How to Decorate a Handout

Decorating a handout is a sure way to capture the attention of your audience and impress your teacher. You have many options for decorating your handout and making it interesting for those who will be using it. The time you spend looking for and adding artwork to your presentation will be well worth your effort.

Instructions

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      Add a photo or clip-art to your handout. If you would like to add a photo, you can either search online for a free stock photo or upload your own. For clip-art, check your document-creating program for available clip-art. If nothing fits your topic, conduct an online search through the program. If that is not an option, a simple Internet search on free clip-art will likely lead you to a website where you will be able to copy and paste the clip-art into your document.

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      Be creative with your bullet symbols to add visual appeal to your handout.

      Use creative symbols for bullet points. Most word processing programs have many options, including creating a custom shape. Choose one that either fits with your topic or adds interest to the overall appearance of the handout.

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      Using different fonts is an easy way to decorate your handout.

      Select a creative font or a combination of fonts throughout your handout. Choose an easily readable, not too distracting font size that is big enough for your audience to read. Most word processing programs have a multitude of fonts to choose from. Be creative and try to tie your fonts to your topic. For instance, if your handout has to do with children, select a font that looks like a child's handwriting. If you are doing a project on the Victorian era, choose a more elaborate font.

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      Insert a border around the edge of your handout. There are many border options in most word processing programs and there are also a number available online. If you don't find one that you like in the program you are using, do a quick online search for borders. Make sure that your border does not interfere with any of your text.

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