How to change the margins in latest version of numbers

Hi maryanne415,

Thanks for coming to Apple Support Communities for help today.

This page from the larger Numbers User Guide will help: Align text in Numbers on iPad

"You can adjust the amount of space between text and the text box or shape that contains it.

1. Tap a shape or text box, or select specific text.
2. Tap , then tap Text.
3. In the Margin section, tap  to decrease or increase the margin, or tap the margin size and enter a new value."

Have a fantastic day!