Inserting a Graphic From a File /text/swriter/guide/insert_graphic_dialog.xhp pictures; inserting by dialog inserting; pictures, by dialog Inserting a Graphic From a File Click in the document where you want to insert the graphic. Choose Insert - Image - From File. Locate the graphic file that you want to insert, and then click Open. By default, the inserted graphic is centered above the paragraph that you clicked in.