How to Position the Cursor to the Right of a Picture in Microsoft Office 365 Word

In previous versions of Microsoft Word, inserting a picture would automatically move the cursor to the right side of the image. However, this behavior has changed in Office 365, which has updated how images interact with text to provide more formatting flexibility. Here’s how to ensure the cursor is positioned to the right of the image:

Steps to Position the Cursor to the Right of a Picture

Insert the Picture: Click on the Insert Picture option.

Select Text Wrapping: Click on the picture to select it. A text wrapping dialog box will appear. This dialog offers several options for how the text will flow around the image.

Moving the Cursor: If you selected a wrapping style, click immediately to the right of the image. If you used the No Wrap or Square, the cursor should move there, as these options help position the text next to the image.

Keyboard Shortcuts: If the cursor doesn’t move as expected, you can use the Right Arrow key to move the cursor to the right of the image after selecting it. Alternatively, press Enter to create a new line and then click to the right of the image.

Why the Change in Behavior

Microsoft has updated how images interact with text in Office 365 to provide more flexibility in document formatting. The default behavior in older versions might not move the cursor to the right side of the image due to prioritizing the relative position of the image within the text flow.

Additional Tips

Consider Using Wrapping Options: Use the In Line with Text or Square options if No Wrap doesn’t give you the desired result.

Rescaling the Picture: Ensure the picture is not too large by resizing it before inserting.

Using Keyboard Shortcuts: Pressing the Spacebar a couple of times before inserting the picture can help position the paragraph breaks to the right of the graphic image.

Conclusion

While the behavior of the cursor has changed in Office 365, there are several methods to ensure the cursor is positioned to the right of the image. If you have specific formatting requirements, these tips should help you achieve the desired layout. For further assistance, feel free to ask!

Additional Reading: Explore Microsoft’s official guide on text wrapping for more detailed instructions and options.