Double-space for Dummies

Hey there! So, the word "double-space" is a term we use when we're talking about writing or typing. When we say "double-space," we're talking about the amount of space between lines of text. So, if you were to double-space a piece of writing, it means that you would leave a blank line between each line of text. Imagine if each line of text were a slice of bread and the double-space was like putting a second slice of bread on top of each slice. It creates more space between the lines, just like putting an extra slice of bread makes a sandwich taller.

Now, when we're talking about double-spacing in the context of writing something on a computer, it means using the formatting tools to adjust the spacing between lines. It's kind of like when you're typing a message on your phone and you want to leave a little bit of space before you start a new paragraph. You hit the "return" button multiple times to create that space, right? Well, in a word processing program like Microsoft Word, you can use the double-spacing tool to do that automatically for you.

So, when you're asked to "double-space" a paper or an assignment, it means to make sure there's a blank line between every line of text. It's a way to make the writing easier to read and understand, kind of like creating little resting spots for your eyes between the lines. And that's the basic idea behind double-spacing. I hope that makes sense! If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.