How to Make Bullet Points Not Indent in Google Docs (2024)

In this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to make bullet points not indent in Google Docs in just a few simple steps. Read on to learn more.

How to Stop Bullet Points From Indenting in Google Docs

Follow the steps below to stop bullet points from indenting on Google Docs.

1. Highlight the Bullet Points You Want to Fix

Select the bullet points that are indented and that you want to adjust. Ensure all text affected by the unwanted indentation is highlighted.

2. Click “View” and Open the Ruler

If the ruler is not visible, go to the top menu and click on “View,” then select “Show Ruler.” This will display the ruler, which you will need to adjust the indentation.

3. Drag the Indentation Markers to the Left on the Ruler

On the ruler at the top of the document, locate the two small blue triangle and rectangle markers on the left. The top triangle controls where the bullet point itself starts, and the rectangle controls where the rest of the paragraph aligns.

Drag both markers all the way to the left until they align with the left margin to remove the indent.

We hope that you now have a better understanding of how you can stop indenting bullet points in Google Docs. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our articles on how to make bullet points side by side in Google Docs and how to get empty bullet points in Google Docs.