How To Indent In Confluence
- George Apostolov
How To Indent In Confluence: step-by-step guide
Place your cursor on the text or list item you want to indent.
Click the bullet icon dropdown in the toolbar.
Choose "Indent."
Alternatively, press the "Tab" key on your keyboard to quickly indent list items.
Quick answer: To indent text or list items in Confluence, place your cursor on the content, click the bullet icon dropdown in the toolbar, and choose Indent. Alternatively, you can press the Tab key on your keyboard to quickly indent list items.
About this Confluence tutorial
Easily format your lists and text in Confluence by using the toolbar bullet dropdown or pressing the Tab key. This guide shows how to indent In Confluence in 4 steps, starting with "Place your cursor on the text or list item you want to indent" and finishing with "Alternatively, press the 'Tab' key on your keyboard to quickly indent list items". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Confluence interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to indent In Confluence?
4 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Confluence data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Confluence. Related guides: How To Insert Code Snippet In Confluence, How To Insert Macro In Confluence and How To Insert Panel In Confluence. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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