- Set the page size and margins in the Page Setup window
- Insert the picture via the Insert tab
- Resize the picture adjust its position and add a border and shadow via the Format tab
Picture perfect: that’s what you’ll be aiming for when you want to make a picture fill the whole page in Microsoft Word. It’s a great way to make your document stand out and it’s surprisingly easy to do. Read on to learn how to make a picture fill the whole page in Word.
1. Setting the Page Size
The first step to making a picture fill the whole page is to set the page size. To do this go to the Layout tab and select Page Setup. In the Page Setup window select the Paper tab and then select the size of the paper you want to use. You can choose from a variety of sizes including A4 Letter and Legal.
Once you’ve selected the size of the paper you’ll need to set the margins. To do this select the Margins tab and then select the size of the margins you want to use. You can choose from a variety of sizes including Narrow Normal and Wide.
2. Inserting the Picture
Now that you’ve set the page size and margins it’s time to insert the picture. To do this go to the Insert tab and select Pictures. Then select the picture you want to use and click Insert.
3. Resizing the Picture
Now that you’ve inserted the picture you’ll need to resize it so it fills the whole page. To do this click on the picture and then click the Format tab. In the Format tab select the Size tab and then select the size of the picture you want to use. You can choose from a variety of sizes including Small Medium and Large.
4. Adjusting the Picture
Now that you’ve resized the picture you’ll need to adjust it so it fits the page perfectly. To do this select the picture and then click the Format tab. In the Format tab select the Position tab and then select the position of the picture you want to use. You can choose from a variety of positions including Top Left Top Center and Top Right.
5. Adding a Border
If you want to add a border to the picture you can do so by selecting the picture and then clicking the Format tab. In the Format tab select the Picture Border tab and then select the type of border you want to use. You can choose from a variety of borders including Solid Dotted and Dashed.
6. Adding a Shadow
If you want to add a shadow to the picture you can do so by selecting the picture and then clicking the Format tab. In the Format tab select the Picture Effects tab and then select the type of shadow you want to use. You can choose from a variety of shadows including Shadow Reflection and Glow.
7. Finishing Up
Once you’ve adjusted the picture added a border and added a shadow you’re ready to make your picture fill the whole page. To do this select the picture and then click the Format tab. In the Format tab select the Wrap Text tab and then select the type of wrap you want to use. You can choose from a variety of wraps including In Line with Text Square and Tight.
And there you have it – you now know how to make a picture fill the whole page in Microsoft Word. With a few simple steps you can make your document stand out and get the perfect picture perfect look.
2. Adjusting the Image Size
It’s time to adjust the size of the image to make it fill the page. The first step is to select the image. You can do this by clicking on it. Once the image is selected you can use the handles around the image to resize it. Drag the handles to make the image larger or smaller depending on your needs. If you want to make the image larger you can also use the Format Picture option in the Picture Tools tab. Here you can adjust the size of the image by entering specific dimensions.
Once the image is the size you want you can use the Position option in the Format Picture tab to position it in the center of the page. You can also use the Align option to align the image to the left or right of the page.
If you want to make the image fill the whole page you can use the Fill option. This will stretch the image to fit the page. You can also use the Scale option to adjust the size of the image.
Finally you can use the Wrap Text option to adjust how the text appears around the image. You can choose from several options including In Front of Text Behind Text and In Line with Text.
Once you have adjusted the size and position of the image it should fill the whole page. You can now move on to adding a border and a shadow to the image if desired.
3. Inserting the Image
Inserting the image is the next step in making it fill the whole page in Word. It’s actually quite simple as long as you know where to look. First you’ll need to open the document you want to insert the image into. Then select the Insert tab at the top of the window. From there you’ll see a few options including Pictures. Click on that option and you’ll be able to select the image you want to use.
Once you’ve chosen the image it will appear on your page. However it may be too small or too large for the page. To fix this you’ll need to resize the image. To do this click on the image and select the Size tab. From there you can adjust the image’s size to fit the page.
Once the image is the right size you can also adjust its appearance. To do this select the Format tab. Here you can change the brightness contrast and color of the image. You can also add a border or shadow to the image.
Finally you can finish up by adding any additional text or images you may need. To do this select the Insert tab and choose the appropriate option. Once you’re finished your image should fill the whole page in Word.
4. Finishing Touches
Now that your image is perfectly sized and placed it’s time to give it a few finishing touches to make it look even more professional. Here are some ideas:
Adding a Border
Adding a border around your image can give it a nice finished look. To do this in Word select the image then go to the Format tab. Under the Shape Outline dropdown menu you can choose from a variety of line styles and colors.
Adding a Shadow
Adding a shadow to your image can add a bit of depth and texture. To do this in Word select the image then go to the Format tab. Under the Shape Effects dropdown menu you can choose from a variety of shadow styles and colors.
Adjusting the Image Size
Sometimes the size of your image may not be quite right. To adjust the size of your image select it and then use the Size handles on the corners and sides to resize it. You can also use the Size options on the Format tab to enter exact measurements.
Inserting the Image
If you need to insert a new image into your document you can do so by going to the Insert tab and selecting Picture. From there you can select an image from your computer or from a cloud storage service. Once the image is inserted you can follow the steps above to make it fill the page.