Learn how you can add 3-D Depth to shapes in PowerPoint 2016 for Windows. Depth in PowerPoint 3D is similar to extrusion.
Author: Geetesh Bajaj
Product/Version: PowerPoint 2016 for Windows
OS: Microsoft Windows 7 and higher
Depth, as a parameter for 3-D objects plays a very important role. In simple terms, Depth is the distance from the highest to the lowest, and typically has a value that's larger than zero. Even though you rotate a shape that has a Depth of zero, you won't see any optimum results. So, you can first rotate your object, but you must add Depth soon after.
Look at Figure 1 below, where you can see the original shape with a Bevel effect on the left. The shape thereafter has been applied some 3-D Rotation without any Depth. The final shape on the right has Depth added. You can add depth to your shapes using details provided in this tutorial.
Figure 1: Adding Rotation and Depth to a 3-D object
If you are familiar with 3-D programs, you will realize that depth in PowerPoint is similar to extrusion. To use an analogy, a thick book will show depth when placed on the shelf. A single sheet of paper on the other hand has almost no depth. You can add depth to your shapes using details provided in this tutorial.
Follow these steps to apply Depth to a shape in PowerPoint 2016 for Windows:
See Also:
Shape Effects: Apply 3-D Depth to Shapes (Glossary Page)
Apply 3-D Depth to Shapes in PowerPoint 2013 for Windows
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