How to Insert Fractions in Word - Guide on inserting fractions in Word 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016

While drafting, you may want to insert mathematical formulas or simple calculations based on templates. This article below helps you insert mathematical formulas in various versions of Word: 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016

Method 1: Writing fractions using shortcut keys

Place the cursor where you want to write the fraction -> Enter the formula eq \f(9,10) note after eq there's a space:

Select all formulas by pressing the Ctrl + F9 shortcut, the inserted formula result will be enclosed in curly brackets:

Next step, highlight all formulas then press Shift + F9. If pressing Shift + F9 doesn't create fractions, press Alt + F9 twice. The result will be your written fraction:

Now you can quickly write fractions in Word. However, memorizing the formulas and steps to create fractions this way requires many actions. If you're working with many fractions, follow method 2 instead.

Method 2: Writing fractions using the Equation tool in Word

Step 1: Place the cursor where you want to write the fraction -> go to the Insert tab -> Symbols -> Equation -> Insert New Equation:

Step 2: In the formula input area, select Design -> Structures -> Fraction -> choose the format of the fraction you want to write:

Step 3: After selecting the type of fraction you want to create -> the display area shows the fraction format you've chosen, all you need to do next is enter the numerator and denominator for the created fraction:

To write the next fraction, place the cursor within the formula area -> repeat the process of selecting the fraction format:

You have successfully created the desired fractions:

If you want to adjust the size of the mathematical formula, simply select the entire formula -> go to the Home tab and change the size in the Size: section

Additionally, for each problem, you can choose different fraction formatting styles, there are 4 types:

For example, list the fractions that can use the 2nd formatting style:

Here are some methods to help you create fractions in Word 2016. The procedures are similar for versions 2007, 2010, and 2013. Wishing you success!