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title: "How to delete a text box in PowerPoint"
description: "Easily delete a text box in PowerPoint with a few simple clicks. Learn how to remove unwanted text boxes from your slides."
url: "https://www.clueso.io/tutorials/how-to-delete-a-text-box-in-powerpoint"
updated: "2026-08-31T13:24:52.002Z"
---

# How to delete a text box in PowerPoint

Easily delete a text box in PowerPoint with a few simple clicks. Learn how to remove unwanted text boxes from your slides.

In this article, you'll learn how to delete a text box in PowerPoint.

1. **Right-click** on the text box you wish to remove.

2. From the pop-up menu, **select the Cut option**.

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Your text box is now deleted.

**FAQs**

1. **What happens when I delete a text box in PowerPoint?**

When you delete a text box, all the text within it is also removed.

2. **Can I recover a deleted text box in PowerPoint?**

Yes, you can recover a deleted text box by using the Undo option immediately after deletion.

3. **Can I delete multiple text boxes at once in PowerPoint?**

Yes, by holding down the Shift key and clicking on each text box, you can select multiple boxes. Then, follow the same deletion process.