# Global Defaults

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The Global Defaults are the general formatting settings for your manuscript. Through this feature, you can modify various aspects such as font size, type, and headers.

You can find the option by clicking on ''Format'':

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Once clicked, a new window will show up, where you'll be able to see the many different options to set-up your preferred formatting settings. You can adjust line spacing, letter spacing, and paragraph spacing to suit your preferences. You also have the option to add new fonts to LivingWriter, providing further customization for your manuscript.

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