To resize a clip art image in PowerPoint, you simply click and drag one of the corner handles that appear around the image.
Steps for Resizing Clip Art
Resizing clip art in PowerPoint is a common task used to adjust the layout and appearance of your slides. Follow these steps to modify the size of your inserted image:
- Select the Image: Click on the clip art image you want to resize. Small squares, often called "handles," will appear around the image borders and corners.
- Locate Corner Handles: Find the handles located at the four corners of the image.
- Click and Drag: Click and drag one of the little squares that appear in the corners. This will change the size of the image as you drag.
- Maintain Proportion: To prevent the image from becoming stretched or squished, hold down the Shift key before you start dragging the corner to keep the image proportionate. Holding Shift ensures that the height and width change together at the same rate.
Important Consideration
It's important to note that depending on the file type, your image may become distorted if you make it bigger. This is particularly true for raster images (like JPEGs or PNGs) when enlarged significantly, as they can lose clarity and appear pixelated. Clip art, often being vector-based, might handle enlargement better, but the reference advises caution.
Using the Shift key during resizing is the best way to maintain the original look and feel of your clip art while adjusting its size on your slide.
