Uploaded March 2023 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

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Learn how 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.

This tutorial was filmed in Word for Microsoft 365. These steps also apply to Word for Microsoft 365 for Mac (a.k.a., Word for Mac), Word 2021, Word 2019, Word 2016, and Word 2013 (PC only).

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:11 How to Insert Text into Shapes (Built-In Method)
03:15 How to Use WordArt to Insert Text into Shapes

📝 Companion Blog Post/Transcript for this Video
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How to Insert Text into Shapes in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac)
erinwrightwriting.com/text-into-shapes-in-microsoft-word

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💻 Please visit my blog at erinwrightwriting.com for more easy-to-follow tips on writing, editing, and document software.

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