How to Flip a SmartArt in PowerPoint

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May 25, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to mirror a SmartArt graphic in your PowerPoint slide.

Quick summary

Flipping a SmartArt in PowerPoint requires converting it to shapes first, then using the Rotate menu to apply a horizontal or vertical flip. This workaround lets you mirror any SmartArt graphic without losing your slide design.

Steps

Select the SmartArt you want to flip inside the PowerPoint slide canvas.
Go to the top menu bar and click SmartArt Design.
Click the Convert option in the ribbon.
Tap Convert to Shapes to proceed.
Click Arrange under the Home menu.
Hover your mouse cursor over the Rotate option.
Click Flip Vertical or Flip Horizontal depending on your preferred orientation.
The SmartArt in your presentation will be flipped according to your chosen configuration.

📌 Why this matters

Flipping a SmartArt in PowerPoint is not straightforward because the built-in flip tool is disabled for SmartArt objects. This demo matters because it teaches users the only reliable workaround — converting SmartArt to editable shapes before applying a horizontal or vertical flip — saving time and preventing frustration. Knowing this technique gives PowerPoint users full control over graphic orientation, enabling more flexible and professional slide layouts. It is an essential skill for anyone who regularly builds visual diagrams and process flows in PowerPoint presentations.

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