Make Graphics Line up More Precisely with Text

In the technical writing that I do, I find it helpful to include a picture of a toolbar icon when I refer to it. However, if I just copy and paste the icon into the line of text, the graphic usually appears higher than the text adjacent to it. To resolve this, I do the following:


1.            Select the graphic.

2.            On the Format menu, click Font, and then click the Character Spacing tab.

3.            Click Lowered in the Position box, and then specify how much space you want in the By box. Three points is usually enough for most small icons.

Editor's Note: To create a picture of a toolbar icon, use your favorite screen capture program or try the following:

1.            In an Office program, right-click the button you want an image of, and then click Customize on the shortcut menu.

2.            With the Customize dialog box open, right-click the button again, and then click Copy Button Image on the shortcut menu.

3.            Click Close.

4.            Paste the button image into your document.