How to Set Vertical Type in InDesign
Learn how to set vertical—or stacked—type quickly and easily in InDesign with this tutorial that demonstrates two different methods.
In this InDesign how-to video, Khara Plicanic shows two quick and easy ways to set vertical—or stacked—type. The first method involves manually adding spaces to force a line break. The second method involves using the Type on a Path tool and accessing its extra options.
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This article was last modified on August 29, 2025
This article was first published on February 4, 2025
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