A2oz

How Do I Crop a Picture in Word?

Published in Image Editing 2 mins read

You can crop a picture in Microsoft Word using the Picture Tools ribbon. Here's how:

  1. Insert the picture: Click the Insert tab, then click Pictures. Select the image you want to crop.
  2. Select the picture: Click on the picture to select it. This will display the Picture Tools ribbon.
  3. Crop the picture: Click the Format tab in the Picture Tools ribbon.
    • Click the Crop button: This will display cropping handles around the picture.
    • Drag the handles: Drag the handles to adjust the crop area.
    • Press Enter: Once you're satisfied with the crop, press Enter to apply the changes.

Tips for Cropping:

  • Use the "Crop to Shape" option: The Crop to Shape button in the Picture Tools ribbon allows you to crop your image into a specific shape, such as a circle, rectangle, or star.
  • Use the "Crop to Fit" option: The Crop to Fit button in the Picture Tools ribbon automatically crops the image to fit the size of the text box it's in.
  • Use the "Crop to Content" option: The Crop to Content button in the Picture Tools ribbon automatically crops the image to remove any blank space around the image.

Example:

Let's say you want to crop a picture of a flower to focus on the blossom. You would follow the steps above and drag the handles to remove any unwanted portions of the image, such as the stems or leaves.

Related Articles