Step-by-step
1
Open SmartFlags
Find it in the top ribbon after installation.
2
Search "Maldives"
Select Maldives 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| Brand protection | Colors & design follow each flag’s standard | Random web PNGs can be wrong shades/shape or outdated |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 Maldives
Date adopted: 25 July 1965
Symbolism: The red color represents the blood of those who fought for independence, the green rectangle symbolizes peace and prosperity, and the white crescent moon represents Islam, the state religion.
- Pantone colours: Red, Green, White
- Aspect ratio: 2 : 3
- Hanging protocol: The flag is typically hung with the red rectangle as the background, the green rectangle centered inside it, and the white crescent and star centered within the green rectangle, with the crescent opening to the fly side (right).
- Design pitfall: A common mistake is reversing the crescent so it opens to the hoist side (left) instead of the fly side.
