"Mark Areas to Keep/Remove" ribbons on Background Remove are not popping up

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2026-03-24T23:11:10.3666667+00:00

I am trying to remove the background on some photos in Power Point but when I click "Remove Background," I am automatically taken to the "Edit Picture" page where the program removes the background. However, there is no further option for me to manually refine it. The Mark Areas to Keep/Remove ribbons are no longer shown. How do I get those back?

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Alison A 5,315 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff Admin
2026-04-14T15:44:49.86+00:00

Hello,

The solution outlined here should help: Is there anyway to use the OLD Remove background tool instead of the new slop?

Just a quick note: the link will take you to a different community space outside of Microsoft Q&A.

Hope this helps!

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  1. Arlene D 36,225 Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-03-25T00:53:40.96+00:00

    Hi,

    Are you using the simplified ribbon or the full ribbon in PowerPoint?

    Select the picture, go to Picture Format, then choose Remove Background. If “Mark Areas to Keep/Remove” is missing, turn off the simplified ribbon at the top right or maximize the window so all commands show. If still missing, update Office from File > Account > Update Options > Update Now to restore the full background removal tools.

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