You can apply character styles to selected text.

In the the Edit tab of the ribbon, use the Style drop-down list to apply existing character styles.

If desired, use the Styles dialog to create new character styles or modify existing ones, which can then be applied using the Style drop-down list. See Create Character Styles.

Note: For simple modifications such as applying bold formatting to text, use the tools in the Font group of the Edit tab.  See the Overview of Character Menu help page for links to related instructions.

To apply a character style to text in a worksheet:

Select (by highlighting) the text to modify.

In the Edit tab of the ribbon, from the Style drop-down list, select an appropriate character style. All Maple character styles are preceded by the letter C. The selected text now reflects the attributes of the character style you have chosen.

(Optional) To remove the applied style, use Undo.