Background Colors and Graphics in PowerPoint 2007

PowerPoint 2007 Backgrounds Using Preset Gradient Fills

Preset color schemes for PowerPoint backgrounds

© Wendy Russell

PowerPoint has several preset gradient fills available for you to choose as a background for your slides. Gradient colors can be effective as a PowerPoint background if chosen wisely. Be sure to consider the audience clientele when you choose the preset gradient background colors for your presentation.

1. Click the option for Gradient fill.
2. Click the drop down Preset colors button
3. Select a preset gradient fill
4. Click the Close button or the Apply to All button.

• Access the Design Ribbon to Add a Background
• Choose a Solid Color for the Background
• Standard or Custom Background Colors in PowerPoint
• PowerPoint 2007 Backgrounds Using Preset Gradient Fills
• Gradient Fill Types of Backgrounds in PowerPoint 2007
• Textured Backgrounds in PowerPoint 2007
• Pictures as PowerPoint 2007 Backgrounds
• Offset a Picture Background in PowerPoint 2007
• Make a Picture Background Transparent
• Variations of Color for PowerPoint Picture Backgrounds