How to Curve Text in PowerPoint

Curving text in PowerPoint is useful if you're looking to create a circular logo, emphasize a title, or simply add some artistic elements. In this blog post, we step you through several options for how to curve text in PowerPoint.

Option 1: Curve Text in PowerPoint using Text Effects

Step 1: Insert a Text Box or WordArt

Open your PowerPoint presentation. Go to the Insert tab and select Text Box or WordArt from the Text section. Then click on the slide to place the text box or WordArt, and type in your desired text.

Step 2: Apply Text Effects

If using PowerPoint for PC:

Select the text box or WordArt on your PowerPoint slide. Go to the Format tab on the PowerPoint ribbon (or Shape Format tab if using WordArt).

Click on Text Effects in the WordArt Styles group. Hover over Transform to see the available options. Choose a curve style from the Follow Path section, such as Arch Up or Arch Down.

If using PowerPoint for Mac:

Select the text box or WordArt on your PowerPoint slide. Go to the Shape Format tab on the PowerPoint ribbon. Click on Text Effects. Hover over Transform and select a curve style from the Follow Path section.

Option 2: Curve Text in PowerPoint using Shapes

Step 1: Insert a Shape

Go to the Insert tab on the PowerPoint ribbon. Select Shapes and choose a circular shape (e.g., Oval), then draw the shape on your PowerPoint slide.

Step 2: Add Text to the Shape

Right-click the shape and select Add Text. Type your desired text inside the shape, then adjust the font size and style as needed.

Step 3: Curve the Text

Select the shape with the text. Go to the Format tab (or Shape Format tab if using a Mac). Click on Text Effects.

Hover over Transform and choose a curve style from the Follow Path section. The Follow Path options will curve the text to follow a similar curvature to the shape containing the text

Troubleshooting Tips for Curving text in PowerPoint

Tip 1: Text Not Curving Correctly in PowerPoint

• Ensure you have selected the correct text box or WordArt.
• Check that you are using the Transform options under Text Effects.

Tip 2: Text Overlapping or Misaligned

• Adjust the size of the text box or shape.
• Use the Yellow Handle to fine-tune the curvature and spacing of the text.

Tip 3: Text Not Displaying Properly

• Verify that your PowerPoint version supports the text effects you are trying to use.
• Update PowerPoint to the latest version if necessary.

We hope this guide has helped you to successfully curve text in your PowerPoint presentation.