PowerPoint Class - 18th January 2022 | Working Shapes | Remove Picture Background...

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PowerPoint Class - 18th January 2022 | Working Shapes | Remove Picture Background | Crop a Picture into Shape

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Working with Shapes in PowerPoint

Introduction to Working with Shapes:
Shapes are versatile visual elements in PowerPoint that allow you to illustrate concepts, add emphasis, and create engaging designs in your presentations. In this lesson, we'll cover the basics of working with shapes, from adding and formatting to arranging and aligning them effectively.

Step 1: Adding Shapes to Slides:

Open your PowerPoint presentation or create a new one.
Navigate to the slide where you want to add a shape.
Go to the "Insert" tab in the PowerPoint ribbon.
Click on the "Shapes" button in the "Illustrations" group.
Choose a shape from the dropdown menu, such as rectangles, circles, arrows, and more.
Click and drag on the slide to draw the shape. It will appear with placeholder text.
Step 2: Formatting Shapes:

With the shape selected, you'll see the "Format" tab in the ribbon.
Explore formatting options like Fill, Outline, Effects, and Shape Styles:
Fill: Change the color or add gradients, pictures, or patterns to the shape.
Outline: Adjust the color, weight, and style of the shape's outline.
Effects: Apply shadows, reflections, glows, and more to enhance the shape's appearance.
Shape Styles: Quickly apply predefined styles to the shape.
Step 3: Resizing and Rotating Shapes:

Click on a shape to select it.
Hover over the handles at the edges and corners to resize the shape.
Click and drag the rotation handle at the top to rotate the shape.
Step 4: Arranging and Aligning Shapes:

Select the shapes you want to arrange or align (hold down Shift while clicking on shapes).
Go to the "Format" tab, and find the "Arrange" group:
Bring Forward/Backward: Change the order of overlapping shapes.
Align: Choose from options like Align Left, Align Center, Align Right, etc.
Distribute: Evenly space shapes horizontally or vertically.
Group/Ungroup: Combine shapes into a single object or break them apart.
Step 5: Grouping and Combining Shapes:

Select the shapes you want to combine (hold down Shift while clicking on shapes).
Go to the "Format" tab, and in the "Arrange" group, click "Group" or "Combine Shapes":
Group: Combine shapes into a single group that can be moved and resized together.
Combine Shapes: Merge shapes to create custom shapes (Union, Subtract, Intersect, etc.).
Step 6: Copying and Duplicating Shapes:

Select the shape you want to copy.
Press "Ctrl" + "C" to copy and "Ctrl" + "V" to paste the shape.
You can also use the "Duplicate" option under the right-click menu.
Step 7: SmartArt Graphics (Optional):

If you want to convey processes, hierarchies, or relationships, consider using SmartArt Graphics.
Go to the "Insert" tab, click on "SmartArt," and choose a graphic type.
Enter your content in the SmartArt placeholders.
Step 8: Save and Review:

Save your presentation to retain the changes you've made to the shapes.
Review the slide to ensure that the shapes are visually appealing and effectively convey your message.
Conclusion:
Working with shapes in PowerPoint allows you to enhance the visual appeal of your slides and effectively communicate ideas. By mastering the art of adding, formatting, arranging, and aligning shapes, you can create impactful and professional presentations that captivate your audience.
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