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How to Change the Slides to Poster Size in PowerPoint Online

Updated on:
June 8, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to resize your PowerPoint Online slides to poster dimensions.

Quick summary

To change slides to poster size in PowerPoint Online, open the Design tab, select Custom Slide Size, and enter your desired width and height values. This lets you format any presentation as a large-format poster directly in your browser without desktop software.


Steps

  1. Inside the slide canvas, go to the top menu bar and click Design.
  2. Find and click Slide Size in the ribbon.
  3. Tap Custom Slide Size to proceed.
  4. Enter your preferred poster dimensions by typing values into the Width and Height input fields, or adjust them using the spin buttons.
  5. Select your preferred Slide Orientation and Slide Scale.
  6. Click OK to apply the changes.
  7. Your PowerPoint Online slides are now set to poster size.

📌 Why this matters

Resizing slides to poster size in PowerPoint Online is essential for anyone creating large-format print materials, academic research posters, or event banners directly in their browser. PowerPoint Online's Custom Slide Size feature eliminates the need for desktop software, making professional poster creation accessible from any device. This capability is critical for students, educators, and marketers who need precise control over slide dimensions for print-ready output. Understanding this workflow helps users maximize the full formatting potential of Microsoft PowerPoint Online.
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