How to Add a Watermark to PowerPoint

A watermark in PowerPoint is a semi-transparent image or text displayed in the background of slides, often used for branding, security or stylistic purposes. It helps establish brand identity by incorporating logos or slogans, creating a consistent and professional look.

Watermarks also protect intellectual property by discouraging unauthorized use or distribution of copyright symbols or identifying information. They can convey confidentiality, labeling slides as “confidential” or “internal use only” when dealing with sensitive information.

In this article, we will discuss how to add a watermark to your PowerPoint slides using different methods.

Method 1: Add a watermark to the slide master

The easiest way to add a watermark to all slides in your presentation is by using the Slide Master feature. This method ensures that the watermark appears consistently throughout your presentation.

1. Open your PowerPoint presentation and click on the “View” tab in the toolbar.
2. Select the “Slide Master” option to access the Slide Master view.
3. In the Slide Master view, select the top slide in the left panel (the Slide Master).
4. Click the “Insert” tab in the toolbar and select either “Text Box” or “Image” depending on whether you want a text or image watermark.
5. For a text watermark, draw a text box on the slide and type your watermark text. For an image watermark, find and insert the image you want to use.
6. Adjust the size, position and transparency of the watermark as needed.
7. Click “...