Creating and formatting text in Google Slides

You have entered the world of Google Slides and want to take your presentations to the next level? Text formatting is a crucial factor in giving your text more expression and clarity. This guide shows you in detail the possibilities you have in Google Slides to effectively format your text. Whether you want to apply bold text, italicized font, or various alignments – this step-by-step guide gives you the necessary tools.

Key Takeaways

• In Google Slides, you can format text in bold, italics, and underline.
• The choice of text alignment influences the overall look of the presentation.
• Line spacing can be adjusted to improve readability.
• Customized spacing increases flexibility in text design.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Formatting in Bold and Italic

To highlight your text, start by choosing the text you want to format. Select the desired section and in the top menu, click on the B for bold. Alternatively, you can also use the shortcut Ctrl + B. For italicized font, again choose the selected portion and click on the I or use the shortcut Ctrl + I. This way, you can easily switch your text between normal, bold, and italic.

2. Underlining and Highlighting

In addition to bold and italic fonts, you can underline your text. Select the text again and click on the U in the menu or use the shortcut Ctrl + U. Another useful tool in Google Slides is the ability to highlight text. This involves changing not the font color, but the background color of a selected text. Choose a color, e.g. Yellow, to highlight the text. This is particularly useful when you want to give feedback to someone on your team.

3. Adjusting Text Alignment

The alignment of your text can be crucial for the appearance of your presentation. When the text is aligned to the left, you have several options: you can center it, align it to the right, or justify it. To change the alignment, select the entire text, go to the alignment option in the menu bar, and adjust it. This way, you can ensure that the spacing on the left and right sides are equal, creating a harmonious overall look.

4. Changing Line Spacing

Line spacing can significantly impact the readability of your text. Either go to the line spacing option in the menu bar or use the shortcut Ctrl + A to select all the text. You can now define whether you want a spacing of 1.15, 1.5, or even double spacing. Experiment with these options to find the optimal spacing for your presentation.

5. Inserting Custom Spacing

To further adjust the layout of your presentation, you can add custom spacing for paragraphs. You have the ability to define spacing before and after paragraphs. Select the desired paragraph and choose the "Space before paragraph" or "Space after paragraph" option. Here, you can also enter custom spacing in points to achieve the perfect layout for your presentation.

6. Using Bullets and Numbering

Another helpful tool is bullet points and numbering. You can use not only numbers but also symbols and letters. Simply go to the bullet point options in the menu bar and choose the desired representation. You can use dots, numbers, or custom symbols to present information clearly and attractively. Make sure the text is appropriately indented for a consistent appearance.

7. Removing Formatting

Sometimes it is necessary to remove the formatting of text to return to a uniform format. Select the text you want to reset, go to the menu bar, and click on the button for "Remove Formatting." This should delete all formatting and give you clear text without any special features.

Summary

In this guide, you have learned how to effectively use the various text formatting options in Google Slides. By making your text bold, italic, or underlined, adjusting the alignment and line spacing, as well as using bullet points and numbering, you create engaging and clearly understandable presentations.