PowerPoint - Add a picture watermark Tutorial

In this video, you will learn how to add a picture watermark in Microsoft Word.
The video demonstrates how to open the watermark gallery, select a custom picture, and insert it into the document.
By default, Word centers the picture vertically and scales it to extend to the left and right margins.
The image is also washed out or made semi-transparent to avoid visual distraction.
You can adjust the scaling and remove the washout effect if desired.
The video advises choosing a recognizable image that doesn't compete with the foreground text.
It also suggests previewing the document in print to ensure the watermark's appearance.
Additionally, the video explains that watermarks in Word are treated as headers or footers, allowing you to resize, move, and format them like any other picture or shape.
This knowledge opens up various possibilities for creating unique watermarks.
Adding a picture watermark can enhance your documents and make them more visually appealing.

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Objectifs :

This video tutorial aims to guide users on how to effectively add a picture watermark to slides in a presentation, utilizing the slide master for better management and consistency across multiple slides.

Chapitres :

Introduction to Picture Watermarks
In this section, we will explore the concept of picture watermarks and their significance in enhancing the visual appeal of presentation slides. A watermark can add a professional touch while ensuring that the main content remains the focal point.
Adding a Watermark to the Slide Master
To begin, we will add a picture watermark to the slide master, which allows for easier application across multiple slides. This method is more efficient than manually copying the watermark to each slide. Follow these steps: 1. Go to the 'Insert' tab. 2. Click on 'Shapes' and select a rectangle. 3. In the Drawing Tools Format tab, click 'Shape Outline' and select 'No Outline'. 4. Click 'Shape Fill' and choose 'Picture'. 5. Browse for the desired picture and click 'Insert'.
Adjusting the Picture Watermark
After inserting the picture, we need to adjust it for optimal appearance: - By default, the picture stretches to fill the shape. To maintain the correct aspect ratio, go to the 'Picture Tools Format' tab, click 'Crop', and then select 'Fit'. - Drag the crop handles to remove any empty space around the picture and click 'Crop' again to finalize. - Hold 'Shift' and drag the corner handles to resize the picture without altering its aspect ratio.
Formatting the Watermark
Next, we will format the watermark to ensure it complements the foreground elements: 1. Click 'Send Backward' and then 'Send to Back'. 2. Open the 'Format Shape' dialog box and navigate to the 'Fill & Line' tab. 3. Adjust the transparency until the foreground elements are visible, ensuring the watermark does not overpower them. 4. Use the 'Picture' tab to modify Brightness, Contrast, Saturation, and Recolor options to reduce detail in the image. 5. Explore the 'Effects' tab for artistic effects, such as adding a Line Drawing effect and increasing the pencil size.
Finalizing and Copying the Watermark
Once satisfied with the watermark, you can save it as a picture for use in other slides or copy it to the clipboard. To paste it onto another slide: - Right-click the picture and select 'Send to Back'. - If you need to select the picture again, go to the 'Home' tab, click 'Select', and open the 'Selection Pane' to choose the picture from the list.
Adapting the Watermark to Slide Design
If you decide to change the overall design of your presentation, such as applying a new theme like 'Ion', you may need to adjust the watermark settings to ensure it blends well with the new design. In some cases, finding a new picture may be necessary. Remember, since we did not use the slide master initially, you will need to copy the finished watermark to other slides manually.
Conclusion
In summary, this tutorial has provided a comprehensive guide on how to add and format picture watermarks in presentation slides. By utilizing the slide master, you can streamline the process and maintain consistency across your presentation. Remember to choose images that are recognizable yet subtle enough not to distract from the main content.

FAQ :

How do I add a watermark to my presentation slides?

To add a watermark, go to the Insert tab, select Shapes, and choose a rectangle. Then, format the shape by removing the outline and filling it with a picture. Adjust the picture's transparency and formatting to ensure it blends well with the slide content.

What is the purpose of using a watermark in presentations?

Watermarks are used to add branding, indicate ownership, or provide a subtle background that enhances the visual appeal of a presentation without distracting from the main content.

Can I use the same watermark on multiple slides?

Yes, you can copy the watermark to other slides. However, if you want it on many slides, it's more efficient to add it to the Slide Master, which will apply it to all slides automatically.

How can I adjust the transparency of a watermark?

To adjust transparency, select the watermark image, open the Format Shape dialog box, and use the transparency slider under the Fill options to achieve the desired effect.

What should I consider when choosing a watermark image?

Choose an image that is easily recognizable but not overly detailed, as it should not compete with the foreground elements of your slides. Consider the overall design and theme of your presentation as well.

How do I crop an image for a watermark?

Select the image, go to the Picture Tools Format tab, click Crop, and then use the Crop Handles to adjust the image. Click Crop again to finalize your adjustments.

Quelques cas d'usages :

Corporate Branding

In corporate presentations, adding a company logo as a watermark can reinforce brand identity. This can be applied across all slides using the Slide Master for consistency.

Educational Materials

Teachers can use watermarks of educational institutions or relevant images in their presentations to create a professional look while ensuring that the content remains the focus.

Marketing Presentations

Marketers can use watermarks of product images or promotional graphics to enhance their presentations, making them visually appealing while subtly promoting their products.

Event Planning

Event planners can incorporate watermarks of event themes or logos in their presentations to create a cohesive look that aligns with the event branding.

Creative Projects

Artists and designers can use artistic effects on watermark images to create unique presentations that reflect their creative style, enhancing the overall aesthetic of their work.

Glossaire :

Watermark

A watermark is a recognizable image or pattern that is embedded into a document or slide, often used to indicate ownership or to provide a subtle background without distracting from the main content.

Slide Master

The Slide Master is a feature in presentation software that allows users to create a consistent layout and design for all slides in a presentation. Changes made to the Slide Master affect all slides that use that master.

Aspect Ratio

The aspect ratio is the ratio of the width to the height of an image or screen. Maintaining the correct aspect ratio ensures that images do not appear stretched or distorted.

Transparency

Transparency refers to the degree to which an image or object allows light to pass through it. In design, adjusting transparency can help blend images with backgrounds.

Crop

Cropping is the process of removing unwanted outer areas from an image. This is often done to focus on a specific part of the image or to fit it into a specific space.

Brightness and Contrast

Brightness refers to the overall lightness or darkness of an image, while contrast refers to the difference between the lightest and darkest parts of the image. Adjusting these settings can enhance the visibility of an image.

Saturation

Saturation is the intensity of color in an image. Increasing saturation makes colors more vivid, while decreasing it can make colors appear more muted.

Recolor

Recoloring is the process of changing the colors in an image to achieve a different look or to better match the design of a presentation.

Artistic Effects

Artistic effects are visual filters applied to images to create a specific style or appearance, such as sketch, painting, or other creative looks.

Selection Pane

The Selection Pane is a tool in presentation software that allows users to view and manage all objects on a slide, making it easier to select and arrange them.

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but this time instead of putting it on the slide master,

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we'll add it to the slide itself and then copy it to another slide.

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Keep in mind that if you want the watermark on more than just a few slides,

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it makes more sense to use the slide master

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because it saves you from having to manually copy the watermark.

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Go to the Insert tab, click Shapes and select a rectangle,

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then draw it on this slide.

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On the Drawing tools format tab click Shape outline and click No outline,

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then click Shape fill and Picture.

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Browse for the picture you want

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and click Insert.

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We're adding the picture to the Fill property of the shape

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instead of directly to the slide

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because this way we have more options to work with

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including Transparency.

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By default, the picture stretches to fill the shape,

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to get it to the right aspect ratio, go to the Picture tools format tab,

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click Crop and then click Fit

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and drag the Crop Handles to crop out the empty space around the picture.

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Click Crop again to turn it off.

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Now we can press Shift and drag the corner handles to

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resize the picture without changing the aspect ratio

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and then move the picture into place.

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Next we need to tweak the formatting to make the picture work as a watermark.

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First click Send backward and Send to back.

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Then click the Format shape dialog box launcher and the Fill in line tab.

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Add transparency until the foreground elements are clearly visible

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but make sure it's not so transparent the viewer won't know what the picture is.

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Watermark pictures are tricky because you have to find

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an image that is easily recognizable

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but doesn't fight for dominance with the foreground elements.

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You'll want to avoid images with lots of fine detail

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and images like this will take too much effort for the viewer to figure out.

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This picture of kid works because the viewer will know

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immediately what it is and how it relates but it contains a lot of detail.

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So we can use these options to reduce some detail

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so the image will blend in better with the background.

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On the Picture tab,

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you can try Brightness and Contrast and Color options

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like Saturation and Recolor.

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Also try using Sharpness to remove detail.

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The Effects tab has artistic effects.

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For this picture, let's add the Line drawing effect

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and increase the pencil size.

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Click away from the picture to get a better idea of

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how everything looks without the selection border.

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If you find you can't select the picture again because

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it's behind other objects, go to the Home tab,

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click Select and open the Selection pane.

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Now you can select the picture by clicking it in the list.

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So once you're happy with the watermark, you can save it

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as a picture and insert it in other slides.

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Or you can simply copy it to the clipboard.

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Move to another slide and then paste it.

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Right click the picture and send it to the back layer.

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Now let's say we decide we want to change the look of our presentation,

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by going to the Design tab and applying a theme like Ion for example.

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As you can see, your choice of watermark picture depends

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greatly on the design you choose for your slides.

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In this case all we need to do is adjust the picture

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settings to help it blend in with the design

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but you may need to find a new picture.

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Also since we didn't use the slide master,

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we'll need to copy the finished picture to the other slides manually.

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So now you know how to add text to picture watermarks.

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