You can use WordArt with a Transform text effect to curve or bend text around a shape. If you want the text to circle the shape, you can also do this, but it's a little bit more work. You can also insert WordArt multiple times to wrap text around shapes with straight edges.
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On the Insert tab, selectÂ
Note:Â The WordArt icon is located in the Text group, and it may appear different depending on the version you're using and the size of your screen.Â
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Replace the WordArt placeholder text with your own text.
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Select your WordArt text.
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On the Shape Format tab, select
Advanced techniques
Wrap around a circle   Â
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On the Shape Format tab, select
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Select Circle under Follow Path, and drag any of the sizing handles until your WordArt is the size and shape you want.
Wrap around straight edges   To wrap text around a shape that has straight edges, such as a rectangle, insert WordArt objects for each edge. In this example, WordArt is inserted four times, one for each side of the shape.
Group moves and copy   To move or copy multiple WordArt objects as a single shape, see Group or ungroup shapes, pictures, or other objects .
Precise angle control   You can control the angle of your WordArt text in relation to your shape with precision by using the Rotate tool.
If you need very precise control or are creating a complex combination of shapes and text, you'll want to use a third-party drawing or graphics program to create the text around your shape and then copy and paste it into your Office document.
Note:Â You can use Text Effects with Wordart or a regular Text box.Â
See Also
Create curved or circular WordArt
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On the Insert tab, select
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Pick the WordArt style you want.
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Select the placeholder text and type your text over it.
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Select the WordArt.
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On the Shape Format tab, select
Advanced techniques
Wrap around a circle  Â
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On the Shape Format tab, select
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Select Circle under Follow Path, and drag any of the sizing handles until your WordArt is the size and shape you want.
Wrap around straight edges  Â
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insert WordArt objects for each edge. In this example, WordArt is inserted four times, one for each side of the shape.
Group moves and copy   To move or copy multiple WordArt objects as a single shape, see Group or ungroup shapes, pictures, or other objects .
Precise angle control   You can control the angle of your WordArt text in relation to your shape with precision by using the Rotate tool.
If you need very precise control or are creating a complex combination of shapes and text, you'll want to use a third-party drawing or graphics program to create the text around your shape and then copy and paste it into your Office document.
Note:Â You can use Text Effects with Wordart or a regular Text box.Â
In Word for the web you can see WordArt that's already in your document, but to add more WordArt you need to open or edit the doc in the desktop version of Word.
You can use the Font features on the Home tab to change the font color and size, and apply bolding, italics, or underlines to your text.
