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The horizontal and vertical direction of text can be changed in Word 2007. In order to do this, the text must be contained in a text box or shape. First insert the text box or shape using commands on the Insert tab of the Ribbon. Select the text box or shape so that the contextual Format tab appears on the Ribbon. Click on the Text Direction tool in the Text group to see the three available rotation options. You may also want to consider removing the text box border or shape outline. To do this, use the Shape Outline options available in the Text Box Styles group on the contextual Format tab.