Changing Fonts Option not visible in slide master.

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Changing Fonts Option not visible in slide master.

Venkata Palle 0

Changing Fonts Option/Add custom fonts to theme is not visible in slide master.

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Answer 1

Bob Jones AKA CyberTaz MVP 437.8K

Although there is no provision in the Mac Office programs for creating custom Theme Fonts it can be done

by importing the Theme from a file created by a Windows version,
by copying the Windows .thmx or Theme Fonts file to the appropriate Themes location on the Mac, or
by writing the Theme Fonts OOXML file.

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Venkata Palle 0

Thanks for the quick reply .. now for MAC users ..where is this Customize Fonts.. Located ?

Michelle-N 20,740 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-09-17T06:08:40.83+00:00

Hi @Venkata Palle

Based on my previous answers and the information from Bob Jones, we can confirm that the ability to create custom font themes is currently not a feature in PowerPoint for Mac.

Therefore, the best workaround at this time is to define the custom fonts on a Windows machine and then edit the file on your Mac. I know this is quite inconvenient, and for that, I apologize. I will ensure this feedback is escalated, and I hope Microsoft will be able to provide a fix for this in a future update
Venkata Palle 0 Reputation points

2025-09-17T08:06:40.3166667+00:00

But I dont have Windows laptop with me. I cant buy new windows laptop for just customizing the fonts. Its really bad MAC dont have option to customize fonts. Powerpoint is useless now, We cant implement our branding guidelines. I think this issue is there from long time.. But its not resolved till now.. Its really bad user experience.
Michelle-N 20,740 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-09-17T10:44:14.5933333+00:00

Hi @Venkata Palle

I sincerely apologize for such a poor experience you've had. Feedback like yours is vital for helping the community improve, and I will be sure to pass your comments on to our development team. This will ensure they are aware of the issue and can hopefully add this feature as soon as possible.
Venkata Palle 0 Reputation points

2025-09-17T11:06:27.4666667+00:00

Meanwhile please send me a windows laptop. Based on BOB JONES idea I will send it back once I have created a template.
Michelle-N 20,740 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-09-17T14:35:03.5866667+00:00

Hi @Venkata Palle

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. However, as forum moderators, our responsibility is to guide users to official information and resources from Microsoft. Due to the nature of our role, we are unable to assist with services such as providing a loaner Windows machine as you mentioned.

Please rest assured that your feedback is always valued, and I will ensure it is passed on to the appropriate teams

Answer 3

Michelle-N 20,740 Microsoft External Staff Moderator

Hi @Venkata Palle

Thank you for posting question to Microsoft Q&A.

This is a very common point of confusion, and the issue you're facing is due to a long-standing user interface difference between PowerPoint for Windows and PowerPoint for Mac. The "Customize Fonts..." button that appears at the bottom of the Fonts dropdown in the Slide Master view on Windows does not exist in that location on PowerPoint for macOS.

I sincerely apologize that this feature is inconsistent across platforms, making the process less intuitive for Mac users. I will raise these issues with the development product and engineering teams. Feedback from organizations like yours that have recently migrated is incredibly valuable. Highlighting these specific pain points is crucial for them to understand real-world user needs and to help them prioritize future development and improvements.

Thank you for your understand. Wish you a pleasant day!

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Michelle-N 20,740 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Moderator

2025-09-16T14:49:29.2333333+00:00

Hi @Venkata Palle

Update: I have just tested a workaround that I believe might be successful for you.

The method is to use a Windows computer to set up the custom font theme in PowerPoint for Windows, and then subsequently use your Mac to edit the content.

Could you please try this and let me know the result? If you require more information or a detailed step-by-step guide, please let me know.

Wish you a pleasant day!
E Chrom 0 Reputation points

2026-09-28T18:24:54.8933333+00:00

Hello Michelle-N, thank you for your efforts in helping with this issue. As a mac user I don't have a Windows computer nearby and I can't do what you suggested. I'm using Microsoft Office 2024 for Mac and the last update I performed was on September 18, 2026. It's been a year since this topic was opened and the problem still persists. Since the ability to change the fonts related to a theme is a basic function related to the use of themes in slides, would it be possible for this inconsistency to be observed in the next updates? Sincerely.