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Learn to make a useful 3D rectangular platform in PPT 2007. Learn the complete 3D PowerPoint tutorial in a simple step by step way.
You can use this platform for just about anything and wow your audience. Look at the PowerPoint diagram templates we created using the method you are about to learn:
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Here is a review of how to make the 3D Rectangle Shape below:
In Format shape option, go to 3D Rotation. Choose Presets and select Perspective relaxed as shown in the slide above.
If you’ve followed the instructions correctly, your platform should look like this:
The beautiful 3D platform you’ll learn today is:
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Such is the power of the 3D platform as a design element. Watch the video to make the PowerPoint 3D Mac style Rectangle.
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Step 1: Creating the basic 3D orientation for the rectangle
Draw a regular rectangle. Then right click on it to go to Format shape.Step 2: The Bevel effect
Then, go to 3D format, choose bevel for the ‘Top’ surface. Choose Cross Bevel.Step 3: Choosing the color for the Depth
In 3D Format option, choose the Color for the depth as White, Background 1 and Darker 25%. Make the depth as 25 Pt.Step 4: Choosing the Material and Lighting
Choose the Material as Dark Edge. Choose the Lighting as Soft.Conclusion:
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