How to Type Text in a PowerPoint Slide

How To Type In A PowerPoint Slide

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May 25, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to add and format text on a PowerPoint slide.

Quick summary

Learn how to type text in a PowerPoint slide using a text placeholder or a custom Text Box inserted via the Insert tab. Once your text is added, use the Home tab to format font styles, size, and alignment to polish your presentation.

Steps

Select the slide where you want to add text.
Click inside a text placeholder and start typing.
If there is no placeholder, navigate to the Insert tab.
Click Text Box from the Insert tab options.
Click on the slide and type your text into the new text box.
Format your text using the Home tab to adjust font, size, or style as needed.

📌 Why this matters

Knowing how to type and format text in PowerPoint is a foundational skill for creating effective presentations. PowerPoint offers two primary methods — using built-in text placeholders or inserting a custom Text Box — giving users full flexibility over slide layout. The Home tab's formatting tools let users control font style, size, and alignment without leaving the editing view. Mastering these basics helps users build polished, professional slides faster and with greater confidence.

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