This article explains how to use column breaks in Microsoft Word so that you can align text in a certain way, place something specific in a column, or space columns evenly. Instructions apply to Word for Microsoft 365, Word 2019, Word 2016, and Word 2013.
How to Insert a Column Break in Microsoft Word
A column break places a hard text break at the inserted location, similar to a page or section break. This causes the rest of the text to appear in the next column.
In a document with columns, place the cursor where you want to break the column.
On the ribbon, on the Layout tab, in the Page Setup group, select Breaks > Column.
