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Today, we are going to insert text into shapes in Microsoft Word. First, we will insert text using the shape’s built-in text option. Then, we will use WordArt to place text over the shape, which will create the appearance of text inserted into the shape.

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The images below are from Word for Microsoft 365.

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These steps also apply to Word for Microsoft 365 for Mac (a.k.a., Word for Mac), Word 2024, Word 2021, Word 2019, Word 2016, and Word 2013 (PC only). These steps don’t apply to Word for the web.

Important Note: This tutorial assumes you have already created your shape.

For information about creating shapes, please see “How to Insert and Modify Shapes in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac).”

How to Insert Text into Shapes (Built-In Method)

1. Right-click (PC) or Control-click (Mac) the shape and t
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