How to delete a text box in PowerPoint

A text box in PowerPoint is a rectangular shape or container used to insert and display text on a slide. It provides a designated area for adding titles, captions, bullets, or other textual content, allowing users to format, edit, and position the text independently of other slide elements.

Text boxes can be changed, moved and customized with various formatting options, such as font, size, color, alignment and style.

However, there may be instances when you need to delete a text box to reorganize your content or remove unwanted elements from your presentation. This article will guide you through the steps to delete a text box in PowerPoint.

Select and delete a text box

Deleting a text box in PowerPoint is a simple process that involves selecting the text box and pressing the delete key. Follow these steps to delete a text box:

1. Open your PowerPoint presentation and go to the slide that contains the text box you want to delete.
2. Click on the border of the text box to select it. The border will be highlighted, and size handles will appear around the text box.
3. Press the “Delete” key on your keyboard to remove the...