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title: "How To Change The Color Of A Shape In Google Slides"
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# How To Change The Color Of A Shape In Google Slides

Change the color of a shape in Google Slides for better design contrast. Adjust fill and border colors.

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1. Open your Google Slides presentation and select the **shape** you want to change.
2. Click on the **"Fill color"** icon (paint bucket) in the toolbar.
3. Choose a **preset color**, or click **"Custom"** to select a specific shade.
4. The shape will update instantly with the new color.
5. To change the **border color**, click on the **"Border color"** icon (pencil) and select a color.
6. Adjust the **border weight** and **style** if needed using the respective toolbar options.