Shown below are the two Background Menus

To add a background color, gradient, texture, pattern or picture, follow the directions on the right.

1. Choose Background from the Format Menu.
2. Click on the small pull down menu found on the lower half of the dialogue box.
3. You may choose a color or choose "Fill Effects".
4. Choose the Gradient, Texture, Pattern or Picture you wish to use. In the example, I have chosen Parchment from the Texture Area.
5. Click OK
6. If you want to apply the background to all of the slides click "Apply to All".

Caution: Busy backgrounds can distract from your content and make the text hard to read. Design your presentation to fit your audience.