How to Change Text Direction: RTL and LTR

Text Direction in Authoring Studio: Right to Left (RTL) and Left to Right (LTR)

Changing Text Direction: RTL and LTR

Text direction is important for different languages. RTL (right-to-left) is for languages like Arabic and Persian, where you read from right to left. LTR (left-to-right) is for languages like English and Spanish, where you read from left to right.

How to Adjust Text Direction

1. Put your cursor where you want to change the text direction.



2. Click on the Edit menu at the top left of the chapter editor.



3. From the menu, select Direction to RTL/LTR, depending on your text's needs.



FAQ(s)

1. What is the significance of text direction (RTL and LTR)?
Text direction, represented by RTL (right-to-left) and LTR (left-to-right), caters to languages with distinct reading orientations. RTL is used for languages like Arabic and Persian, where reading starts from right to left. LTR is applied to English and Spanish, where reading progresses from left to right.

2. How can I adjust the text direction in my document?
Follow these steps:
  1. Place your cursor at the position where you want to modify the text direction.
  2. Click on the "Edit" menu at the chapter editor's top left.
3. Does changing the text direction affect the content or formatting of the text?
Altering the text direction does not affect the content itself but changes the visual representation of how the text is displayed, catering to the reading orientation of the chosen language.

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