CHAPTER 4

Writing and Formatting Text

Although a picture speaks a thousand words, sometimes you will want to put actual words on the slides you create. Legible formatting makes text easier to read, making your slides more effective. PowerPoint gives you the tools to change the font, size, color, and style of your text. Carefully chosen text formatting can completely change the look, feel, and mood of a presentation.

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Type and Edit Text on a Slide

Format Text Color and Style

Format Text Font and Size

Cut, Copy, and Paste Text

Format Bulleted Lists

Using the Spelling Check Feature

Using the Research Feature

Type and Edit Text on a Slide

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