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How to Add Border Color to Text in Google Slides

Updated on:
June 9, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this step-by-step demo to learn how to add border color to text in Google Slides.
  1. Open your presentation in Google Slides.
  2. Click the text box so its border is selected.
  3. In the top toolbar, click Border color.
  4. Choose the color you want from the color picker.
  5. Click outside the text box to apply the new border color.

📌 Why this matters

Why This Matters

Adding border colors to text boxes transforms them from simple text containers into distinct design elements that guide your audience's attention. While you might initially think of borders as mere decoration, they actually serve as visual anchors that create hierarchy and structure on busy slides. This becomes especially valuable when presenting complex information or data-heavy content, where strategic use of colored borders can highlight key takeaways, separate different sections, or maintain brand consistency across multiple slides and presentations.

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