit text alongside images or in narrow columns. It's particularly valuable for multilingual projects where certain languages naturally flow vertically, giving you authentic typographic control.

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