Anita H. asks:
My PowerPoint slides often seem too factual and a little boring. I would like to emphasize important notes, thoughts or mnemonics more strongly without having to insert additional graphics or spend a long time tweaking the design. An element that attracts attention and at the same time fits in well with the rest of the slide design would be ideal. Is there a simple way in PowerPoint to design ordinary text boxes in such a way that ...
Whether as a notepad or with a hand-scrawled frame: So your core message is immediately clear
Dull, factual slides don't have to be the norm — PowerPoint's sketched frame feature transforms ordinary text boxes into hand-drawn visual accents in just a few clicks. By applying a Sketched outline via the Shape Contour menu, you give any text field an informal, personal quality that draws the eye without disrupting your overall slide design. Choose from three line styles — Curved, Freehand, or Sketch — and fine-tune the frame colour and thickness using PowerPoint's live preview. The result: key messages, notes, or mnemonics that stand out immediately, guiding your audience's attention precisely where you need it. These presentation design tips require no specialist software and take only minutes to apply — read on for the full step-by-step walkthrough.
5 Min. reading time
13 May 2026
