You can specify a default unit of measurement in Publisher, including inches, centimeters, picas, points, or pixels.
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Click File > Options > Advanced.
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Under Display, next to Show measurement in units of, select the unit of measurement you want to use.
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On the Tools menu, click Options.
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In the Options dialog box, click the General tab.
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In the Measurement units box, select the unit of measurement you want to use.
Note: Once you set a unit of measurement, you only need to type a number when you specify a measurement.