Adding text to connector lines in PowerPoint 2016 is a straightforward process that helps clarify diagrams, flowcharts, and other visual representations. You can easily add and manage text directly on the lines connecting shapes.
The primary method involves double-clicking the connector line and typing your desired text into the box that appears.
Adding Text to a Connector Line
Follow these simple steps to add text to a connector line in your PowerPoint 2016 presentation:
- Double-Click the Connector: Locate the specific connector line on your slide and double-click it.
- Enter Your Text: A small text box will automatically appear centered on the connector line. Click inside this box and type the text you want to add.
Your text is now added to the connector line.
Editing and Positioning Connector Text
Once the text is added, you might need to adjust its position or orientation.
- Moving the Text: To move the text box along the connector line, click the yellow handle that appears near the text box when it is selected. Drag this handle to slide the text to a different spot on the line.
- Rotating the Text Box: If you need to rotate the text box itself, select it. According to the reference, you would go to the Home tab, find the Tools group, select Text Block, then select the text box, and finally drag the rotation handle to change its angle.
Quick Reference Table
Here's a summary of the steps to add and manipulate text on a connector line based on the reference:
| Step | Action | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Add Text | Double-click the connector line. |
| 2 | Type | Enter your text in the text box that appears on the line. |
| 3 | Move Text | Click the yellow handle and drag it to reposition the text along the connector. |
| 4 | Rotate Text | Select the text box. Go to Home > Tools group > Text Block, select the text box, and drag the rotation handle. |
Using text on connector lines enhances the readability and understanding of complex diagrams, making your PowerPoint presentations more effective.
