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How to Crop an Image into a Circle in Google Slides

Crop a Picture into a Circle in Google Slides Using Crop to Shape

by Avantix Learning Team | Updated August 1, 2021

Applies to: Google Slides ® (Windows or Mac)

You can achieve some interesting effects by cropping an image into a shape in Google Slides. However, if you want to crop an image into a circle, you'll need to use a few tricks.

To crop an image into a circle, you'll need to:

• Crop the image to a square
• Change the square to a circle
• Adjust if necessary

You can also adjust an oval into a circle as an alternative method.

Recommended article: How to Crop a Picture in PowerPoint (4 Ways)

When you crop an image, the image will appear in crop mode with two sets of handles (black crop handles and square blue sizing handles):

Step 1: Crop an image to a square

There are 4 ways to crop an image in Google Slides:

• Using the menu
• Using the Crop command on the Toolbar
• By right-clicking
• By double-clicking

To crop an image into a square in Google Slides using the menu:

• Select the image on the slide.
• Click Format in the menu, select Image and then Crop Image. The image appears in crop mode.
• Drag the black cropping handles to create a perfect square (it's usually best to use a corner cropping handle).
• Drag the square blue sizing handles to resize the image within the cropped area (it's usually best to use a corner sizing handle).
• Drag the image within the cropped area to the desired location.
• Click outside the image to exit crop mode.

The following menu appears with you select Format > Image > Crop Image:

To crop an image into a square in Google Slides using the Crop command on the Toolbar:

• Click Crop on the Toolbar. The image appears in crop mode.

The Crop command appears in the Toolbar when an image is selected:

To crop an image into a square in Google Slides by right-clicking:

• Right-click the image on the slide. A drop-down menu appears.
• Click Crop Image. The image appears in crop mode.

The following menu appears when you right-click an image:

To crop an image into a square in Google Slides by double-clicking:

• Double-click the image on the slide. The image appears in crop mode.

Step 2: Crop the image into a circle

The next step is to crop the image into a circle.

To crop an image into a circle in Google Slides using the Crop command on the Toolbar:

• Click the arrow beside Crop in the Toolbar. A drop-down menu appears.
• Select Shapes and then click the oval shape in the Shapes Gallery.
• If the cropped area does not appear to be a perfect circle, double-click the image and drag the crop handles until it appears as a circle.

You can create some really interesting effects in your presentation when you try cropping to a shape.

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The beauty of a presentation lies in how well it is presented pictorially. Thankfully, Google Slides offer many native features to edit images . One of the interesting things you can do is crop an image into a circle, square, or any other shape in Google Slides, just like PowerPoint . That way each picture will get its true respect. But how to make images circular in Google Slides? Keep reading to find out.

In this post, you will learn how to make images circular in Google Slides on PC, Android, and iPhone. You can do it with the help of the Crop to Shape or Masking feature. Let’s get started.

Crop a Picture Into a Circle in Google Slides on a PC

You can make an image circular or with rounded corners by cropping it. There are two ways to crop a picture into a circle in Google Slides.

Method 1: Using Crop to Shape Directly

Step 1: Open the desired presentation in Google Slides.

Step 2: Click on Insert in the top bar and select Image from the menu. Add the picture that you want to crop into a circle from your PC or get it online.

Step 3: After adding the image, click the small down arrow next to the Crop icon in the toolbar at the top. Make sure your image is selected first before you click on that button.

Step 4: Select Shapes from the menu. The available shapes will show up. Select a Circle shape from the list.

Step 5 : Your image will be cropped into a circle or oval shape depending on the picture’s aspect ratio.

If you don’t like how the circular image looks, adjust its size by dragging it inwards using one of the tiny square boxes present on the longer sides of the image border. That way the entire image will be filled into the circle shape.

Step 6: If, however, you want to have only a part of a picture inside the circle, skip step 5, instead press anywhere outside the circular image. Then, double-click on the circular image.

Step 7: A black border will appear around the image. Drag the image inwards using the highlighted black bars to make a circular image. Press the Enter button.

Step 8 : Double-click again on the picture and move the image using your mouse to fit the desired portion inside the round area.

Step 9: Press the Enter button to have a cropped circular picture in Google Slides.

Tip : Learn how to add a border to a circle in Google Slides.

Method 2: By Changing Aspect Ratio First

Another way to crop an image into a perfect circle or round shape is by changing its aspect ratio first and then cropping it into a shape.

Step 1 : Insert the desired image in your slide in Google Slides.

Step 2 : Then, select the image and make your image square using the tiny blue boxes.

Step 3: Once you have a square-shaped image, click on the image to select it. Then, click on the down arrow next to the Crop icon in the toolbar.

Step 4: Select Shapes followed by Circle. Congratulations! You have successfully cropped an image into a circle in Google Slides.

Tip: You can also crop the picture in a square shape first and then use the circle shape to get a round picture.

Also Read : How to add links in Google Slides .

Crop an Image Into Circle in Google Slides on Android and iPhone

Follow these steps to make an image circular in Google Slides on an Android or iPhone:

Step 1: Launch the Google Slides app on your phone.

Step 2: Open the slide containing the picture that you want to make circular.

Step 3: Tap on the picture to select it. Then, press the Crop icon at the bottom followed by the Mask icon.

Step 4: Select a Circle shape from the list of shapes under the Basic tab.

Step 5: Using the black bars around the image, adjust the picture to get a circular image. Tap anywhere outside the picture to save it.

Step 6: To adjust what shows inside the circle, double-tap on the circle and move the image to keep the desired portion inside the circle. Your circular image is ready in Google Slides.

Tip: Know how to crop an image into a circle in Google Docs.

FAQs About Cropping an Image Into Circle Shape

Google Slides doesn’t offer a native way to fill a shape with an image. You can only fill it with a solid color or gradient. However, you can use a workaround to fit an image in shape .

You cannot crop multiple images in Google Slides.

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That’s it! We hope this guide helped you make images circular in Google Slides. They can come in handy to make your presentation more personalized without opting for third-party tools. Also, learn how to animate objects in them or add GIFs in Google Slides .

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This is the easiest way to crop an image into a variety of shapes. Here’s how you can do it:

How to Crop a Picture into a Circle in PowerPoint by Filling a Shape with It

In the previous option, you imported the image, then changed its shape. Here, it’s the other way around. You create a circle first, then insert your image into it. It might sound a bit complicated, but it really isn’t. Let’s take a look:

Remember to press “Enter” or click outside the image, when you are done with all the editing.

How to Crop Several Images into a Circle in PowerPoint

What if you have more than one image on a slide and you want to crop all of them into a circle? This isn’t difficult, either. In fact, you’ll need to use the method that was already shown to you above. But there are a couple of changes. This is how you can do it:

While all of the images are selected, you’ll be able to reposition and resize them with your cursor as a group. If you want to make one image smaller and the other one bigger, you will need to deselect them. Next, select one of the images, edit it, then select the other image and edit it, too. All the tweaking should be done on each image separately.

A Faster Way to Crop Pictures into a Circle

Cropping a picture into a circle in PowerPoint is quite straightforward and uncomplicated; unlike, say, in Photoshop . This software is easy to comprehend and master, and at the same time it’s rather powerful. It doesn’t matter if you are a beginner or a pro, you’ll still be able to get good results within minutes. If all you need is to crop a single picture into a circle in PowerPoint, then there’s a high chance that you won’t really need any alternatives.

However, presentations usually consist of multiple slides. What if you need to crop pictures on every single slide? What if some slides have only one image, while others – several images, and all of them has to be cropped? In PowerPoint, you won’t be able to select all the images in your presentation, then crop them in one go. You’ll have to repeat the entire cropping process for each slide separately. This might be quite tedious and time-consuming.

Fortunately, there’s a quicker way to crop images into a circle. You can use Watermarkly for that!

Watermarkly is an app that works in a browser and supports batch-processing. You won’t have to download and install it, so it won’t take up any of your device’s memory space.

Unfortunately, Watermarkly doesn’t support the format of PowerPoint presentations. Therefore, you won’t be able to upload your presentation into the app and do all the necessary editing. However, there’s a solution to this problem. You can simply crop images into a circle before you import them into your presentation.

The biggest advantage that Watermarkly has over PowerPoint is batch processing. You can upload as many images into the app as you need and crop them into circles, rectangles and squares in one go. Another benefit of Watermarkly is that you will get a circle-shaped cropping area right away without changing any aspect ratios; no matter if you upload a square image or a rectangular one.

You can crop images in a single batch differently. For instance, you can crop some images into a circle and other images into a square. What’s more, you can duplicate an image while you are in the app, then crop it in a different way. To put it simply, you can crop one and the same image into a circle and a rectangle within a few clicks. Then you can see which version will look better in your presentation.

With Watermarkly, you can crop a batch of images, then simply insert them into the slides of your PowerPoint presentation. It will definitely take you less time and effort than if you had to crop images on each slide separately.

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In this article, we’ll walk through four easy methods to crop pictures into circles in PowerPoint. By the end, you’ll have the skills to customize your presentation images with circular frames.

Method 1: Use the Crop Tool

The fastest way to crop an image into a circle in PowerPoint is by using the native crop tool. Here are the steps:

• Insert the image you want to crop onto a PowerPoint slide.
• Select the image and go to the Picture Format tab.
• Click Crop and choose Crop to Shape .
• Select the oval shape under the crop area.
• Click and drag the circular crop area to frame the part of the image you want to keep.
• Adjust the size as needed, then click the Crop button above the image.

The oval crop feature allows precise control to highlight the most important visual elements in your picture. And best of all, it only takes a few clicks.

Method 2: Insert Circular Picture Placeholders

Instead of cropping images after insertion, you can add circular picture placeholders to your slides first:

• Navigate to the Insert tab in the PowerPoint toolbar.
• Click Picture and select Picture Placeholder .
• Choose one of the circular picture frames from the placeholder options.
• With the placeholder inserted, head to the Insert tab again.
• Select Pictures and choose the image from your computer to fill the circular frame.

Following this process, your images will automatically conform to the circular placeholders without needing to crop manually. It’s a quick way to ensure all your pictures share the same consistent shape.

Method 3: Use the Oval Shape Tool

If you want boundless control over the exact size and layering of circular images, the oval shape tool is an excellent option:

• Insert your chosen graphic onto a PowerPoint slide.
• Select the oval shape tool from the Insert tab.
• Draw an oval shape that overlaps the image where you want the circular crop.
• Right click the oval and choose Send to Back to layer it behind the image.
• With the oval selected, go to Shape Format and change the shape fill to no fill.
• Then change the shape outline to no outline.

The oval will now function as a virtual circular photo cropper you can resize and layer however you like. Use this method when you need to crop multiple images to custom dimensions.

Method 4: Combine Shapes

The final technique uses PowerPoint’s shape combine feature. Here’s how to do it:

• Insert your image onto a slide.
• Add a circle shape from the Insert tab overlapping the part of the graphic you want to isolate.
• Make sure the circle is in front of the image in the layer order.
• With the circle selected, go to Shape Format and select Merge Shapes .
• Choose Subtract from the menu.
• Delete the leftover image fragments outside the circular shape.

This leaves you with a cleanly cropped graphic fitted precisely into the circular frame. Use shape combining when you want to trim images to irregular dimensions beyond standard shapes.

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Adding circular cropped images makes presentations look clean and professional at a glance. With PowerPoint’s built-in tools, it’s simple to highlight the most vital visuals from your pictures.

The methods above provide options for every use case, whether you need speed, consistency across slides, precision control, or customizability.

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How To Make a Picture a Circle in Google Slides [Easy Guide]

• Last updated July 3, 2023

Tired of the usual rectangular or square-shaped images in your presentations? Why not learn how to make a picture a circle in Google Slides instead?

To crop an image into a circle, simply select the image you wish to work with and click the “ mask image ” icon (in a downward arrow) next to the “ crop ” icon. Choose the oval shape from the drop-down menu, adjust it, and press “ Enter .”

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Easy Ways to Make a Picture a Circle in Google S lides

Making a “circle crop image” can add a visually appealing touch to your presentation and enhance its overall design. Here’s how to do it:

• Open your Google Slides presentation  and navigate to the slide where you want to insert the picture.
• Select “Insert” > “Image”  from the drop-down menu.
• Choose an image source from your computer, the web, your Google Drive, or your Google Photos account.

• Once inserted, click on the file. You should see a blue border around the image, indicating it’s selected.

• Select “Format” > “Image” > “Crop Image”  from the drop-down menu. You can also click the “ Crop ” icon on the top toolbar.

• Alternatively, just double-click on the photo to display the cropping grips.
• Crop the image to a 1:1 ratio by adjusting the grips on the sides.

• Click outside the image to save your crop changes.
• Click the drop-down arrow (i.e., the “Mask image” option) beside the crop icon in the toolbar.
• From the “ Shapes ” menu, select the oval shape. When you click on it, your image will instantly transform into a perfect circle.

• Once you’re satisfied with the positioning, press “ Enter”  to finalize the circular crop.

That’s it! You’ve successfully cropped an image into a circle. Repeat these steps for any other images you want to reshape in your presentation.

How To Download a Cropped Image in Google Slides

Now that you know how to make an image circular in Google Slides, it’s time to discuss saving cropped images for future use. Unfortunately, Google Slides doesn’t offer a direct way to download images — you have to take an alternative approach.

There are three easy ways to download cropped images in Google Slides. Choose the one that suits your needs and preferred workflow.

Related : How To Download an Image From Google Docs (3 Easy Ways)

Method 1: Downloading Individual Slides as an Image

Google Slides allows you to download the current slide in order to view your presentation offline. You can download it as either a JPEG or PNG file. This will download whatever content is available on that slide, including the image.

Here’s how you can download the current slide:

• Click on the “ File ” menu.
• In the submenu, click on “ Download .”
• You can choose to download the current slide as a JPEG or PNG file.

Tips to Keep in Mind

• Download your image as a JPEG file if you intend to use it on the web. JPEG files are lighter but also loss. This means they may gradually degrade in quality if you frequently modify or edit them.
• PNG files are lossless and support transparency, making them ideal for frequent modification (e.g., creating a logo). However, PNG files are larger in size and require more storage space.

Method 2: Save to Keep

Google Keep is a versatile note-keeping tool (similar to Microsoft OneNote) that also offers a mobile version. You can add images, create handwritten notes, and make to-do lists. In Google Slides, this feature is directly accessed by right-clicking on an image.

Note: This method is applicable only to normal and cropped images. It will not work for the circle crop image.

To save an image in Google Keep and download it to your computer:

• Select your image and right-click on it.
• Scroll down the context menu until you find “ Save to Keep .”

• The Google Keep panel will appear on the right side (as shown in the screenshot below).
• Right-click on the image within the Google Keep panel and choose “ Save Image as .”

• Save the image to your preferred location on your computer (e.g., desktop) and click “ Save .” This will save the image as a PNG file.

Method 3: Take a Screenshot

What you see above is a screenshot of a screenshot, also known as a “screenshot caption”!

A screenshot is the simplest way to save an image on your computer. To start, simply follow the steps below:

• Crop the image to the desired shape or size within Google Slides.
• For Windows, you can use the “ Print Screen ” button or press Win + Shift + S  to capture a specific area.
• On Mac, use Command + Shift + 4 .
• Open an image editing software or any program that allows image insertion (e.g., Microsoft Paint, Microsoft Word, email compose window).
• Paste the screenshot into the program.
• Crop or adjust the image if needed.
• Save the image using the image editing software’s “ Save ” or “ Export ” function.

To ensure the best quality and compatibility, we recommend selecting either JPEG or PNG  formats. Refer to the screenshot below for reference:

Final Thought s

Knowing how to make a picture a circle in Google Slides is just one way to make your presentation more remarkable. The next time you step up to present, unleash your creative skills and deliver the most memorable presentation your audience has ever witnessed.

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The picture on the introductory slide of your presentation makes an excellent first impression. However, it shouldn't take up so much space as to block the entire slide. So, the best way to crop an image is to only show the face.

Using PowerPoint, you can crop an image perfectly without using any third-party tools or apps. With this article, you'll learn how to this quickly using PowerPoint and how to make it more engaging by adding borders.

Adding an Image to PowerPoint

• Open PowerPoint.
• Go to Insert > Pictures .
• Select the image you want to crop.
• Open it in PowerPoint.

When you insert an image, it will be in its original size and shape. Therefore, there is no need to preprocess the original image before adding it to PowerPoint.

Cropping the Image Manually

When you try to crop the image manually, you can only crop it horizontally and vertically. The edges, however, will be straight. As a result, you may not get a circular crop.

Cropping the Image in Circular Shape

In PowerPoint, selecting the image will automatically bring you to the format ribbon. PowerPoint automatically sets this preference. If it does not, ensure you're in the format ribbon and open the picture tools settings.

If you click crop directly, it will take you to the manual crop mode, where you can only crop by straight edges. So you should instead click on the arrow button to bring up the dropdown.

Here's how to create a perfect circle out of this oval shape:

• Click on the Crop icon from the format menu.
• Select crop by shape. (You can crop an image using hundreds of shapes here).
• Again, click on the crop option dropdown .
• Click on the aspect ratio to see it.
• Choose 1:1 from the available options.

The oval shape will be reduced to a perfect circle as shown below.

Simply drag the image to perfectly fit the cropped circle so the face is inside the circle.

In addition to moving images, you can also stretch or expand the cropped circle from its corners. By doing this, you can further reduce the cropped area.

However, resizing will disrupt the circular shape of the cropped image. You can make it a perfect circle by again setting the aspect ratio to 1:1.

Thus, go to crop dropdown and set the aspect ratio to be 1:1.

After making the desired change, click anywhere else on the slide to execute the changes.

Related: How to Crop a Video on Android

How to Add Borders to a Cropped Image

You can also add borders around the image to make it more attractive. Let's see how you can accomplish this.

• Click on the image.
• Select the format tab .
• Click on picture styles .

You will find a few picture effects that you can use to design your image here. To see the complete list of effects you can add to an image, click the dropdown arrow .

When you hover over these shapes, you'll see how the design of your selected image will change.

Choose compose frame (Black) from the list of available picture styles.

Above, you can see that the added border isn't circular as you would like. By following the same steps explained earlier, you can make this square-shaped border into a perfect circle.

• Select the image.
• Select the crop option from the dropdown.
• Choose an oval shape from the crop shapes menu.
• The aspect ratio should be set to 1:1 .

How to Change Color of a Picture Border in PowerPoint

It is possible to change the border color in PowerPoint without changing the original image's color palette. Here's how you can do it.

• Choose the image with a border.
• Go to the Format tab .
• Select your desired color from the picture border dropdown .

Related: How to Crop an Image in Adobe Illustrator

Crop Your Images Into a Circular Shape

Using the crop feature in PowerPoint, you can take a perfect circular crop from your image to use on the introduction slide. To make an image more attractive, you can also add a border and change its color.

Try this feature out while making your next presentation and see how it affects the look of your presentation slide.

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By: Author Shrot Katewa

Circling something in PowerPoint is a useful tool to emphasize or highlight important content in a presentation. By using a circle shape or drawing a circle around an item, you can draw attention to it and help your audience better understand your message.

To circle something in PowerPoint, go to the “Illustrations” group of the “Insert” tab. Select the “oval” shape in the “Shapes” option and draw it over the required item. Then, click on “Shape Outline” to outline the shape and “Shape Fill” to select the “No Fill” option in the “Shape Format” menu.

This article will let you learn step-by-step how to circle something in PowerPoint, making it easier for you to create engaging and impactful presentations. Let’s get started!

1. How to Insert a Circle in PowerPoint?

In Microsoft PowerPoint, the “Shapes” feature allows you to insert any shape including a circle into your presentation slide. To insert a circle into the presentation slide, follow the 3 simple steps. 

Step-1: Click on the “Insert” tab

In the presentation file, open the slide where you want to insert the circle. Then click on the “Insert” tab in the menu ribbon located at the top of the screen.

Step-2: Click on the “Shapes” option

In the “Illustrations” group of the “Insert” menu, click on the “Shapes” option. Then click on the “Oval” option in the “Basic Shapes” section of the dropdown menu under the “Shapes” option. 

Step-3: Draw the circle

Now all you have to do is click and drag the cursor on the open slide to draw the circle inside the slide. 

2. How to Draw a Circle in PowerPoint?

Using the “Draw” feature in Microsoft PowerPoint, you can draw a freeform circle. To do so, follow the 4 easy steps. 

Step-1: Click on the “Draw” tab

In the menu ribbon located at the top of the screen, you have to first click on the “Draw” tab to open the “Draw” menu.

Step-2: Draw the circle

In the “Drawing Tools” group of the “Draw” menu, click on the “Pen” option. Then all you have to do is click and drag the cursor on the slide to draw a freeform circle. 

Step-3: Click on the “Select” option

If you want to convert the freeform circle to a proper circle, you can do so by using the “Convert” feature. Click on the “Select” option in the “Drawing Tools” group of the “Draw” menu. Then click on the circle on the slide to select it. 

Step-4: Click on the “Ink to Shape” option

The final step is to click on the “Ink to Shape” option in the “Convert” group of the “Draw” menu to convert the freeform circle into a proper circle shape.

2.1 How to Draw a Circle with Annotation Tools in PowerPoint?

During a presentation, you can use the “Annotation Tools” in Microsoft PowerPoint “Slide Show” view to draw a circle around a text or object to highlight it. All you have to do is follow the 3 easy steps. 

Step-1: Click on the “Slide Show” tab

The first step is to open the “Slide Show” view. To do so, click on the “Slide Show” tab in the menu ribbon. 

Step-2: Click on the “From Current Slide” option 

Click on the “From Current Slide” option in the “Start Slide Show” group of the “Slide Show” menu. You can alternatively press the “Shift+F5” keys on your keyboard to start the presentation. 

Step-3: Click on the “Pen” option

In the “Slide Show” view, click on the “Annotations” toolbar at the bottom of the screen. Then click on the “Pen” option from the pop-up menu. You can now use the “Pen” tool to circle different objects on the slide during the presentation. 

3. How to Circle an Item in PowerPoint?

To circle an item in Microsoft PowerPoint, you have to use the “Shapes” feature available in the “Insert” menu. All you have to do is follow the 5 simple steps. 

The first step is to open the “Insert” menu. Click on the “Insert” tab in the menu ribbon located at the top of the screen. 

In the “Illustrations” group of the “Insert” menu, click on the “Shapes” option. In the “Basic Shapes” section of the dropdown menu under the “Shapes” option, click on the “Oval” option.

Step-3: Click on the “Shape Format” tab

The next step is to draw the shape over the object that you want to circle on the slide. Then click on the “Shape Format” tab which is the last option in the menu ribbon at the top of the screen. 

Step-4: Click on the “Shape Outline” option

In the “Shape Styles” group of the “Shape Format” menu, click on the “Shape Outline” option. In the dropdown menu under the “Shape Outline” option, you can now select an outline color and customize the border weight of the outline. Add a dark and heavy outline to the shape.

Step-5: Click on the “Shape Fill” option

The final step is to make the shape transparent to show the item you have circled. Click on the “Shape Fill” option located above the “Shape Outline” option in the “Shape Format” menu. Then all you have to do is click on the “No Fill” option in the dropdown menu under the “Shape Fill” option. 

4. How to Insert Text in a Circle in PowerPoint?

In Microsoft PowerPoint, you can type inside a shape to add text to it. To insert text inside a circle in PowerPoint, follow the 5 simple steps. 

The first step is to click on the “Insert” tab in the menu ribbon located at the top of the screen to open the “Insert” menu.

Step-2: Click on the “Oval” option

The next step is to insert the circle into the slide. To do so, click on the “Shapes” option in the “Illustrations” group of the “Insert” menu. In the dropdown menu under the “Shapes” option, click on the “Oval” icon in the “Basic Shapes” section. 

Now all you have to do is click and drag the cursor on the screen to draw the circle. Then click on the “Shape Format” tab in the menu ribbon located at the top of the screen.

Step-4: Click on the “Shape Styles” gallery

In the “Shape Format” menu, you have to now expand the “Shape Styles” gallery. Click on the “More” option which is the down arrow at the bottom right corner of the “Shape Styles” gallery. Then click on your preferred color and text style for the circle. 

Step-5: “Double Click” on the circle

Now all you have to do is “Double Click” on the circle you have inserted into the slide. The text cursor will appear. You can now type in any text that you want to add inside the circle.

How to Make Picture Circle in PowerPoint

If you’re looking for a creative way to showcase your photos or images in your PowerPoint presentation, creating a picture circle might just be the solution you need. Picture circles are not only visually appealing but also come in handy when you want to emphasize particular elements of your presentation. In this article, we’ll guide you through the necessary steps to create a picture circle in PowerPoint and share some tips on how to customize it to suit your needs and style.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Creating a Picture Circle in PowerPoint

Creating a picture circle in PowerPoint is relatively easy and requires only a few steps. First, you need to have an image or a set of images that you want to work with. Here’s how to do it:

• Open PowerPoint and start a new presentation or open the one you want to add the picture circle to.
• Insert the image by clicking on the “Insert” tab and selecting “Picture.”
• Crop the image to a desired aspect ratio and size by clicking on it and selecting “Crop” from the “Format Picture” tab.
• Select the image and click on the “Shape Format” tab.
• Select “Ellipse” from the “Shapes” dropdown menu.
• Position the image inside the ellipse and drag the corners of the image to fit the shape.
• Right-click on the image and select “Save as Picture” to save the image as a PNG file.
• Insert the saved PNG file back into your presentation.
• Resize and position the PNG image as desired, and there you have it; a picture circle in PowerPoint.

It’s important to note that you can customize the picture circle further by adding a border or changing the color of the ellipse shape. To do this, select the ellipse shape and click on the “Shape Format” tab. From there, you can choose a border color and thickness, or change the fill color of the shape.

Another useful tip is to use the picture circle as a design element in your presentation. You can create multiple picture circles and arrange them in a visually appealing way to showcase a collection of images or to highlight specific content. Experiment with different sizes and shapes to create a unique and engaging presentation.

Choosing the Right Picture for Your Circle

Choosing the right picture to use in your picture circle is crucial in creating an effective and visually appealing presentation. A high-quality image with clear contrasts and colors is ideal. Whenever possible, use images with similar dimensions to the circle you want to create. Likewise, the picture’s content should be relevant to the presentation topic and properly positioned within the circle to capture the viewer’s attention.

Another important factor to consider when choosing a picture for your circle is the emotional impact it will have on your audience. The picture should evoke the desired emotions and feelings that align with your presentation’s message. For example, if you are presenting on the importance of environmental conservation, a picture of a polluted beach may evoke a sense of urgency and motivate your audience to take action. Additionally, consider the cultural and social context of your audience to ensure that the picture is appropriate and relatable to them.

Tips for Cropping Images to Fit Perfectly in a Circle

Ensure you use high-quality images when creating a picture circle. To ensure the best crop, use the “Crop to Shape” tool to convert your image to the ellipse shape. You may need to zoom in on the image to get a better view of the Crop tool. Use the corner handles to resize the image to fit the circle, ensuring the relevant parts are within the shape. If you need more accuracy, you can use pixel measurements instead.

It’s important to keep in mind the composition of the image when cropping it to fit in a circle. Consider the placement of the subject or focal point and how it will look within the circular frame. You may need to adjust the crop slightly to ensure the image is balanced and visually appealing. Additionally, try experimenting with different sizes and positions of the circle within the image to create unique and interesting compositions.

Exploring the Different Methods for Creating a Picture Circle in PowerPoint

Aside from the method we’ve shown earlier, you can create a picture circle in PowerPoint using other techniques such as using the Mask feature and using image editing tools like Adobe Photoshop or GIMP. These methods offer more flexibility and control, but can be more time-consuming depending on your level of skill.

Another method for creating a picture circle in PowerPoint is by using the Shape Fill option. You can insert a circle shape and then fill it with an image of your choice. This method is quick and easy, but may not offer as much customization as the other methods mentioned.

Adding Unique Effects and Styles to Your Picture Circle

You can add a touch of style to your picture circle by applying different effects, such as drop shadows and reflections, and experimenting with the shape fill color to give it a different look. You can also explore different border styles and color combinations that complement your presentation’s overall theme.

Customizing the Size, Color, and Position of Your Picture Circle

Once you’ve created your picture circle, it’s essential to customize it to fit your needs fully. You can adjust the size of the circle by resizing the PNG image or change its color by selecting it and navigating to the “Shape Format” tab. You can also customize the position of the picture circle by dragging it to the desired location. Ensure the circle is not obstructing important elements in your slide and that it’s proportionate to other elements on your slide.

Another way to customize your picture circle is by adding effects to it. You can add a shadow effect to make it stand out or a reflection effect to give it a more polished look. To add effects, select the picture circle and navigate to the “Picture Format” tab. From there, you can choose from a variety of effects to enhance the appearance of your picture circle. Just be sure not to overdo it with too many effects, as it can make your slide look cluttered and distracting.

Troubleshooting Common Issues When Making a Picture Circle in PowerPoint

Despite the relative ease of creating a picture circle in PowerPoint, you may occasionally run into issues. Common problems include difficulty in cropping the image to the ellipse shape, poor quality images, and misplaced or poorly positioned circles. If you encounter such issues, refer to the previous sections for troubleshooting tips, or seek assistance from online forums or PowerPoint tutorials.

Another common issue that may arise when making a picture circle in PowerPoint is the image appearing distorted or stretched. This can happen if the original image is not of high enough quality or if it is not properly resized before being cropped to the ellipse shape. To avoid this issue, ensure that the image you are using is of high resolution and adjust its size before cropping it to the circle shape. Additionally, make sure that the aspect ratio of the image is maintained to prevent distortion.

Using Advanced Techniques to Create Complex Picture Circles

If you’re looking for a challenge and want to create more complex and intricate picture circles, advanced techniques such as using the “Merge Shape” tool or creating a gradient fill can be beneficial. These methods require more skill and patience to execute, but they offer more control and can result in more elaborate and impressive picture circles.

The “Merge Shape” tool allows you to combine multiple shapes into one, creating unique and complex designs for your picture circles. By selecting two or more shapes and using the “Merge Shape” tool, you can create a new shape that incorporates the properties of the original shapes. This technique can be used to create intricate patterns and designs that would be difficult to achieve with a single shape.

Another advanced technique for creating picture circles is to use a gradient fill. A gradient fill is a gradual transition from one color to another, and it can be applied to shapes to create a more dynamic and visually interesting effect. By experimenting with different colors and gradients, you can create picture circles that are both complex and aesthetically pleasing.

Tips for Sharing and Presenting Your Picture Circle in PowerPoint Presentations

Once you’ve created your picture circle, it’s vital to ensure it’s presented correctly and effectively in your PowerPoint presentation. Here are some tips:

• Ensure the picture circle fits the slide and is not too small or too large.
• Consider the presentation’s color scheme and design aesthetics when customizing the circle’s color and effects.
• Position the circle in a way that it guides the audience’s attention to relevant elements on the slide.
• Ensure the circle is not cluttering the slide and is well placed to avoid any distracting elements.
• If using multiple picture circles, ensure they complement each other and maintain visual consistency across the slides.

In conclusion, creating a picture circle in PowerPoint is a relatively easy yet effective way to showcase your visual elements in your presentations. With our step-by-step guide and tips on customization and troubleshooting, you can create picture circles that are visually appealing and effective in conveying your message.

Another important tip to keep in mind when sharing and presenting your picture circle in PowerPoint presentations is to ensure that the images used in the circle are of high quality and resolution. Blurry or pixelated images can detract from the overall impact of the picture circle and make it difficult for the audience to fully appreciate the visual elements. Therefore, it’s essential to use high-quality images that are clear and crisp, even when enlarged to fit the circle.

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Crop a picture to fit in a shape

You can crop an image to a shape or start with a shape and add an image to it. 

Crop an image to a shape

You can easily change the shape of a picture by cropping it to a specific shape. When you do this, the picture is automatically trimmed to fill the geometry of the selected shape while maintaining its proportions. 

Tip:  If you want to crop the same picture to more than one shape, make copies of the picture then crop each to the desired shape individually. 

Use Insert > Picture to add the image to a Microsoft 365 file (such as a Word document, PowerPoint presentation, or an Outlook email message).

Select the picture(s). You can multi-select and crop multiple pictures at once, but you must crop them all to the same shape.

Caution:  Multi-cropping in Word can be difficult, because you cannot multi-select pictures that have the default In Line with Text layout option.  

In the ribbon, go to Picture Tools > Format.  Then, in the Size group, select the arrow under Crop to open the menu of options. 

Select Crop to Shape , then select the intended crop shape. 

The shape is immediately applied to the image. 

To change how much of the picture fits within the shape, use either  Crop > Fill  or Crop > Fit.   

Fill     Fills the entire shape with the picture. Some outer edges of the picture may be cropped away. There won't be any empty space at the margins of the shape. 

Fit     Makes the entire picture fit within the shape while maintaining the picture's original aspect ratio. There may be some empty space at the margins of the shape.

When you select either of these options, black crop handles appear on the edges and corners of the picture. 

To adjust the position of the picture within the frame, selecting the picture and drag it as needed. If needed, this can help you center the most important part of the picture within the shape.

To crop the margins of the image, drag a black crop handle as follows:

When done, click the Crop button. 

Start with a shape and add an image to it

You can add a picture as fill for a shape and then optionally edit or crop the shape.

Add a picture to a shape

Add a shape to your document (see Add shapes for instructions)

Click/select the shape. 

In the ribbon, go to  Drawing Tools > Format . In the Shape Styles group, select Shape Fill > Picture . 

Select the type of picture you want (e.g., From a File or Online Pictures ).

Navigate to the picture you want and insert it. 

Resize the shape

To change the filled shape's dimensions while maintaining its basic format, select it and drag any of the sizing handles.

Choose how the picture fits in the shape

Perhaps your picture is skewed, cut off, or doesn't fill the shape the way you want. You fine-tune the picture with the Fit and Fill tools on the Crop menu. 

Click a shape created using Shape Fill > Picture .

Click Picture Tools > Format , and in the Size group, click the arrow under Crop . A menu appears showing cropping options.

Choose Fit if you want as much of the picture as possible to fit within the shape; the original picture aspect ratio will be maintained, but you may have empty space inside your shape. 

Choose Fill to have the shape fit within the bounds of the picture, cropping away everything outside the shape. You can drag the picture to change what part of it shows within the shape.

If you want, you can adjust the crop area by using the cropping handles, as described under Crop a picture .

When you're finished, press Esc or click anywhere outside the picture within the document.

Use edit points to edit or crop the shape

Although cropping tools are not available for shapes, you can use the Edit Points tool to customize a shape.

Select the shape that you want to edit.

Drag the shape's vertex points (which appear as black dots around the shape's perimeter) until the shape looks the way you want. 

To delete a vertex point, hold Ctrl and click it. To add a vertex point, hold Ctrl while clicking anywhere on the shape's perimeter that does not already have a vertex point.

Crop a picture in Microsoft 365

Cut out or cover part of a picture

You can crop to a shape in Word, PowerPoint, or Excel.

Crop to a specific shape

Quickly change the shape of a picture by cropping it to a specific shape. The picture is automatically trimmed to fill the geometry of the selected shape while maintaining its proportions.

If you want to crop the same picture to more than one shape, make copies of the picture and crop each to the desired shape individually.

Use Insert > Picture to add the image to an Office file (such as a Word document, PowerPoint presentation, or an Excel workbook).

In your file, select the picture that you want to crop.

On the Picture Format tab, click the arrow next to Crop .

(If you don't see the Picture Format tab, make sure that you've selected a picture (not a shape).)

Point to Crop to Shape and then click the shape you want to crop to.

The shape is immediately applied to the image.

If you want to adjust the shape, click the Crop button again on the ribbon.

Black crop handles appear on the edges and corners of the picture.

Crop the image by dragging any crop handle inward. If you drag one of the corner handles, it crops two adjacent sides at the same time.

Crop to fit or fill a shape

After you have added a picture to a shape, you can choose how the picture fits in the shape by using the Fit and Fill tools for fine tuning.

In your file, select the picture that you want within the shape.

If you don't see the Picture Format tab, make sure that you've selected a picture (and not a shape).

Click Fill or Fit , and then click outside the picture.

Which app are you using? Word | PowerPoint

Word: Fit a picture inside a shape

Word for the web doesn't have the "crop-to-shape" feature that the desktop app has. However, you can still use quick Picture Styles to apply some basic shapes to a picture. 

Insert the image in your document. (Select Insert > Picture , then navigate to the picture you want to use.)

With the image selected on the canvas, select the Picture tab on the ribbon, then go to the Picture Styles gallery. 

Select a shape to apply it to your picture. 

Once the shape is applied, you can resize it as needed. 

PowerPoint: Crop a picture to a shape

Select a picture on a slide to crop to a shape.

On the  Picture  tab, on the right end, select the arrow next to  Crop .

Tip:  If you don't see the  Picture tab, make sure you have selected a picture. 

Select Crop to Shape , then choose a shape to apply to the border of the picture. 

To save your changes, select the Crop button again, or press Esc .

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