Question

which tool is used to add text boxes to a slide?

Answer 1

To add text anywhere on a slide (outside placeholders), click on the Insert menu --> Text Box, or on the text box icon on the drawing toolbar.
Click and hold down the left mouse button while you drag the mouse.
When l the box is the size you want it, release the mouse button. Click inside the text box and start typing.

if word .... layout page or there is and option ...Add text .... (Insert menu)

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