Word 2010: Text Boxes

TL;DR

Learn how to use text boxes and WordArt to add customized and visually appealing elements to your documents.

Transcript

Sometimes you may want to place some text at a specific location on the page, and putting the text into a text box gives you the freedom to easily move it wherever you want. To create a text box, go to the Insert tab and then Text Box. There are a number of built-in text boxes that have preset formatting, but you can also create a plain text box an... Read More

Key Insights

• 💁 Text boxes give you the flexibility to place text anywhere on a page and format it as desired.
• 😃 By using WordArt, you can add effects, colors, and shapes to text, making it visually appealing and eye-catching.
• 👻 WordArt can be applied to text inside a text box, allowing for easy customization and movement of the entire element.
• 🪜 Text wrapping options can help maintain alignment and prevent other objects from shifting when adding WordArt.
• 🍱 Text effects, including transforms, can give text a unique appearance and stretch to fit the text box.

Questions & Answers

Q: How do you create a text box in a document?

To create a text box, go to the Insert tab and click on Text Box. You can choose from built-in text boxes with preset formatting or create a plain text box and format it yourself.

Q: Can you move a text box around the document?

Yes, text boxes are a type of shape that can be easily moved around. Just click on the edge of the text box and drag it to the desired location.

Q: How can you add effects to the text inside a text box?

Text boxes allow you to add WordArt effects to the text inside them. Convert the text into WordArt by selecting it and clicking on the WordArt option in the Insert tab. Choose a Quick Style and customize the colors, effects, and shape in the Format tab.

Q: When should you use WordArt in a document?

WordArt is best suited for fun and casual documents where you want to add energy and creativity. It may not be appropriate for more serious documents like resumes.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Text boxes allow you to easily move text to specific locations on a page and format it as desired.

• WordArt adds effects to text, making it stand out and giving documents a creative touch.

• Text boxes and WordArt can be used to create dynamic and energetic documents.