Formatting the Essay
Margins
An equally important formatting setting in academic writing is keeping your margins at 1-inch (or 2.5 centimeters) all around. To check your margin settings, click on the icons shown in the image below:

- Step 1: Click on the “Layout” tab located at the top of your screen
- Step 2: Click on “Margins” to assess what your current setting is (it should be set to 1” or to 2.5 centimeters)