Text boxes may fit the bill for “ordinary” lines of text, but if you want to make specific text (such as titles) stand out, you’ll want to use Word Art. It comes with a wider range of customization tools, allowing you to emphasize key points and elevate the visual appeal of your presentation.
Now, you may be wondering, where is Word Art in Google Slides? It’s simple! Just open the “Insert” tab on the toolbar and look for “Word Art“— the ninth option from the top. From there, you only need to type your text and start editing!
Read on to discover how to add Word Art in Google Slides, along with a few tips to enhance your slide-making skills even further.
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How To Add Google Slides Word Art
Unlike Google Docs, where you must use the drawing tool to add Word Art, Google Slides offers a dedicated feature. Here’s how to add Word Art in Google Slides:
- Open your presentation on Google Slides.
- Click “Insert” and select “Word Art” from the drop-down menu.
A text box will appear where you can type the text you want to be in Word Art format.
- If you want your Word Art to have multiple lines of text, hit “Shift” + “Enter” after every line. After typing your text, press the “Enter” key on your keyboard.
- Your newly created Word Art will now appear on your selected slide.
Note: Alternatively, you can add Word Art in Google Slides using the drawing tool. This method is useful if you prefer working outside of Google Slides or if you want to keep all your Word Art files stored in your Drive.
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How To Edit Word Art in Google Slides
Now that you know how to create Word Art in Google Slides, it’s time to learn how to edit it! In the next section, we’ve compiled a few customization tips for Google Slides Word Art.
Changing the Word Art Font and Color
Google Slides uses Arial as its default font because it’s a basic, no-frills choice. However, if it doesn’t meet your design requirements, you can easily change it. Here’s how:
- Select your Word Art by clicking on it.
- On the toolbar, click on “Font.”
- Choose a font from the available options.
- To change the color of your Word Art, click on “Fill Color,” represented by a paint bucket icon.
- Select a color from the available options.
Tip: The top row of colors will display choices that go well with your Google Slides theme. You can choose from them to ensure that your Word Art color complements your color scheme. However, remember that you are not limited to these options so feel free to explore other color swatches that suit your style.
Resizing Word Art
While there isn’t an option to directly change the font size of your Word Art in Google Slides, you can easily resize it by dragging the corners inward or outward. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown of how to edit your Word Art:
- Select your Word Art by clicking on it.
- Click on any of the markers located at the corners of the Word Art.
- Drag the marker inward to make your Word Art smaller or outward to make it larger.
For more control over your Word Art’s appearance, you can use the “Format Options” function. Here’s how:
- With your Word Art selected, click “Format Options” in the toolbar. This will open the “Format Options” pane on the side.
- Select “Size & Rotation.”
- Adjust the desired size and scale for your Word Art. You may want to enable the “Lock Aspect Ratio” option to maintain the proportions of your Word Art.
Changing the Border Color
When you create Word Art in Google Slides, it automatically adds a solid black border to it. If you want to remove the border or change its color, follow these steps:
- Select your Word Art in Google Slides.
- Choose “Border Color” on the toolbar.
- Choose the “Transparent” option if you don’t want your Word Art to have a border.
- Alternatively, select another color from the available selection and click on it to apply.
Replacing the Word Art Border Style
If you’re not a fan of Google Slides’ default border style and want to modify the border style of your Word Art, follow these steps:
- Make sure your Word Art is selected, and then head to “Border Weight” on the toolbar.
- Select a border weight for your text, such as 2 pixels (px), 3px, etc. This will determine the line thickness that surrounds your text.
- To edit the border style or dash, select “Border Dash” on the toolbar.
- Choose any of the available options to apply it to your text.
How To Add Effects to Google Slides Word Art
Beyond colors and borders, you can also add fun effects to your Word Art. This makes your text more eye-catching, drawing your audience’s attention to key details.
How To Put a Picture Inside of Word Art
There’s no way to directly place a picture within Word Art; however, there is a clever workaround: Use a certain font. Here’s how:
- Open your Google Slides presentation.
- Go to “Insert” > “Word Art” to add your desired Word Art to the slide. Note: This trick only works if your Word Art has one line of text.
- With your Word Art selected, choose “Font” > “More Fonts.“
- Type “Zilla” in the search box.
- Select the “Zilla Slab Highlight” font to add it to your “My Fonts” list on the right side.
- Click “OK.”
- With your Word Art selected, expand the “Font” drop-down on the toolbar.
- Scroll down and select the “Zilla Slab Highlight” font. Click on it to apply it to your text.
- Enlarge your Word Art by clicking and dragging the corner markers outward while holding the Shift key on your keyboard.
- Select “Insert” > “Image” >“Search the Web” from the menu bar.
- In the pane that appears, search for an image you’d like to add to your Word Art.
- Click on the picture of your choice and select “Insert” to add it to your slide.
- Once the picture is on your slide, place it directly on top of your Word Art, click “Format Options,” and go to “Adjustments.”
- Move the “Opacity” slider to the left until you can see the Word Art under the picture.
- Resize and reposition the picture so it aligns with the Word Art.
- If the image is too large, you can crop it by double-clicking on it and adjusting the black markers on the top and bottom to align with the Word Art’s borders.
- Press “Ctrl” or “Command” + the arrow down key on your keyboard to move the picture to the back of the Word Art.
- Go to “Format Options” > “Adjustments.” Move the “Opacity” slider to the right (until it’s at 100% again).
- Select your Word Art and click “Fill Color” on the toolbar. Choose the color white or whatever your slide’s background color is.
- To remove your font’s border, go to “Border Color” beside “Fill Color.” Match it to your Fill Color.
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How To Add Gradient to Word Art
If solid colors don’t suit your design needs, why not add a gradient effect to your Word Art? To do this:
- Select your Word Art in Google Slides.
- Click “Fill Color” on the toolbar. Go to “Gradient.”
- Choose a gradient style.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Add a Reflection to My Word Art in Google Slides?
Yes. You can add a reflection to your Word Art in Google Slides. Here’s how:
- Select your Word Art.
- Go to “Format Options” > “Reflection.”
- Adjust the distance, size, and opacity settings according to your preferences.
Can You Arch Word Art in Google Slides?
As of this publication, you can’t create arched Word Art within Google Slides. However, you can use third-party tools to create curved text, such as Canva and Shutterstock Editor.
Simply save your arched Word Art as an image and insert it into Google Slides through the “Insert” > “Image” > “Upload From Computer” option.
Final Thoughts
By incorporating Word Art in Google Slides, you can add a creative flair to your slideshow. Additionally, you can direct your audience’s focus toward key points, making your presentation more memorable. Be sure to bookmark this article so you can master the art of Word Art in no time!
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