To resize the placeholder correctly, which tab do you need to use?

To resize a placeholder in PowerPoint, the most appropriate tab to use is the Drawing Tools Format tab. This tab comes into play when you have selected a shape or a placeholder, providing options that are specifically designed for formatting and adjusting the attributes of shapes, including size adjustments.

When you click on a placeholder, the Drawing Tools Format tab appears in the Ribbon, giving you access to various features such as resizing, rotating, and formatting the shape. The tools available in this tab are specifically tailored for working with objects on your slides, making it the ideal choice for resizing placeholders.

The other tabs do not provide the necessary options for resizing a placeholder. The Insert tab is typically used for adding elements like images, charts, and shapes rather than modifying their size. The Design tab focuses on the overall design and layout of the presentation, while the Transitions tab deals with slide transitions rather than individual object adjustments. Therefore, the Drawing Tools Format tab is the correct choice for resizing a placeholder effectively.