Go to Shape Effects, select Shadow, and Offset: Bottom.ħ. Go to the Merge Shapes, and select Subtract.Ħ. Now click your first shape (rectangle), hold the Shift key, and click the second shape (jagged). Start at the bottom outside of your rectangle and draw a jagged torn edge and close the shape.Ĥ. Go to the Shape Format tab, and select Freeform: Scribble.ģ. With just a few simple steps, you can create this unique and stylish design element that is sure to grab your audience’s attention.įun fact: the torn paper effect was used in the popular film Avatar as part of the opening scene! In this blog post, we’ll show you how easy it is to create this same tear-away style in PowerPoint.ġ. Adding a torn paper effect to a PowerPoint presentation can give it an eye-catching, modern look.