What is the first step to group selected images in PowerPoint?

To group selected images in PowerPoint, the first step is accessing the Arrange Ribbon Group. This step involves highlighting or selecting the images you want to group together, and then navigating to the Arrange section within the Format options. The Arrange Ribbon Group is specifically designed for organizing and manipulating the arrangement of objects on a slide, including grouping multiple images.

This initial step is crucial because it provides access to various organizational tools, including alignment, grouping, and layering options. Grouping images allows for easier management of multiple objects as a single entity, simplifying tasks such as moving, resizing, or applying effects to all selected images at once.

The other methods—while they can lead to grouping images—fail to serve as the first logical step in the grouping process. Using the Format Ribbon Tab or right-clicking can be subsequent actions but do not directly indicate the clear pathway to accessing the critical Arrange tools immediately. Pressing the Group button is also part of the grouping process but assumes prior actions of selecting and accessing the necessary functions. Starting with the Arrange Ribbon Group streamlines the workflow and is aligned with PowerPoint's organization for managing multiple elements effectively.