How to merge picture, text and shapes in PowerPoint and other related tricks

[@Mem81235]

What version of powerpoint is this? My version doesn't allow me to merge shapes. The merge shapes option isn't presented to me.

[@pickupbrain]

This is office 365.

[@pandesurf]

Wow thank you 🙏

[@pickupbrain]

You’re welcome 😊

[@demsaunders2255]

I can't see the only thing I needed to see because several boxes of other videos are blocking my view. This is VERY annoying.

[@bucinbucin]

can it be done in ppt 2011?

[@mahimahabil4795]

How to select the two shapes in laptop without mouse?

[@paulferry9124]

im having the same problem rn

[@mahimahabil4795]

@@paulferry9124 just hold to control button while you select
Select 1st shape and constantly press control button then move to second shape select it by pressing continuesly control button.