Equations in Word

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Numbering and Cross-Referencing Equations

This procedure is based on a Microsoft article.

1. On a new line, insert a tab, then insert the equation, then insert another tab.
2. Choose Insert→Caption, and select Equation as the label type.
3. Click the New Label button and enter a ( and click OK.
4. Enter a ) after the caption and push enter.
5. Select the entire line of text & choose Table→Convert→Convert Text to Table.
6. Choose 3 columns & click OK.
7. Choose Format→Borders and Shading and click the none box.
8. Right-click on the cell containing the formula and choose Cell Alignment→Align Center.
9. Right-click on the cell containing the label and choose Cell Alignment→Align Center Right.