How to Make Custom Shapes in Google Slides

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May 5, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to draw custom shapes in Google Slides using lines and curves.

Quick summary

Google Slides lets you create custom shapes using built-in line tools like Polyline, Curve, and Scribble — no third-party software needed. This tutorial walks you through the exact steps to insert, draw, and position a freeform shape on any slide.

Steps

Open your presentation in Google Slides.
Navigate to the slide where you want to add the custom shape.
In the menu bar, click Insert and hover over Line to see shape options including Polyline, Scribble, and Curve.
Draw your custom shape on the slide — click to place bend points for Curve or Polyline, or drag freely with Scribble.
Resize or move your custom shape to the desired position on the slide.

📌 Why this matters

Creating custom shapes in Google Slides gives presenters full creative control over their slide design without needing external graphic tools. The built-in Polyline, Curve, and Scribble line tools make it easy to draw any freeform shape directly inside a presentation. This feature is especially valuable for educators, designers, and business users who want unique visuals that go beyond standard shape libraries. Mastering custom shapes in Google Slides helps users produce more engaging, professional-looking presentations faster.

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