How to Change Text Formatting in PowerPoint

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Watch this short lesson to learn how to change the font and font size of text in a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation.

What You Will Learn

  • How to select text before formatting it

  • How to change the font

  • How to change the font size

  • Where to find text formatting options in PowerPoint

Understanding Text Formatting

Text formatting changes the appearance of text on your slides. For example, you can choose a different font or make the text larger or smaller to improve readability or emphasize important information.

Before you can change the formatting of text, you must first select the text you want to modify. Most text formatting options are located on the Home tab.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Highlight the text you want to change.

  2. Select the Home tab.

  3. Choose a font from the Font drop-down menu.

  4. Select a font size from the Font Size menu.

  5. Review how the formatting changes the appearance of the text on your slide.

Why This Is Useful

Changing the font and font size helps make your presentation easier to read and more visually appealing. Clear, consistent formatting also helps your audience focus on the information you are presenting.

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