Inserting and formatting shapes

Inserting and formatting shapes in Power Point

Power Point is a tool often used to create slideshows, and one of its most important features is the ability to insert and format shapes. Shapes can be used to highlight important information, create diagrams, and more.

Inserting shapes

To insert a shape in Power Point, follow these steps:

1. Open the slideshow and select the slide where you want to insert the shape;
2. Click the "Insert" tab in the top menu;
3. Click on the "Shapes" option and choose the type of shape you want to insert;
4. Click and drag the mouse in the slide area to draw the shape;
5. To edit the shape, click on it and use the editing tools that appear in the "Format" tab of the top menu.

Formatting shapes

Once you insert a shape into Power Point, you can format it in several ways. Some of the formatting options available are:

• Change the fill color of the shape;
• Change the border color of the shape;
• Add shadow, reflection, and more effects;
• Change the size and aspect ratio of the shape;
• Add text inside the shape;
• Change text font, size and color.

To format a shape, follow these steps:

1. Click on the shape you want to format;
2. Click the "Format" tab in the top menu;
3. Use the available tools to change the fill color, border color, add effects, change the size, add text, and more.

With these tips, you will be able to insert and format shapes in Power Point easily and efficiently, making your presentations more dynamic and interesting.

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