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# Changing the Weight of a Stroke

1. Click the [Selection tool](/adobe-indesign-basics-home-edition-macos/working-with-tools/drawing-and-type-tools.md) in the Toolbar.
2. Click a shape with a stroke. Selection handle will appear around the outside of the shape.
3. In the Control bar, use the Stroke weight drop-down menu to increase or decrease the weight of the stroke.