Create Your Own Tile Design in PowerPoint
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Tile design has been setting trends since the launch of Windows 8. As design elements, tiles have become indispensable both for desktop and mobile devices. We’ll show you how to create your own tile designs in PowerPoint.
Understanding Tile Design
Tile and flat design are the go-to trends in software, website, and app design. These design elements not only enhance aesthetics but also improve functionality. In our earlier article, we highlighted the benefits of a grid layout, and today, we’ll explore how tiles can be effectively used to create infographics.
Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Tiles
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Create the Basic Tile Shape: Start by building tiles on your slide using the rectangle shape. To create a perfect square, hold down the Shift key while dragging the mouse.
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Duplicate Tiles: If you need several tiles of the same size, quickly duplicate the tile by pressing Ctrl + D.
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Align and Distribute Tiles: To neatly arrange your tiles on the slide, utilize the Gridlines feature in PowerPoint 2013 and 2016. For older versions, navigate to Drawing Tools > Format > Align for precise positioning.
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Customize Tile Colors: Change the color of your tiles by going to Drawing Tools > Format > Shape Fill. To remove borders, select Drawing Tools > Format > Shape Outline > No Outline.
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Add Icons: Insert vector icons into your tiles, adjusting their size as needed to maintain balance and proportion.
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Incorporate Text: Type directly within the tile to add text. The Align Text option allows you to position the text at the top, center, or bottom of the tile.
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Emphasize Key Information: Highlight important words or numbers by increasing the font size or using bold styles to draw attention.
Conclusion
If you’re looking to save time and effort in your tile design process, consider exploring PresentationLoad’s extensive collection of professional, ready-made tile design templates available in our shop. These templates can help you create stunning presentations with ease.