If you're missing the mark when creating 3D shapes in Microsoft PowerPoint, you might be skipping a step. Learn how to apply simple 3D effects by creating a few arrows.

Microsoft Office PowerPoint enables you to create various types of objects and graphics on your virtual slideshow. For instance, you can insert photos, graphs and even shapes. The program includes ...

You can create hand-drawn shapes and add a chalk effect in PowerPoint. You can make a flowchart, circle, or any picture using this method.

With these features, you can create any shape just by combining, joining, or dividing the basic shapes provided. Add the 3D features (below), and your shapes start to pop off the page.

A spinning hollow circle is a great way to suggest the passing of time in a PowerPoint show. Susan Harkins shows you how to make this simple animation.

Learn how to fragment shapes & images in PowerPoint using the Merge Shapes feature. The Fragment feature overlaps shapes and turns them into small pieces.

You can easily draw in PowerPoint to mark and edit slideshows, or create your own designs, especially if you're using a touchscreen.

How to Close Shapes in PowerPoint. PowerPoint comes with dozens of free shapes; circles, stars and even smiley faces are only a few clicks away. If you don't find a shape you like, draw your own ...

Are you guilty of information overload? Do you abuse clip art? Here, the experts weigh in on how to create a pitch-perfect PowerPoint presentation.