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How to Turn Off Bold Formatting Automatically in OneNote
Question details
The user wants to configure OneNote to automatically disable bold formatting when pressing Enter to start a new line.
- Product
- Microsoft OneNote
- Device & OS
- Windows 11
- Scenario
- Typing text with bold formatting and pressing Enter to start a new paragraph or list item.
- Observed behavior
- OneNote retains the bold formatting on the new line instead of automatically reverting to standard, unbolded text.
OneNote is designed to carry over the text formatting of the preceding text. While you cannot change this default behavior, learning quick formatting shortcuts will significantly speed up your note-taking.
Manually Toggle Off Bold Formatting
Use keyboard shortcuts or the ribbon menu to disable bold formatting, as OneNote does not support automatic formatting removal on new lines.
OneNote's default text behavior inherits the formatting from the character immediately preceding your cursor. Because there is no built-in setting to automatically revert to normal text upon pressing Enter, the most efficient workaround is to use quick keyboard shortcuts.
After pressing Enter to start a new line, immediately press Ctrl + B (on Windows) or Cmd + B (on Mac) to toggle off bold formatting before you begin typing.
Alternatively, navigate to the 'Home' tab on the top ribbon and click the 'Bold' (B) icon to un-highlight it, reverting your upcoming text to normal weight.
If you have multiple overlapping formats (like bold and italics), press Ctrl + Shift + N to instantly apply the standard Normal style to your new line.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I set OneNote to default to normal text on a new line?
No, OneNote does not have a built-in feature to automatically revert to normal text when you press Enter. It will always carry over the formatting of the previous word.
How do I clear formatting from existing text in OneNote?
Highlight the text you want to reset, and press the 'Clear All Formatting' button (the 'A' with an eraser icon) on the Home tab, or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + Shift + N.
Why is my OneNote text permanently bold?
You may have accidentally changed your default font settings. Go to File > Options > General, and check the 'Default font' section to ensure Bold is not selected as your default text weight.
