Add Text to Drawings
Updated: April 15, 2004
Curriculum Areas: Language arts/math/social studies/science
Grade Level: 2 and up
Application: Microsoft® Word 2002
Tip: Add text inside drawing objects and AutoShapes in Word 2002.
Description: Words can easily be added inside drawing objects and AutoShapes. Within Microsoft Word, students can combine illustrations with creative writing, add descriptions to geometric shapes, create holiday decorations, and so much more.
How To:
1. | Start with a blank document in Word 2002. |
2. | On the Drawing toolbar, click AutoShapes, and select the type of object that you would like to draw. Press the DELETE key to remove the drawing canvas from the screen. |
3. | Click and drag to create a new drawing object. |
4. | When you are ready to add text inside the drawing object, right-click inside it. Select Add Text from the shortcut menu. Note that some AutoShapes automatically put the insertion point inside the shape. |
5. | Type your text inside the object, and then format the words as you like. |
6. | Try filling the shape with color or a pattern by clicking the Fill Color button (with a picture of a paint bucket) on the Drawing toolbar. To make the shape stand out, add a drop shadow to it by clicking the Shadow Style button (also found on the Drawing toolbar). Click the Shadow Settings button to explore more drop shadow options. |
Sample Drawings with Text Inside:
