How to add a border in PowerPoint

Adding a border to your slides can give your presentation a polished and modern look. Follow these simple steps to insert a border using the “OKR Framework for Performance” presentation as an example.

Step 1: Select Your Slide

1. Choose the slide where you want to add the border.

Step 2: Insert a Shape

2. Go to the top menu and click on Insert > Shapes.
3. Browse through the shape options and select one that fits your slide. If it doesn’t fit perfectly at first, don’t worry—you can adjust it later.

Step 3: Customize Your Border

4. After adding the shape, customize its appearance:
   • Click on Shape Format in the top menu.
   • Under Shape Outline, adjust the thickness and style of the line.
   • Use Shape Effects to add enhancements like glow or shadows.

Step 4: Make the Shape Transparent

5. To make the shape a border only (without any fill), select the shape, go to Shape Format > Shape Fill, and choose No Fill. This will make the interior of the shape transparent, showing only the border.

Step 5: Copy the Border to Other Slides (Optional)

6. If you want to use the same border on other slides, simply copy the shape and paste it onto those slides.

Pro Tip: Add the Border to All Slides

If you want the border to appear on every slide, you can add it to the master slide:

1. Go to View > Slide Master.
2. Follow the same steps to insert and customize your border, but make sure you add it to the first master slide.
3. Once you’re done, close the Master View. Now, your border will appear on all slides.

How to Add a Border to a Picture in PowerPoint

Adding a border to a picture is a great way to highlight it and make your slide more visually appealing. Here’s how to do it:

Method 1: Use Pre-Made Styles

1. Select the picture you want to edit.
2. Go to the top menu and click on Picture Format.
3. Under Picture Styles, choose a pre-made border style that you like.

Method 2: Create a Custom Border

1. Select the picture again.
2. Click on Picture Format > Picture Border.
3. Choose the color, shape, and thickness for your custom border.

With these steps, you can easily add borders to your slides and pictures, making your presentation more attractive and engaging!

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