How Do I Insert a 3D Cube in PowerPoint?

Inserting a 3D cube in PowerPoint is a straightforward process using the built-in 3D Models feature.

Simple Steps to Add a 3D Cube

You can easily add a 3D cube to your presentation slide by accessing the 3D Models library or inserting one from your computer.

Here's how to do it:

1. Navigate to the Insert Tab: In PowerPoint, go to the ribbon at the top of the window and click on the Insert tab.
2. Find 3D Models: Within the Insert tab, look for the 3D Models button. Click on it.
3. Choose Your Source: You will have two options:
   • From Online Sources: This allows you to search Microsoft's built-in library of 3D models.
   • This Device: Choose this if you have a 3D cube model file saved on your computer (e.g., in .fbx, .obj, .3mf, .ply, .stl, or .glb format).

Inserting a Cube from Online Sources

If you selected From Online Sources, follow these additional steps:

• A window will pop up displaying various 3D model categories and a search bar.
• In the search bar, type "Cube" and press Enter.
• Browse the results to find the specific 3D cube model you want.
• Select the cube model.
• Click the Insert button located at the bottom of the window.

PowerPoint will then download and insert the 3D cube onto your current slide.

Inserting a Cube from Your Device

If you selected This Device:

• A standard file explorer window will open.
• Navigate to the location on your computer where your 3D cube model file is saved.
• Select the file.
• Click the Insert button.

The 3D cube will appear on your slide.

Customizing Your 3D Cube

Once inserted, you can interact with the 3D cube just like any other object on your slide, but with added 3D capabilities:

• Rotate: Click and drag the 3D control handle (a circular icon with arrows) to rotate the cube in any direction.
• Resize: Use the corner and side handles to scale the cube.
• Move: Click and drag the cube to reposition it on the slide.
• Format: A new 3D Model tab will appear on the ribbon, offering tools to adjust views, add pan and zoom effects, apply 3D Model Styles, and change accessibility text.

Here's a quick summary table:

Step	Action	Detail
1. Go to Insert	Click the Insert tab	Locate the main ribbon in PowerPoint.
2. Click 3D Models	Select the 3D Models option	Found within the Insert tab.
3. Choose Source	Select From Online Sources or This Device	Access the built-in library or your local files.
4. Search/Select	Type "Cube" (Online) or select file (Device)	Find the desired 3D cube model.
5. Insert	Click the Insert button	Add the selected 3D cube to your slide.

Adding 3D models like a cube can add visual depth and engagement to your presentations.