Set defaults for new pictures, shapes, and drawing objects

You can set the fill color, line weight, and line color as the default for new pictures, shapes, or drawing objects.

  1. Right-click the picture, shape, or drawing object that has the attributes you want to use as the default.
  2. On the shortcut menu, click Format Picture or Format AutoShape.
  3. In the dialog box, click the Colors and Lines tab.
  4. Select the Default for new objects check box.