In a recent update, Microsoft replaced the default fonts in Word from Calibri and Calibri Light to Aptos and Aptos Display. If these new fonts aren’t to your liking, you can easily switch back to Calibri or choose another font of your preference. Here’s how you can adjust the default fonts:
- Start by opening a new document in Microsoft Word and navigate to the “Home” tab.
- Look for the “Font” section and find the dropdown menu labeled “(body text).”
- Click on the dropdown arrow at the bottom right corner of the Font section to open the Font dialog box.
- Select your desired font under the “Font” tab and adjust the style and size as needed.
- Proceed to click on “Set as default” at the bottom left of the Font dialog box.
- In the prompt that appears, choose “All documents based on the Normal template” and confirm by clicking “OK” to apply the changes.
- Repeat these steps to set your preferred font for headings under the “(headings)” dropdown.
By following these straightforward steps, you can customize the default fonts for both body text and headings in Microsoft Word, ensuring your documents reflect your preferred style effortlessly.