---
title: wideMargins
card_id: 88854
---

# wideMargins

`set [the] wideMargins of [ph:field] to [ph:trueOrFalse]`

The `wideMargins` property returns or sets whether HyperCard adds extra space between the edges of a field and its text (to make it easier to read). It corresponds to the Wide Margins check box in a Field Info dialog box.

The default value is false. 

## Examples

```
set the wideMargins of bkgnd field 2 to true
```

## Demo Script

```
on wideMarginsDemo
  set the wideMargins of me to false
  wait 2 seconds
  set the wideMargins of me to true
end wideMarginsDemo
```

## Related Topics

* [style](/HyperTalkReference/properties/style)