How to Set the Default Shape Style in PowerPoint 2013

PowerPoint enables you to set the default format of all shapes or text boxes you insert into your presentation. Every time you create a new shape or text box, it will take on the default format you have set, saving you time and effort.

1. Select the INSERT tab. Click on Text Box to add a new text box to your slide.
2. Once you have created your new text box, right click on it to format it. You can change the color, style, line width, etc.
3. Once you have formatted the text box, right click on it and select Set as Default Text Box from the context menu.

Now every time you add a text box, it will take on your default format. You can use the same steps to set a default format for normal shapes (Set as Default Shape) and lines (Set as Default Line).

• Slides and Objects
• November 19, 2014
• By Panos