Adding Text Watermarks in Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2013

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Microsoft PowerPoint offers several ways for users to add visual interest and important information onto their slides, one being through use of watermarked backgrounds. In this article we'll cover how you can quickly insert these elements into your presentation using the built-in features available within the software.

Step-by-Step Instructions

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### Step 1: Open PowerPoint

Firstly, open up a new or existing slide in Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2013 by double-clicking on its icon located either under 'All Programs' if you're running Windows OS or directly from your Applications folder if using Macintosh operating system.

### Step 2: Access the Design Tab

Once inside of your presentation window, go to the top menu bar and click on 'Home' tab. You will now see a list of options appear down below it - select 'Design' option at number four from leftmost side:

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### Step 3: Choose a Pre-Designed Background

With the Design Tab open, click on 'Background' group found under the center column. Now you'll see two drop-down menus appear - choose 'Text' option from these options to bring up several pre-designed backgrounds with different layouts and styles:

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### Step 4: Add a Custom Background Image

If none of the above options appeal to your taste, you can always upload an image from your computer or internet connection by clicking on 'Picture' button located next to 'Background' option. Browse through local files (or paste URL for online images) until finding what suits best as background:

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### Step 5: Apply Transparency Effect

After adding your desired image, click anywhere inside of the newly inserted object and go to 'Format' tab in top menu bar. From here select 'Effect' group then checkmark box next to 'Drop Shadow' under 'Shape Effects'. Adjust shadow settings as needed:

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### Step 6: Add Text Watermarks

To add additional layers of information or simply cover up parts of your background image, follow these steps:

1. Click on 'Insert' tab in top menu bar.

2. Select 'Text' option from drop-down list under 'Illustrations'.

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### Step 7: Modify Text Watermarks

Once you've added your first layer of text, double-clicking anywhere on it will allow you to edit its properties such as font size, color etc. You can also add more layers by repeating steps 6-7 above.

Tips and Tricks:

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* To quickly change the background image or remove all effects applied so far without having to go through each step again, press 'Ctrl + Delete' (Windows) or Command + Shift + Backspace on Mac while selecting entire slide area.

* Use the 'Format Painter' tool located under Home tab > Clipboard group to easily copy and paste formatting styles across multiple objects within same presentation.

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In conclusion, adding text watermarks in Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2013 is a straightforward process that can greatly enhance your slides with professional-looking elements. By following these step-by-step instructions and utilizing the various features available within the software, you'll be able to create engaging presentations like pros in no time!

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