In PowerPoint, is it possible to lock the position and scale of an image that was inserted into a segment of a pie chart so that it does not morph or distort when the chart values change?

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In PowerPoint, is it possible to lock the position and scale of an image that was inserted into a segment of a pie chart so that it does not morph or distort when the chart values change?

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The idea is to place a tyre image into a pie chart so that when data is inputted, segments of the tyre is revealed. However, when the segment the tyre image is in changes in size (e.g. 70% to 25%), the image also morphs or distorts. I want to know if there is a way to lock the image in position and scale without having to manually adjust its scale or position? I have tried a version using a static image with a chart overlayed on top, but it's not exactly what the client is looking for.

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Answer 1

Hello,

Welcome to the Microsoft Community Forum. Please accept our warmest regards and sincerest hope that all is well despite the situation you find yourself in.

In PowerPoint, when an image is inserted into a segment of a pie chart, it will resize and distort along with the segment when the chart values change. Unfortunately, there is no built-in feature to lock the position and scale of an image within a pie chart segment to prevent it from morphing or distorting when the chart values change.

One workaround you can try is to use animations to reveal the segments of the tyre image as the chart values change. This way, you can control how the image is revealed without it distorting. You can use animations like "Wipe" or "Fade" to gradually show different parts of the tyre image as the chart values change.

Alternatively, you can consider creating a custom animation using PowerPoint's animation features to simulate the effect of revealing different segments of the tyre image without distorting it. This may require more manual adjustments, but it can give you more control over how the image is displayed as the chart values change.

Hope this helps.

Best Regards,

Fordy B.

Microsoft Community Moderator

Answer 2

Hi,

We have noticed that you have not replied to our last response. We would like to know if the issue you have raised to us is still on-going. If yes, please reply to the thread so we can continue troubleshooting your concern.

Regards,

Fordy B.

Microsoft Moderator

Answer 3

Hi,

This is my second follow up regarding to your issue. We would like to know if the issue you have raised to us is still on going. If yes, please reply to the thread so we can continue troubleshooting your concern.

Thank you.

Regards,

Fordy B.

Microsoft Moderator

Answer 4

Hi

Apologies for only getting back now. I have been a bit busy with other projects. In regards to this PPT the client hasn't provided any feedback or further instructions on the slide as they have asked their IT guys to also try and find a solution.

I have provided some alternative options for them and explained to them that what they want is not entirely possible on PPT at the moment.

I appreciate the assistance and patience.

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In PowerPoint, is it possible to lock the position and scale of an image that was inserted into a segment of a pie chart so that it does not morph or distort when the chart values change?

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