How do I insert text into a shape in Word? To insert text into a shape in a Microsoft Word document, access the Insert menu, click on the Text Box drop-down menu, and choose Draw Text Box.

Figure A Once you have a canvas, you can insert text, shapes, or write using one of the many pen options. Microsoft 365 desktop also lets you insert graphic files into the drawing layer.

Using this simple technique for filling text with an image, you can create unique textual designs in Microsoft Word. Here's how.