How to fix "column width cannot be less than 1.27cm" error when reverting to Letter format in MS word

Jean Paul Nkundabose 100 Reputation points
2024-05-17T01:11:16.29+00:00

In MS Word, when changing from custom paper size to default letter format, I'm getting "column width cannot be less than 1.27cm" error. Any insights what could be the causes of this error and how to resolve it?

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  1. Jiajing Hua-MFST 11,780 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
    2024-05-17T06:30:31.9+00:00

    Hi @Jean Paul Nkundabose

    Please refer to S.Sengupta's suggestion, plus make sure apply your changes to whole document.

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  1. S.Sengupta 20,636 Reputation points MVP
    2024-05-17T02:07:06.8866667+00:00

    Go to the Layout tab.

    In the Columns section, click More Columns.

    In the Columns window, adjust the Number of columns to your preference. If you want to keep the same number of columns, you'll need to increase the Width value for each column slightly. Make sure the new width is at least 1.27cm.

    Click OK to confirm the changes.

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