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How do I insert a symbol for more or less -- the stacked "+" and "_" characters?
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In Word, choose Insert>Symbol>More Symbols. In the Character code field, type 00B1 to get a plus sign with a minus below it. If you are using a font like Cambria Math, you can also type in 2213 to get a minus sign with a plus below it.
Dear respected HILL SLOWINSKI,
Good day! Thank you for posting to Microsoft Community. We are happy to help you.
As per your description, in Microsoft Word, used a pre-defined shortcut key:
Type 00b1 and immediately press Alt+X to insert the symbol: ±
Also, click on Insert tab>click on Symbol> More Symbols>under Subset: select Latin-1 Supplement from drop down List.
Appreciate your patience and understanding and thank you for your time and cooperation.
Sincerely,
Waqas Muhammad
Hi respected HILL SLOWINSKI,
I'm writing a follow up this case, and I haven’t received any information from you, may I know have you checked reply? Feel free to post back if you need further assistance.
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Sincerely,
Waqas Muhammad