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Format Objects
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Images and shapes have some extra formatting options available in the Format Options pane.
Adjust Size and Position
- Select an object.
- Click Format options on the toolbar.
The Format options pane opens, displaying a list of categories.
- Click Size & Position.
- Customize the size and position options.
Now, you can adjust the size directly in the top two fields, or by adjusting the scale in the lower two fields.
- Adjust the values in the size and/or position fields.
You can also use this pane to move the image to a specific spot on the slide or rotate it a specific amount.
- Click Size & Position again to close the group.
Recolor an Image
- In the Format options pane, click Recolor.
- Click the list arrow in the Recolor group.
- Select a recolor option.
- Click Recolor again to close the group.
Adjust an Image's Appearance
- In the Format options pane, click Adjustments.
This is where you can adjust an image's transparency, brightness, and contrast.
- Click Adjustments again to close the group.
Apply Shadow or Reflection Effects
You can also apply shadow or reflection effects to images and shapes.
- In the Format options pane, click Adjustments.
