How Can I Remove the Background From an Image in PowerPoint?

Removing the background from an image in PowerPoint can be useful for creating professional-looking slides. With a few simple steps, you can isolate the main subject of the image and eliminate any distracting backgrounds. In this step-by-step guide, we’ll show you how to remove the background from an image in PowerPoint.

Step 1: Insert the image into your PowerPoint slide.

• Open PowerPoint on your computer.
• Create a new slide or navigate to the slide where you want to insert the image.
• Click on the “Insert” tab at the top of the PowerPoint window.
• Click on the “Pictures” or “Online Pictures” button to choose an image from your computer or online sources, respectively.
• Select the image you want to use and click on the “Insert” button.

Step 2: Select the image.

• Click on the inserted image to select it.

Step 3: Go to the “Picture Tools” tab.

• After selecting the image, a new tab called “Picture Tools” will appear at the top of the PowerPoint window.
• Click on the “Picture Tools” tab to access the image editing tools.

Step 4: Click on the “Remove Background” button.

• In the “Adjust” group on the “Picture Tools” tab, click on the “Remove Background” button.
• PowerPoint will automatically detect the background of the image and apply a purple overlay.

Step 5: Refine the background removal.

• PowerPoint does its best to remove the background automatically, but you may need to refine it further.
• On the “Background Removal” tab, you will see a selection of handles and options.

Step 6: Adjust the selection and markers.

• Click and drag the handles to adjust the selection area.
• Click and drag the markers to include or exclude certain areas from the background removal.

Step 7: Preview the image without the background.

• While making adjustments, PowerPoint will show you a live preview of the image without the background.
• Keep refining the selection and markers until you are satisfied with the result.

Step 8: Apply the background removal.

• Once you are satisfied with the background removal, click on the “Keep Changes” button in the “Close” group.
• PowerPoint will remove the background from the image.

Step 9: Save and use the image.

• After removing the background, you can save the edited image by right-clicking on it and selecting “Save as Picture”.
• Choose the desired file format and location to save the image.
• Use the edited image in your presentation or any other projects.

Conclusion:

By following these step-by-step instructions, you can easily remove the background from an image in PowerPoint. This allows you to create visually appealing slides with a professional touch. Experiment with different images and refine the background removal to achieve the desired results.

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