Shape Fill: Gradient A Gradient is a method for creating a gradual change in the intensity of the color. The Gradient has a start (top, center, bottom) and a direction.   4. Try it: Edit the Fill Gradient Go to Slide 3. Select the bottom Text Box. Go to Home ->Drawing->Shape Fill. Go to Gradient.   Where Have You Seen This Before? The Gradient gallery has more choices than the Quick Styles. The options include Light and Dark Variations.   Keep going... Exam 77-883: Microsoft PowerPoint 2010 2. Creating a Slide Presentation 2.6. Format text boxes: Shape Fill-Gradient Home ->Drawing->Shape Fill-> Gradient