How can you increase the font size of selected text?

Increasing the font size of selected text can be effectively accomplished through the use of a specific keyboard shortcut. The shortcut Ctrl + Shift + > is a widely recognized command in many word processing applications that directly enlarges the text size incrementally with each press. This method provides a quick and efficient way to adjust font sizes without needing to navigate through menus or toolbars, enhancing productivity.

The other methods, while they may be able to adjust text size in certain contexts, are either less direct or not universally applicable. For example, using the mouse wheel typically scrolls through pages or zooms in/out rather than adjusting font size directly. Pressing F2 usually functions as a shortcut for renaming files or editing text in certain contexts but does not increase font size. Typing a larger font number may allow for specific adjustments but can be cumbersome as it requires knowing the exact size you want. The keyboard shortcut is considered the most efficient maneuver for immediate text size adjustments.