Bulk Format
The Bulk Format tool lets you apply formatting changes to multiple objects across your presentation by matching and updating specific properties.
What It Does
- Searches for objects that match specific properties of your reference object
- Applies formatting changes to all matching objects simultaneously
- Works across single slides, selected slides, or entire presentations
- Updates properties like colors, sizes, fonts, and animations
When to Use It
- Standardize branding elements across your presentation
- Update formatting for objects sharing specific properties
- Fix inconsistencies in:
- Shape colors and styles
- Text formatting
- Bullet point styles
- Animation effects
- Line styles
- Object sizes
How to Use It
- Select a reference object on your slide
- Open the Bulk Format tool
- Set your search criteria:
- Choose which properties must match your reference object
- Hold Shift to select multiple criteria
- Click the three dots to see all options
- Select your search scope:
- All slides
- Selected slides
- Current slide only
- Choose the properties you want to update:
- Select properties in the CHANGE OPTIONS section
- Hold Shift to select multiple properties
- Click the three dots for more options
- Click OK to apply your changes
Tips
- Test your changes on a single slide before applying them presentation-wide
- Save your presentation before making bulk changes
- Monitor the RESULT counter to see how many objects will be affected
- Start with broader search criteria and narrow down if needed
- Add frequently used search criteria to "favorite criteria" for quick access
- When selecting a grouped object, choose whether to use the highlighted shape or select a different element
- Your change properties can be different from your search properties