Autofitting text in PowerPoint is a helpful feature that automatically adjusts the size of your text to fit within the confines of your text box. Here’s how you can do it:
- First, select the text box containing the text you want to autofit. You can do this by clicking on the border of the text box. When the text box is selected, you should see a solid line around it.
- Next, navigate to the “Format” tab in the PowerPoint toolbar at the top of your screen. If you’re not seeing the “Format” tab, make sure your text box is still selected.
- Under the “Format” tab, click on the “Text Box” button. This will open a dialog box where you can adjust the settings for your text box.
- In the dialog box, find the “Autofit” section. Here, you can choose how you want PowerPoint to adjust your text. There are two options: “Shrink text on overflow”, which will reduce the size of your text if it becomes too large for your text box, and “Resize shape to fit text”, which will enlarge the size of your text box if your text becomes too large. Choose the option that best suits your needs.
- Click “OK” to apply your changes. Your text should now be autofitted to your text box.
Please note that autofit is a useful tool, but it’s not always the best option for every slide. Too much text can make your slides look cluttered and challenging to read. It is generally a good practice to keep your text concise and to the point for maximum readability and impact.
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