Step-by-step
1
Open SmartFlags
Find it in the top ribbon after installation.
2
Search "Ireland"
Select Ireland in the list below.
3
Click INSERT
The flag drops onto your slide, ready to move and resize.
Why use SmartFlags?
| SmartFlags | DIY download | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand protection | Colors & design follow each flag’s standard | Random web PNGs can be wrong shades/shape or outdated |
| Legal peace‑of‑mind | Licensed or license-free SVGs and PNGs | Potential for copyright violation |
| Bulk flag insert | One-click to add flags of countries found on all slides | Manual hunt‑and-replace flag by flag, slide by slide |
| File size | Optimized images around 10kB (10-100x smaller) | High‑res PNGs that bloat presentations |
| Total cost | Low annual cost / seat | "Free" = costly staff time + legal risk + reputation risk |
SmartFlags works on Office 2019+ or Microsoft 365 (Win/Mac)
Facts about the flag of Ireland
Date adopted: 21 January 1919
Symbolism: The green represents the Gaelic tradition of Ireland, the orange represents the followers of William of Orange in Ireland, and the white represents the aspiration for peace between them.
- Pantone colours: Green, White, Orange
- Aspect ratio: 1 : 2
- Hanging protocol: The flag of Ireland is typically hung vertically with the green stripe at the hoist side (left), followed by white in the middle, and orange on the fly side (right).
- Design pitfall: A common mistake is confusing the Irish flag with the Ivory Coast flag, which has the orange stripe at the hoist side and green on the fly side.
