Make a two-column publication in Publisher

Applies To
Publisher for Microsoft 365 Publisher 2021 Publisher 2019 Publisher 2016 Publisher 2013

The best way to create a well-designed two-column publication in Publisher is to start with a template.

You’ll find Publisher templates on the Start page that appears when you open Publisher. You can also get to the Start page anytime by clicking File > New.

If you still want to make a two-column brochure from scratch, follow these steps.

  1. Click File > New, and click a blank publication.
    File New
  2. Click Insert > Draw Text Box, and draw a text box that goes to the margins of the page.
    Draw Text Box
  3. Make sure the text box is selected and click Text Box Tools Format > Columns > Two Columns.
    Create two column publication
    Type text and insert graphics to complete your two-column publication.