Students will use shapes to create visual elements on the yearbook page. They may even use shapes to create original artwork. To learn more about creating original artwork using shapes, please visit Shapegram.com.
Insert a Shape
- Click the circle and square on the toolbar.
- Select the Shapes arrow.
- Select your choice shape.
- Click, drag, and release to make the shape.
Insert a Symmetrical Shape
- Click the circle and square on the toolbar.
- Select the Shapes arrow.
- Select your choice shape.
- Hold the SHIFT key as you click, drag, and release to make a symmetrical (aka "perfect") shape.
Change to a Specific Size
- Click on the object.
- If necessary, select the three dots.
- Click Format options.
- In Size & Rotation, type the specific Width and Height.
Practice Color Collage
- Google Slides: Shape Tools by Patrick Green
- Google Slides Tutorial: Creating and Formatting Basic Shapes by LEARN NOW
- Making "Perfect" Shapes in Google Slides by Mike & Megan
- Change Shape Border Styles in Google Slides
- Google Slides Tutorial: Create Custom Arrows
Hidden Shapes in Google Slides by Mango's Slides
MORE VIDEOS
- Google Slides: Text box, Shapes, and Fonts by Google Junior Training Series
Circle Panda Shapegram → Tutorial Video Preview by Tony Vincent
WEBSITES
- Add Pictures and Shapes by GFC Global
- Insert and Edit Shapes by CustomGuide
ADD-ONS
- addpicto (90 Day Free Trial; $40 a year)
Color
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Updated September 24, 2022