Step-by-step
1
Open SmartFlags
Find it in the top ribbon after installation.
2
Search "U.S."
Select U.S. 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| Brand protection | Colors & design follow each flag’s standard | Random web PNGs can be wrong shades/shape or outdated |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 U.S.
Date adopted: 14 June 1777
Designer: Continental Congress
Symbolism: The 50 stars represent the 50 states of the United States of America, and the 13 stripes represent the thirteen British colonies that declared independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain.
- Pantone colours: Pantone 193 C, White, Pantone 281 C
- Aspect ratio: 10 : 19
- Hanging protocol: The U.S. flag is typically hung with the union (blue field with stars) at the top left corner from the observer's perspective.
- Design pitfall: A common mistake is displaying the flag with the union on the right side, which is incorrect.
Flag details
ISO 3166-1 Alpha-2us
Aspect ratio10 : 19
Official colours
Last updated2025-05-01
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