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Using SmartArt

In this lesson, you will learn...

1. To insert SmartArt graphics into your presentations.

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Creating SmartArt from a List
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In this exercise, you will add and resize a SmartArt graphic and add text to it.

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• To modify SmartArt graphics.

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