Step-by-step
1
Open SmartFlags
Find it in the top ribbon after installation.
2
Search "Tokelau"
Select Tokelau 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| Brand protection | Colors & design follow each flag’s standard | Random web PNGs can be wrong shades/shape or outdated |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 Tokelau
Date adopted: 7 September 2009
Symbolism: The flag features a stylized Polynesian canoe in yellow, sailing towards the Southern Cross, symbolizing a journey towards a hopeful future. The blue background represents the Pacific Ocean.
- Pantone colours: Pantone 286 C, White, Pantone 123 C
- Aspect ratio: 1 : 2
- Hanging protocol: The flag is typically hung with the red field at the top left (hoist side) and the stars arranged on the blue field to the right.
- Design pitfall: Common mistake is confusing the arrangement of the four stars representing the islands, which should be in the shape of the Southern Cross constellation.
