Creating Borders for Cover Pages in Word

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Move on to Step 3.

To enhance the professional appearance when designing report covers, notebooks, we often add borders to the cover page. In this article, TechTipsSoftware.com will guide you on how to create borders for the cover page.

Step 1

A standard report typically has margin alignment as follows:

Adjusting margins helps ensure your printed and bound reports look neat and professional, avoiding any cramped or overlapped text. Following these specifications will enhance the appearance and standardize your reports.

Select the Layout tab, then click on Margins and choose Custom Margins.

A dialog box will appear; input the measurements for top, bottom, left, and right as shown in the image. Leave other parameters unchanged. Press OK to apply.

Top, bottom: 2cm. Left: 3cm. Right: 2cm.

Proceed to Step 2.

Once margins are set, click on the Design tab, then select Page Borders. You'll see the Borders and Shading dialog box:

Setting: Choose border style: shadowed, 3D, or design your own preferred style...
Style: Select border line type, here I choose a simple double line style.
Color: You can freely choose border color to match the main color of your cover page.
Width: Thickness of the border.
Art: Allows you to create borders with decorative patterns.
Apply different styles to each border as desired. For example, one style for top and bottom borders, another for left and right.
Select 'This section - First page only' to apply to the cover page you're designing. If not selected, the border frame will be created for all Word pages.

Move on to Step 3.

After adjusting the table settings, click on the Options button to modify the Borders and Shading options. Change Measure from to Text, and uncheck all boxes under Options.

Press OK, and you'll get the following result:

Then, design the cover page according to your preferences.

Alternatively, you can design decorative border frames by adjusting the Art section in the Border And Shading table.

The result is a beautifully decorated cover page with intricate border patterns.

With just a few simple steps, you can create a cover page border in Word according to your preferences. Mytour wishes you success!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the steps to create borders for report covers in Word?

To create borders for report covers in Word, start by setting custom margins via the Layout tab. Then, select the Design tab and click on Page Borders to choose your preferred border style, color, and width. Finally, adjust options in the Borders and Shading dialog to finalize your design.

How do I ensure my report covers look professional?

To ensure your report covers look professional, adjust the margins to standard measurements, typically 2cm for top and bottom, and 3cm for the left. Additionally, carefully choose border styles and colors that match the overall design to enhance the visual appeal.

Can I customize the border styles for different sides of the cover page?

Yes, you can customize the border styles for different sides of the cover page by selecting distinct styles for the top, bottom, left, and right borders in the Borders and Shading dialog box.

What should I do if the borders apply to all pages in my Word document?

If borders are applying to all pages in your Word document, ensure you select 'This section - First page only' in the Borders and Shading dialog. This will restrict the border to just the cover page.

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