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How to Fix Fonts Not Changing for Persian or Arabic Text in PowerPoint
Question details
The user is unable to apply selected fonts to Persian or Arabic text in PowerPoint, particularly in mixed-language paragraphs.
- Product
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Editing presentations with mixed right-to-left (RTL) and left-to-right (LTR) text.
- Observed behavior
- Selected fonts do not apply to Persian or Arabic text, even if the same font works correctly in Microsoft Word. Selecting the font from the dropdown list fails to change the text appearance.
Ensure that the specific font you are trying to use has built-in support for Persian or Arabic glyphs, as some fonts only contain English characters.
Manually Type the Font Name
Bypass the font dropdown menu by manually entering the font name, which can force PowerPoint to apply it correctly to the text.
Sometimes the font selection dropdown in PowerPoint fails to properly register a change for complex scripts like Arabic or Persian. Manually typing the name forces the application to re-evaluate the text rendering.
Highlight the specific Persian or Arabic text in your slide that is not changing to the desired font.
Navigate to the 'Home' tab on the top ribbon and click directly inside the Font name box.
Type the exact name of the Arabic or Persian font you want to use and press the 'Enter' key on your keyboard.
Test the Font in a New Presentation
Determine if the font issue is specific to your current file or if it is a broader compatibility problem in PowerPoint.
Create Multi-language Presentations Seamlessly with WPS Office
Experiencing font issues with right-to-left languages in Microsoft PowerPoint? Try WPS Office. It provides robust support for complex scripts like Arabic and Persian, ensuring your fonts display perfectly across all your slides.
- 1. Install WPS Office: Download and install the free WPS Office suite on your device.
- 2. Open your presentation: Launch WPS Presentation and open your existing .pptx file.
- 3. Apply your fonts: Select your Persian or Arabic text and easily apply your preferred fonts without rendering glitches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my Arabic font work in Word but not in PowerPoint?
Microsoft Word and PowerPoint use different text rendering engines. A font that perfectly supports complex scripts and right-to-left formatting in Word might not be fully optimized or supported by PowerPoint's specific text engine.
How can I format paragraphs containing both English and Persian text?
It is often best to apply a dedicated complex script font specifically to the Persian/Arabic text and a standard font to the English text. Additionally, ensure your text box is set to the 'Right-to-Left' text direction in the paragraph settings for proper alignment.
What should I do if typing the font name manually doesn't work?
If manual entry fails, verify that the font is correctly installed in your operating system's fonts folder and try restarting PowerPoint. If the issue persists, the font file itself may be corrupted or fundamentally incompatible with PowerPoint.
