Removing the background from an image can be a valuable technique when working with visuals in Microsoft Word. Whether you want to create a professional-looking document or customize an image, knowing how to remove the background can make your designs stand out. In this blog post, we will walk you through the process of removing the background from a picture in Word, using simple steps and built-in tools.
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Step 1: Insert the Picture in Word To begin, launch Microsoft Word and open a new or existing document. Navigate to the desired location where you want to insert the picture. Click on the “Insert” tab in the toolbar, select “Pictures,” and choose the image you want to work with. The picture will appear in your document.
Step 2: Select the Picture Click on the inserted picture to select it. You will notice that a new tab called “Picture Format” appears in the toolbar.
Step 3: Remove the Background in Word Within the “Picture Format” tab, locate and click on the “Remove Background” button. Word will automatically attempt to remove the background from the selected image. The background will be marked with a magenta color overlay.
Step 4: Refine the Background Removal If Word’s automatic background removal is not precise or if you want to fine-tune the selection, go to the “Background Removal” tab that appears after clicking on “Remove Background.” Here, you will find additional options to improve the background removal.
Step 5: Use the “Mark Areas to Keep” and “Mark Areas to Remove” Tools In the “Background Removal” tab, you can utilize the “Mark Areas to Keep” and “Mark Areas to Remove” tools. These tools allow you to manually refine the selection by indicating which parts of the image should be included or excluded from the background removal.
Step 6: Preview and Finalize After refining the selection, click on the “Keep Changes” button to remove the background from the image. Word will update the picture to display the edited version without the background. You can now further adjust the image or continue working on your document.
Conclusion: With Microsoft Word’s built-in tools, removing the background from a picture has become more accessible than ever. By following the step-by-step guide outlined in this blog post, you can effortlessly remove backgrounds from images, creating visually captivating documents that meet your specific requirements.