In this short InDesign how-to video, Khara Plicanic reveals the difference between lining and old style numbers. Plus, she shows how to choose the numeral style you want from the Open Type menu or Glyphs panel.
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This article was last modified on February 5, 2026
This article was first published on February 5, 2026
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