In Word, graded/gradual numbering is a Multilevel List. You control it from the list settings.
- Move the numbering left
- Click anywhere in the numbered list.
- Go to Home > Multilevel List (or Numbering) > Adjust List Indents.
- Change:
- Number position / Aligned at (moves the number)
- Text indent (moves the text after the number)
- Make one level appear “below” the other (aligned correctly)
- Go to Home > Multilevel List > Define New Multilevel List.
- Select Level 1 / Level 2 / Level 3… and set each level’s:
- Aligned at
- Text indent at
- Follow number with: Tab
- If you want Level 2 to restart under Level 1, set Restart list after: Level 1