How do I insert text into a shape in Word? To insert text into a shape in a Microsoft Word document, access the Insert menu, click on the Text Box drop-down menu, and choose Draw Text Box.

Using this simple technique for filling text with an image, you can create unique textual designs in Microsoft Word. Here's how.

Figure A Once you have a canvas, you can insert text, shapes, or write using one of the many pen options. Microsoft 365 desktop also lets you insert graphic files into the drawing layer.