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Add Signature Line Without X in Microsoft Word [How to]

Using the Text Box is the simplest way to do that

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Updated onNovember 4, 2024

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Many are wondering if is it possible to add a signature line in Microsoft Word without X, and in this guide, we’re going to answer this question and show you how to do that.

Why is there an X on the signature line?

This is a visual indicator, and it shows others where their signature needs to go.

How do I add a signature line on Word without the X?

How do I add a signature line on Word without the X?

1. Use Text Box

2. Use shapes

Keep in mind that with this method you won’t be able to add text easily below the line since you’ll need to adjust your formatting.

3. Use a horizontal line

How to remove X in digital signature in Word?

Unfortunately, it’s not possible to remove X in the digital signature, and you’ll have to rely on workarounds to create a signature line without X in Microsoft Word.

Keep in mind that these methods won’t work if you want to digitally sign the document. However, you work around this by signing the entire document instead.

Now that you know how to add a blank signature line in Word, which method will you be using? We suggest the text box since it allows the most control and it’s the most straightforward out of all options.

We also have a great guide on how toadd a signature in Microsoft Word, so don’t miss and learn how to properly sign your documents. To take your signatures to a new level, you can addmultiple signature lines in Microsoft Word.

We also have a guide on what to do if asignature line is greyed out in Microsoft Word, so don’t miss it. If you ever encounter problems with your signature, visit our latest article on theRecoverable signature message in Microsoft Word.

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Milan Stanojevic

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Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.

Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.

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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.