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How to Create a Presentation Using Google Slides

Last Updated: November 30, 2023

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This tutorial will show you how to make a PowerPoint-like presentation using Google Slides. Presentations can be used for school, business, and so much more.

• You can also just type in https://slides.google.com , log in if you haven't already, and will be taken to the Slides page.
• If you don't have a Google account, learn to create one now!

• For more options, hover over the arrow on the right edge of the Google Slides option, where a smaller drop-down menu will appear. From here you can select to create a presentation from a template or a blank slide.

• Be sure to add a title and subtitle by clicking where you are prompted to add text.

• You can also change a pre-existing slide's layout by clicking the layout option on the upper editing bar.

• As you add animations to each element by clicking the blue "+ Select an object to animate", they will begin to pile up. Click on each one to edit it.
• Change the transition from slide to slide by clicking the default "Slide: No transition" at the top of the sidebar. You can choose whether to apply to all slides or just one.
• Preview your animations by clicking Play at the bottom of the sidebar.
• Remove an animation by clicking the small x on its rectangle, and drag each animation up or down to change the order.

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To create a new Google Slides presentation, open a web browser and go to Slides.Google.com. If you want to start from a template, you can choose one from the template gallery. Otherwise, click "Blank" to create a new blank presentation. Your blank presentation starts with a single simple slide with space to enter a title and subtitle. You can personalize this slide, as well as other slides you add, by editing the placeholder text, as well as choosing a slide theme from the panel to the right. To insert another slide, click the "Insert" menu and select "New Slide," or press "Control M" for a quick keyboard shortcut. You'll also find other things you can add to your slide on the Insert menu, including the option to add an image, a text box for typing, videos, shapes, charts, and other features. After adding a new slide, click the "Layout" menu to choose a slide layout—you can give each slide its own layout or reuse the same layout as much as necessary. Edit the placeholder text, and then insert objects from the Insert menu. To move an object, click the arrow in the toolbar, hover the mouse cursor around the object's border line until it turns to a 4-point arrow, and then click and drag it. Each slide you add will have a thumbnail in the left panel—click a slide's thumbnail to open that slide for editing. To see your presentation as a viewer would, click your first slide in the left panel, and then click "Present" at the top corner. Click the Escape key to go back to editing. Google Slides also has some built-in effects you can access from the "Transition" menu—here you can animate a slide's transition into the next slide, as well as animate individual objects. To apply an effect, background, theme, layout, or any other setting to more than one slide at once, select the slides in the left panel by holding down the Control key as you click each thumbnail. Your presentation will automatically save to your Google Drive as you work—type a name for the presentation in the top-left corner so you can easily find the file when you need it. Did this summary help you? Yes No

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This screencast is a speed round of my very favorite PowerPoint tricks. It's a great resource to learn how to make a presentable PowerPoint. I'll walk you through ten of my favorite PowerPoint tips and tricks to create a better presentation.

Keep reading for an illustrated version of these good PPT tips (and more) that you can use to improve your PowerPoint presentations. You'll see 30 of our favorite PowerPoint presentation tips and tricks, including techniques to update slide master PowerPoint 2024 designs.

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We all want to be remembered. The best PowerPoint slideshow help to make a mark on the audience. There are tried-and-true ways to do just that, and expert Neil Tomlinson shares expertise on being remembered:

Get your main point into the presentation as early as possible (this avoids any risk of audience fatigue or attention span waning), then substantiate your point with facts, figures etc and then reiterate your point at the end in a ‘Summary’.

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Also, don’t forget to practice your presentation. Go through your slide deck a few times to make sure you know it like the back of your hand when the big day arrives. Doing so helps you feel more confident. It'll reduce any anxiety and nervousness you might feel as the presentation day approaches.

What's the best way to rehears for a good PowerPoint? Here's one of the top PowerPoint presentation tips from expert presenter Sandra Zimmer :

Once slides are ready, practice one slide at a time aloud until you feel like you know it and like the flow of speech. Be willing to change anything that does not feel in flow. At the end of learning all your slides, practice the whole talk.

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3. Adapt Your Presentation to the Audience

Let's say that you're a seasoned presenter with a pretty standard set of presentation topics. Maybe you're an expert in your field, and you're asked to give a PPT presentation frequently on similar topics.

That's the value of being an expert. You might have a standard spiel that you give your audiences, and your content won't totally change from one presentation to another. That's why it helps to make only slight tweaks to adapt your presentation to each audience.

Leading presentation expert Suzannah Baum offered up this advice:

Different audiences will have different needs and different challenges, which requires me to re-sequence the slides, or create new ones. I tend to do a lot of research on my audiences – via surveys, interviews, and conversations with the hiring manager – to help me better understand what information would be most relevant to them.

How do you adapt to your audience? Here are a few more tips:

• Learn about them. If you're asked to speak, talk to the curator of the presentation to learn more about the audience and their background.
• Ask about them! With contact details, send out a survey or a response link to ask for feedback and preparation info. Ask leading questions like "what do you want to learn?"
• Consider the environment.  If you're presenting via Zoom, your style will differ from presenting in person. The key is to acknowledge the difference and adapt to your environment.

Learn everything you can about your audience. Learning how to make a presentable PowerPoint is all about thinking of the recipient, not the presenter!

4. Use a Custom Font

A PowerPoint presentation tip that'll make your slideshow more interesting and more engaging is to use a custom font.

Fonts set the tone for your presentation. So, when you use a premium font, you’re opting for a high-quality font while also adding a personal or creative touch. 

When choosing a font, remember that you want everyone to read your text easily. 

5. Use Contrast

One PowerPoint trick is to use contrast to make some of your text stand out or make it easier to read.

If you’re putting text over an image on our PowerPoint slide, you may need to use a white box with black text in it to make your text easier to read. You can also use contrasting colors to highlight important text.

6. Avoid Too Many Animations

Another PowerPoint tip is to avoid having too many animations or transitions.

When you've got too many animations, it can be distracting to the audience. It’s not only distracting, but it's unprofessional.

It’s best to stick to one or two animations throughout your presentation. Also, if you've got any animations in your presentation, make sure to test them to see if they work before presenting.

7. Add Audio

Include audio on a slide on PowerPoint to increase audience engagement. Audio can be anything from fun sound effects to interview clips. You can even add an audio clip of your voice.

Audio gives you a break from speaking while also engaging the audience. Envato Elements has hundreds of premium audio clips if you want to add some.

8. Use the Rule of Three

One PowerPoint tip and trick is to follow the rules of PowerPoint.

One of those rules is the rule of three. It's where you start by dividing your presentation into thirds. Everything should come in thirds, so if you use bullet points, you should only have three. If you use icons, you should only have three.

When things come in threes, it's easier to remember them. For more information, read this informative article:

9. Use a Custom PPT Theme Design

Above all, consistently use custom PowerPoint themes. Microsoft has built-in themes that you can use for free, sure. But the premium themes that are on Envato Elements   are a major step-up from PowerPoint's built-in themes. 

When you subscribe to Envato Elements, you'll have access to unlimited downloads of all the PowerPoint themes. Right now, Envato Elements has almost 4,000 PowerPoint themes and that number is always growing. You'll learn tips for a good PowerPoint presentation by using the best templates.

10. Make Use of Charts and Graphs

Illustrate your data with the use of charts and graphs. Not only will you be able to make your presentation more visually appealing, but you'll also help your audience remember the information better.

Many PowerPoint templates already include chart and graph elements. Easily customize them to make your data and stats more interesting and easier to understand.

Want to learn more about how to use data? Turn to expert Adrienne J ohnston , a presentation professional:

When it comes to visualizing data in presentations, we have to remember that our audience does not need all the fine details of the data - they need the main takeaway and we need to make sure that's evident to them when looking at the slide.

11. Use the Built-in Slide Layouts

Inside of PowerPoint themes, you'll find layouts , which are custom slide designs.

Most themes include a selection of content layouts that you can use as a starting point for your own slide designs. You can leverage slide master PowerPoint 2024 designs with the help of layouts.

Layouts are like a starting point for your PowerPoint presentation slides. They contain combinations of placeholders for text boxes, images, and more.

Instead of clicking and drawing individual objects onto the slide, use one of these layouts to start your slide off. It's one of the top PowerPoint presentation tips and tricks to save time.

12. Align Text Consistently

When you're working with text on your slide, it helps to ensure that it aligns consistently. Keeping your text aligned in the same orientation really makes a slide look clean. 

In the example below, I've basically got three text boxes:

• list of bulleted points

Notice that all this text is aligned left. 

Aligning text was the " aha " moment that I learned when I started studying slide design. It's one of those steps that makes a slide look much neater and professional, so keep it in mind when designing.

13. Make Your Exports User-Friendly

No matter how great your PowerPoint presentation slides look, you need to think about how your user will use the presentation file. 

Any of these are likely scenarios if you're regularly sending presentations to other users:

• The viewer may not have PowerPoint installed on their computer.
• The recipient may be using a version of PowerPoint that renders the presentation differently.
• Maybe you don't want the user to be able to make any edits or see your notes in the presentation file.

In this case, my favorite tip is to export the presentation as a PDF. To do that, go to File > Export > Create PDF , and then save your presentation as a PDF.

This is sure to help most of your users see the presentation just the way you intended.

14. Try a Different Color Scheme

Many PowerPoint themes have more than one color scheme that you can apply to your presentation. On the Design  tab, click on the drop-down next to Themes to try out a different color scheme.

Typically, these will restyle your entire presentation. Premium themes that you might get from Envato Elements, for example, may have many versions inside the original presentation zip file.

15. Edit Slide Masters for Consistency

The slide master controls the design for your PowerPoint slide. Instead of making the same change to each slide, apply a change to a slide master. It'll affect all the PowerPoint presentation slides that use the same master.

It's ideal to apply a logo to the slide master itself, for example. This keeps the logo the same size and in the same position on each slide.

To do that, go to View > Slide Master.  On the right side, you're likely to see a variety of slide masters that control designs for many slides. Drop the elements that you want to remain consistent onto one of the slide masters.

16. Use the Alignment Feature

PowerPoint presentation slides look better when the objects on them are in line with one another. There's a certain visual rhythm that occurs when objects line up in the center or along certain boundary lines.

When you start dragging objects on your slide, you'll see guiding lines that pop up. These are very intuitive, and you'll likely notice that they help you line up your objects. You might seem them pop up when you've got a box that's equidistant between two other objects on the slide, for example.

This is one of the best tricks for improving the look of your PowerPoint slide. Spend some time making sure that your key elements line up cohesively.

17. Use Stock Assets

Earlier, I mentioned using Envato Elements to grab PowerPoint themes. But there's more that comes with an Envato Elements subscription for presentations.

That includes a wide variety of stock photos, graphics,  and custom designed fonts  that you can use in your presentation. Instead of reusing the same stock photo or clip art, Envato Elements has everything you need to supplement a presentation. 

Again, Envato Elements is the perfect subscription if you build presentations. It's a one-stop-shop that you can use to fill content.

18. Reduce Your Content

There's nothing that makes an audience tune out faster than being overloaded with slide content. Sometimes we try to make so many points that the audience misses all of them due to information overload.

Less is truly more. When you cut the weaker points of your presentation, the audience's attention will follow your key points accordingly.

It seems like cheating, but one of the best steps that you can take for your slide is to simply reduce the number of items that are on it. Convert some of your typed points to things you'll speak verbally.

19. Rethink Your Slide Order

Sometimes, I find that my presentations are out of order. I might spend too much time explaining my decision before I get to the conclusion.

In these cases, I like to use Slide Sorter View  to re-sequence the slides in my presentation. To access this view, go to View > Slide Sorter  on PowerPoint's ribbon.

From Slide Sorter view, you've got a top-down view of all the slides in your presentation deck. It sometimes becomes obvious that the slides can be reordered into a better sequence from this view.

20. Use PowerPoint Animations 

One of my favorite PowerPoint presentation tips is to complement your major points with a bit of animation. Using animation can bring a key point onto your slide with style!

Check out ten of the best PowerPoint tips for how to use animation from expert Sven Lenaerts below:

21. Invite Collaborators

Building a presentation often benefits from a second set of eyes. That's why it helps so much to invite a collaborator to work with you side-by-side in Microsoft PowerPoint.

Pushing your presentation up to OneDrive and inviting collaborators is easy. Thanks to the cloud-based approach, more than one user can edit a slide deck in real time. Learn how to do that in the tutorial below:

22. Add Supporting Video Clips

Building impactful presentations is all about adding other perspectives and angles to the content. One of my favorite ways to do that is to add a video clip. Maybe that's a production that you built on your own or found on sites like YouTube.

Either way, learn how to add and auto play a video clip in the quick tip below:

23. Use Infographic Templates

More presentations than ever will feature visuals that tell stories with data. But it's easy for an audience become overwhelmed with data. 

That's where infographics come into play. Learn to use them in PowerPoint in the tutorial below:

24. Use Impactful Closing Techniques

I've sat through many presentations in my life. I can only remember a few that really stick out, thanks to techniques that highlighted key points. You need PowerPoint tips and tricks that help leave your audience with an impact.

To do just that, make sure you use some of the techniques highlighted in the article below:

To do that, just drag and drop the thumbnails into the order you want. When you return to Normal view, the PowerPoint presentation slides will be in the resequenced order you set here.

25. Include Data in the Appendix

Many PowerPoint presentations include data in the form of charts and graphs. That means that you'll condense specifics into a few easy-to-follow charts.

But what if your audience wants more of the backing details? Maybe they want to validate and review the detail for themselves. In that case, a   set of  appendix slides  with extra data is sure to help.

Appendix slides are included at the end of a presentation deck for backup purposes. You might not present them, but your audience is certain to appreciate that you included them. That helps your presentation continue to be useful even after you leave the room.

Here's a great tip from: pro presenter  Graeme Thomas of Johnny F Designs:

If (my clients) are sending the deck straight to clients however, I would then put all the information on the slides but will often use more slides so that they aren't too cluttered. In cases where there is a lot of content, like financial statements, I would use  appendix slides.

Including an appendix helps your audience understand data  without  overwhelming them with that data. Follow these tips so that you get the best of both worlds.

26. Alternate Between Solid Color and White Slides

Alternating between solid color and slides with a white background can produce an interesting visual effect and engage your audience. You can use the solid-colored slides to signify a new section in your presentation.

Not to mention, solid-colored slides are the perfect way to re-enforce your brand colors and build your brand recognition.

27. Present Information With Maps

If you’re trying to make a case for a global expansion or need to report on how other branches are performing, consider using a map to help your audience visualize the data.

There's no shortage of quality PowerPoint templates with maps built in so be sure to take advantage of them.

28. Keep the Design Best Practices in Mind

The design of your presentation matters just as much as the content of your presentation. That’s why you need to devote an equal amount of time to making sure the design of your presentation is on point as you do to the actual content.

Familiarize yourself with best design practices and keep them in mind as you go about customizing your template.

29. Set a Time Limit

How many slides is the right number for you? Well, it all depends on the time limit you set for your presentation.

Believe it or not, setting a time limit is helpful to create good PowerPoint slides. If you want to learn how to make a presentable PowerPoint, it's a must to lock in the time limit and ensure that your slides support that timeframe. 

Expert presenter Stephanie Ottavan offers one of our top tips for a good PowerPoint presentation based on time limits:

A presenter is usually limited to a specific time frame and you want to adhere to that as closely as you can. If you have animations and transitions in your deck, these take added time so make sure to rehearse in “show mode” of PowerPoint or Keynote and time yourself.

Believe it or not, setting a time frame is one of the most important part of creating a PPT presentation. It helps you influence how many good PowerPoint slides you should design.

30. Test Your Content Everywhere

PowerPoint in 2024 could take place anywhere. Maybe you present, online, in-person, or beam it to mobile devices. It's important to remember that the content will appear differently on each device.

PowerPoint Online is a different medium than many other apps. Make sure that your presentation design appears the same by testing it with the help of this tutorial. It shows you how your PPT presentation appears even in a browser:

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Creating a great presentation starts with a great template. And a great PowerPoint slide design use the best presentation practices, for example:

• Use high-quality photos and graphics to help tell the story.
• Keep text to a minimum.
• Stick to one idea per slide.

Designing a great template doesn’t mean you've got to start from scratch, though. Take a look at some of the best PowerPoint templates we've got on Envato Elements.

1. Neo PowerPoint Template

The Neo PowerPoint template features a modern and bold design and includes five color variations to get you started. Along with this, you'll also get 10 master slides and 30 individual slides for all your presentation needs.

2. Vexana PowerPoint Template

The Vexana template is a great choice for brands that need a touch of elegance. This template works with PowerPoint and Google Slides and comes with a grand total of 150 slides. It also has five color variations and includes infographic elements and photo placeholders.

3. Sprint PowerPoint Template

The Sprint PowerPoint template features a professional and modern design. The template is easy to customize. You'll find 20 masters in the standard 4:3 size, allowing you to choose the best layout for your information.

4. Travelicious PowerPoint Template

For any presentation that deals with the topic of travel, check out the Travelicious template. This template is compatible with both PowerPoint and Google Slides. It includes three premade color variations as well as 30 unique slides.

 As you can see from the examples above, there's no shortage of beautiful and professional PowerPoint slide designs on Envato Elements . What’s more, Envato Elements allows you to download as many PowerPoint templates as you want. Plus, get thousands of other design assets such as fonts, photos, and icons—all for one low monthly price.

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PowerPoint Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Now that you’ve read about PowerPoint tips and tricks, if you want to learn more about PowerPoint, here are some FAQs:

1. What Is a Placeholder?

Placeholders in your slide on PowerPoint help you easily add text or images to your slide without changing your design.

In a template, sometimes the placeholders have prompts such as “Click to insert a picture” or “Click to add text.” These prompts let you know what kind of placeholder it is. To learn more about placeholders, read this article: 

2. How Can I Automatically Play a Video?

A PowerPoint tip is to insert an automatically played video in your presentation. When you've got a video that'll play automatically, it saves you the trouble of starting your video manually.

Videos can illustrate topics or specific points. They're also a great way to keep your audience engaged. If you want to learn how to play a video automatically, read this tutorial:

3. How Can I Add a Map to my Slide?

Another PowerPoint trick is to add a map to your slide. If you're discussing a specific location, then a map can help your audience visualize the location you're presenting. To learn how to add a map to your PowerPoint slide, read this tutorial:

4. How Do I Add a GIF to My Presentation?

Adding a GIF to your slide on PowerPoint is one way you can grab your audience's attention. To add a GIF to your slide, you’ll need to download a GIF.

Once you download it, upload it into PowerPoint and use it on your slide. For more information about how to add a GIF to your slide on PowerPoint, read this article:

5. Can I Recover My Unsaved Presentation?

Another PowerPoint trick is to learn how to recover unsaved PowerPoint files so that you can be prepared in case of an emergency. If you want to learn more, read this tutorial:

Learn More About How to Make Presentable PowerPoints

These quick PowerPoint Presentation tips are some of my favorite ways to rapidly improve a presentation. Keeping them in mind while you build a presentation can help you build a deck that you'll be confident about presenting.

Check out these tutorials to keep learning more about PowerPoint. These tutorials will give you more ideas for fixing up your PowerPoint presentation slides efficiently:

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Now that you've studied some of our best PowerPoint tips, it's time to put them to use. Download one of our top-notch PowerPoint themes from Envato Elements to get started. These PowerPoint presentation tips and tricks give you confidence to make you a skilled presenter.

Editorial Note : This post was first published in February of 2019. Our staff updates this post regularly — adding new, exciting PowerPoint tips and templates (with special help from Brenda Barron , Andrew Childress and Sarah Joy ).

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Create an outline for a 45-minute presentation on tulips.

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Act as a professional landscaper. Create an outline for a 45-minute presentation on tulips.

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Try adding to your prompt details about what you want it to cover, and who the audience is.

Act as a professional landscaper speaking to a group of interested community members. Create an outline for a 45-minute presentation on tulips. Include sections on the history of the flower, different types, best time to plant, care and feeding.

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Tip:  Don’t be afraid to play around with the specifics – add or remove details, change the order, try different contexts.

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Tip:  OneNote excels as a research tool. Don’t be afraid to add your own notes, copy in content from websites, or add other supporting materials to the page that will be helpful as you prepare your presentation.

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When you’re happy with your outline it’s time to create some handouts for the audience. Select your outline in OneNote and copy it to the clipboard. Then open Microsoft Word to a new, blank, document.

When Word opens the Copilot dialog should appear. Let’s give it a prompt:

Act as a professional landscaper creating an article for an audience of interested community members. Make it clear, simple, and engaging. Base it off this outline: <paste outline from OneNote>.

Copilot will draft an article for you based on your presentation outline.

Save to OneDrive

Before you spend much time editing your handout, save it to OneDrive. This will make sure your work is saved as you go and it’s key to our final step in preparing the presentation.

Go through the article and make sure that what Copilot added is what you wanted. Edit for voice and tone and make sure any facts it’s added are accurate. Remove anything you don’t want and add anything it missed.

Tip:  You can ask Copilot to add more content if you like. Place the cursor where you want that content to be, then click the Copilot button. Tell it what you want. Add two paragraphs about other plants that look good with tulips.

Ask Copilot to Add an image of a Tulip and it will find and suggest some appropriate images to add to the document.

Tip:  For more about having Copilot add images to your document see  Add an image with Copilot in Word.

Create the presentation

Now it’s time to let Copilot in PowerPoint get to work.

Open PowerPoint to a new blank presentation.

Select Copilot from the ribbon.

In the prompt box type Create presentation from  file.

Select a file from the list of suggestions or start typing the file name if the one you want doesn't appear automatically.

Copilot in PowerPoint will build a draft presentation based on your Word document, complete with images and speaker notes.

As always, it’s important that you review the draft Copilot has created. Add any additional slides or information you want, remove any that you don’t.  Add your own expertise where appropriate.

If you want to change any of the images Copilot has added just right-click the image and select Change picture .

Tip:  Practice with Speaker Coach When you’re happy with the presentation you might want to practice it once or twice with Speaker Coach before the big day. For more information see  Rehearse your slide show with Speaker Coach.

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10 Types of Presentations with Specific Examples

Never underestimate the power of a good presentation. It can help you land the job of your dreams, attract investors to back your idea, or elevate your stature within your organization. Nonetheless, you must use the right presentation type to achieve your goal. So, what are the different types of presentations? Dive in.

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• Informative Presentation
• Persuasive Presentation
• Demonstration or How-to Presentation
• Sales Presentation
• Pitch Presentation
• Training or Instructional Presentation
• Motivational or Inspirational Presentation
• Status or Progress Report Presentation
• Story-telling Presentations
• Problem Solution Presentations

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Presentations have been part of our lives since day one—whether it’s nervously standing in front of a class in high school, explaining ideas in college, or pitching a project at work. They’re the backbone of sharing knowledge and getting our points across. However, do you know there are different types of presentations, each with a specific purpose and objective? It can be on anything and everything under the sun – the global economic crisis, the history of a country, a story of how you overcame hardships in life, you name it. These are all presentations, yet each of them is a different kind.

Presentations are used to inform and educate audiences in a fun and informative way. They can also be used with other tools to ensure a successful presentation. One of the best tools for creating a visually appealing presentation is Zight . With features like its screen recorder for capturing live demos, the GIF maker for spicing up your slides, and the webcam recorder for adding a personal touch, Zight helps you deliver more engaging, memorable presentations. We have provided a detailed guide to using Zight below; but you can get started with Zight right away for free.

• Capture or record your screen
• Annotate your screenshots or screen recordings with text, arrows, lines, and blur
• Instantly share with a link

Now, let’s explore each type of presentation and how understanding these styles can elevate your skills.

1. Informative Presentation

As the name suggests, informative presentations provide information or knowledge to the audience about a specific topic. It is one of the most common presentation formats that can be used for many occasions, from educational settings and continuous learning to business environments where information needs to be communicated.

This type of presentation is all about informing and educating your audience. Your main goal is to share knowledge; your role is simply to listen and absorb what you deliver.

This presentation style is perfect for reporting new data, sharing findings, or giving a lecture. Since you’re aiming to teach, your information must be accurate and meaningful. Ensure what you’re presenting adds real value. To keep your audience engaged, use visual presentations to bring your data to life and make it easier to understand.

Examples of Informative Presentations

• TED Talks where experts from various fields captivate audiences by sharing insights from their areas of expertise.
• University lectures also fit the bill, with professors guiding students through presentations tailored to their specific courses.
• Another example is a doctor leading a session on health and wellness , educating the audience about proper nutrition and exercise for a healthier, longer life.

2. Persuasive Presentation

Persuasion is a skill that involves shaping how others think, feel, and act. For many professionals, such as marketers , project managers, and salespeople , being able to deliver persuasive presentations is crucial in their roles.

When creating a persuasive presentation, it’s crucial to ask yourself, ‘What do I want my audience to do after they’ve listened to me?’

The goal is to convince your audience, shift their perspective, or present a fresh viewpoint so that they’re motivated to take action. This approach is particularly useful when introducing a new product or service and you want to spark a strong desire for it.

To be effective, you need to project confidence, as you’re the primary source of information about your product for your audience.

Examples of Persuasive Presentations

From YouTube videos to religious sermons, persuasive presentations are a powerful tool across many areas of life.

• Government agencies might use them in policy debates or election campaigns to rally support and prompt action.
• Senior executives and management teams can leverage persuasive presentations to build trust and gain the confidence of stakeholders.
• TED Talk speakers might rely on this technique to convince their audience of their ideas and make a lasting impression.

3. Demonstration or How-to Presentation

Demonstration presentations, or how-to presentations , guide audiences through detailed processes or techniques, providing step-by-step instructions for easy replication. These presentations are great for teaching practical skills and hands-on procedures, and you’ll often see them in workshops, training sessions , and cooking classes. Using creative slides can boost audience engagement and help people remember the information better.

Incorporating visuals, props, and live demos, speakers break down complex tasks into manageable steps, encouraging audience interaction and effectively addressing questions .

These presentations make complex concepts clearer with the help of visuals and demonstrations. They’re useful for a wide range of audiences, from employees learning new software to investors exploring new technologies.

Preparation is key. Thorough research helps turn complex topics into easy-to-understand sections. Using tools like graphs and charts can simplify difficult information, making it accessible to everyone. This careful planning ensures that all audience members, regardless of their background knowledge, can follow along and stay engaged.

Examples of Demonstration Presentations

• A master class on communication skills or making a product model is a perfect example

4. Sales Presentation

Sales presentations are a crucial type of business presentation, serving as the primary tool for companies aiming to attract and persuade potential clients or customers. A successful sales presentation typically includes essential elements like a clear value proposition, engaging storytelling, confidence, and a powerful call to action.

Sales presentations have a pre-defined strategy for initiating and closing the sales deal . This can be done in person or nowadays, on the phone, or via e-communication. Visual aids are a great way to make your points stand out and stay memorable.

In your sales presentation, your main aim is to showcase a product, service, or idea effectively. It’s vital to understand your audience’s needs so you can tailor your presentation to address those needs directly. Instead of just listing features, focus on how the product adds value for the users .

Emphasize the key benefits, stress what makes your offering unique, and use persuasive language to help guide your audience toward a favorable decision. Close your sales presentation by encouraging your target audience to take the next step, whether scheduling a follow-up meeting , requesting a demo, or making a purchase.

Lastly, you can use a sales presentation to showcase service offerings, introduce new products, or present consultancy proposals, highlighting a business’s expertise and industry experience.

Examples of Sales Presentations

• A sales representative for Zight might present its advanced features , user-friendly interface, and how it can streamline the client’s workflow , boost visual presentation, and ultimately save time and increase productivity .

5. Pitch Presentation

Pitch presentations are designed to present and sell an idea, project, or business to stakeholders. They need to be concise, engaging and focused on highlighting the value proposition. As key decision-making tools, pitch presentations should be impactful and to the point, clearly outlining the problem your idea solves, offering a unique solution, and showcasing the potential benefits.

Ensure to highlight your strengths, experience, and achievements. Your confidence will significantly influence the decision-making process, so prepare thoroughly for any questions that might come up. Using visual aids , data charts, and a summary slide can also help make the decision easier for your audience.

Examples of Pitch Presentations

• You’re presenting a fitness app designed for busy professionals, sharing your struggle to balance work and health, and showcasing how your app’s tailored workout plans, AI-driven tracking, and time-efficient meal tips can meet this market need while inviting investors to support its growth and make a significant impact.

6. Training or Instructional Presentation

Instructional presentations provide step-by-step instructions on how to perform a task or complete a process. They’re similar to educational presentations, but they might include some extra details or specific steps for the audience to follow. They are often used in training , education, and technical fields where they give people new information and help them develop new skills.

Whether you’re showing your audience how to use new software , explaining a manufacturing process, or breaking down a complex idea, instructional presentations are great for making information easy to understand and digest. In addition, creating an interactive presentation by incorporating elements like quizzes or group activities to reinforce understanding can forge a better connection.

Examples of Training or Instructional Presentations

• Suppose you are in HR. You might create an instructional presentation to explain how employees can sign up for the new insurance plan.

7. Motivational or Inspirational Presentation

Need a morale boost? Presentations aren’t just about teaching new concepts but they can also be a source of inspiration and motivation. Motivational presentations are all about encouraging your audience to chase their dreams, lift the audience’s spirits, tackle their challenges, and take action in their lives.

Think of the pep talks you hear at corporate events or personal growth seminars . When done well, motivational presentations can really charge your audience, thus getting your call to action across to your target audience .

To come up with a great informative presentation, use the power of emotions to create a stronger connection with your audience. Your body language and tone of voice play a crucial role in resonance with them, so use them wisely.

In addition, starting with an inspiring, engaging story or personal anecdote is a fantastic way to set the stage and give your audience a glimpse of what’s to come. Keep the energy up throughout, and finish your inspirational presentations with a strong call to action to motivate your audience. This approach helps establish a personal connection and sets the tone for your presentation.

Leaders in organizations will often use a motivational presentation to boost employee morale , which encourages them to work harder. Similarly, recruiters might use these types of presentations to showcase employee success stories and get potential hires excited about joining the company.

Examples of Motivational or Inspirational Presentations

• Think of a sports coach giving a passionate pep talk to their team before a major game like in college football to fire them up and boost their energy.
• Or imagine a TEDx Talk by a famous entrepreneur sharing their secrets to success in the business world, motivating and inspiring the audience with their journey and insights.

8. Status or Progress Report Presentation

When you’re deep into a project, keeping all your stakeholders informed is important. That’s where progress presentations come in handy. They provide a status check of what’s been accomplished, showcase any achievements, and outline any challenges faced along with the next steps.

Business managers and project teams commonly use these presentations to update everyone on the project’s status. This helps manage expectations and ensures that everyone is aligned and on the same page.

Examples of Status or Progress Report Presentations

• Research and doctoral students often update their advisors on their thesis progress.
• Project managers , particularly in IT, regularly share progress reports with their clients.
• Scientists also present their latest research findings at conferences to keep their peers informed.

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9. Story-telling Presentations

Here’s a type of presentation that blends education, instruction, and motivation into one: storytelling presentations. They rely on the power of a compelling narrative to engage, entertain, and deliver a message. The beauty of the storytelling style is that it doesn’t have a set stage. You’ll find it everywhere, from classrooms and corporate seminars to casual social gatherings, connecting with audiences on a personal level.

Examples of Story-telling Presentations

• Keynote speakers at graduation ceremonies could share their personal journeys and inspiring stories with the audience.
• History teachers could bring past events to life by recounting thrilling historical battles to capture their students’ interest.
• TEDx speakers often open up about their life stories and the challenges they’ve faced, making their experiences relatable and impactful.

10. Problem Solution Presentations

There are times when you’ll face a problem and need to find a solution, and a problem-solution presentation is perfect for that. Whether you’re a team leader tackling a project issue or a scientist proposing a breakthrough solution to a longstanding problem, this type of presentation has you covered.

You’ll often see problem-solution presentations in business meetings, scientific conferences, and even political debates, where they help identify issues and advocate for effective solutions.

Remember, persuasion is your friend here. You want to ensure your audience sees why your solution is the best fit for the problem at hand.

Examples of Problem Solution Presentations

• A board meeting where the CEO lays out a strategic plan to tackle a financial crisis or discusses solutions for merger challenges.
• A climate scientist at a conference unveiled groundbreaking technology designed to combat the climate crisis.
• Even in political debates, candidates often outline their policies to tackle urgent social issues, like when Biden and Trump presented their plans during the last election.

Zight’s strengths lie in how it effortlessly combines personalized visual storytelling with functional screen sharing. By combining screen recordings and webcam footage, you can explain your ideas more clearly while keeping your audience visually connected.

Here’s a detailed step-by-step guide on how to make personalized video presentations using Zight.

Step 1: Install and Launch Zight

First, download and install Zight on your Mac or PC. Once installed, log into your Zight account. If you’re new, signing up is quick, and you’ll gain access to all features with the free trial.

Step 2: Choose Your Recording Mode

Zight offers different options for capturing your presentation:

• Screen Recording Only : Ideal for how-to guides, software tutorials, or product demos where the focus is on the presentation being shared.
• Webcam + Screen Recording : Use this feature to add a personal touch to your presentations. You can overlay your webcam feed on the screen, making your video feel more connected and human.

To use Webcam + Screen Recording , click on the screen recording button on the Zight dashboard and choose the option to record both screen and webcam.

Step 3: Customize Your Video Settings

Once you’ve selected your recording mode, you can adjust the camera and microphone settings:

• Choose Webcam : Pick the camera you want to use (built-in or external).
• Select Microphone : Zight allows you to select which microphone to record your voice with for clear narration.

Ensure your video is framed properly, and the audio levels are correct for a professional output.

Step 4: Start Recording

Click the Record button to start your screen recording. You can record your entire screen or just a portion, depending on what you need to show. Either you:

• Narrate While Recording : Speak naturally as you move through your presentation, using the webcam feed to make direct eye contact with your viewers. This helps build rapport, especially during a product demonstration presentation, onboarding videos , or training sessions .
• Demonstrate Features or Ideas : Walk through your presentation slides, show product features, or explain complex topics with your webcam, adding a personal touch.

Once your presentation is finished, click Stop Recording . Zight automatically saves your video to your account. Before sharing, you can watch the video to ensure everything looks and sounds good.

Step 5: Edit Your Video (Optional)

Zight offers basic video editing tools that allow you to:

• Trim : Cut out any unnecessary parts at the beginning or end of the video.
• Add Captions : If needed, you can add captions for accessibility or emphasis.
• Annotations : You can go back and annotate the video with highlights, arrows, or text, making it easier for diverse audiences to follow along

Step 8: Share Your Personalized Presentation

Once you’re satisfied with your video presentation, sharing it is simple. Zight generates a sharable link that can be copied and sent via email, embedded on websites , or posted on social media. You can also download the video if needed for offline use.

Additionally, Zight allows you to adjust privacy settings, giving you control over who can view your video.

• Product Demonstration Presentations – Log into Zight and record your screen to demonstrate the product in action while appearing in the corner of the video to provide live commentary via the webcam. This dual approach lets viewers see both the product and your explanations, creating a more relatable and informative experience.
• How-To Guides – Click record on the Zight app to record your screen and walk your audience through the step-by-step instructions while using your webcam to provide additional commentary and tips. Adding your webcam presence ensures they see the person behind the instructions, which helps in building trust and making complex processes feel more approachable.
• Podcast-Style Style Presentations- Create compelling video podcasts where you discuss topics or interview guests . You can combine your screen recordings with webcam footage to create a podcast-style presentation where you share slides or data on your screen while appearing on camera to discuss the topic. This format works well for interviews , discussions, or solo commentary, making your presentation feel dynamic and personable.
• Sales and Pitch Presentations – Show off your product’s features on screen while using the Zight app and your webcam. This combination helps build rapport and trust with potential clients , making your pitch more persuasive.

Luckily for you, we have a detailed guide here: Make your sales pitch stand out by recording your presentation with Zight .

• Training and Educational Presentations – Another way Zight can help with your presentations is by helping enhance your training materials by recording tutorials with both screen and webcam. Your webcam overlay personalizes the learning experience, making the session more interactive and engaging. Such presentations serve as an effective way to ensure your audience understands and retains the information.

By now you can tell that each presentation style is unique in its own way and is effective in different situations. However, some are universal, and by modifying them a little bit, you can use them for various purposes. Also, to come up with impactful presentations, don’t leave out Zight. As a matter of fact, start by signing up and getting started .

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When lack of inspiration or time constraints are something you’re worried about, it’s a good idea to seek help. Slidesgo comes to the rescue with its latest functionality—the AI presentation maker! With a few clicks, you’ll have wonderful slideshows that suit your own needs . And it’s totally free!

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We humans make the world move, but we need to sleep, rest and so on. What if there were someone available 24/7 for you? It’s time to get out of your comfort zone and ask the AI presentation maker to give you a hand. The possibilities are endless : you choose the topic, the tone and the style, and the AI will do the rest. Now we’re talking!

Customize your AI-generated presentation online

Alright, your robotic pal has generated a presentation for you. But, for the time being, AIs can’t read minds, so it’s likely that you’ll want to modify the slides. Please do! We didn’t forget about those time constraints you’re facing, so thanks to the editing tools provided by one of our sister projects —shoutouts to Wepik — you can make changes on the fly without resorting to other programs or software. Add text, choose your own colors, rearrange elements, it’s up to you! Oh, and since we are a big family, you’ll be able to access many resources from big names, that is, Freepik and Flaticon . That means having a lot of images and icons at your disposal!

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Think of your topic.

First things first, you’ll be talking about something in particular, right? A business meeting, a new medical breakthrough, the weather, your favorite songs, a basketball game, a pink elephant you saw last Sunday—you name it. Just type it out and let the AI know what the topic is.

Choose your preferred style and tone

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What is an AI-generated presentation?

It’s exactly “what it says on the cover”. AIs, or artificial intelligences, are in constant evolution, and they are now able to generate presentations in a short time, based on inputs from the user. This technology allows you to get a satisfactory presentation much faster by doing a big chunk of the work.

Can I customize the presentation generated by the AI?

Of course! That’s the point! Slidesgo is all for customization since day one, so you’ll be able to make any changes to presentations generated by the AI. We humans are irreplaceable, after all! Thanks to the online editor, you can do whatever modifications you may need, without having to install any software. Colors, text, images, icons, placement, the final decision concerning all of the elements is up to you.

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Images can add to a presentation by helping to explain a point or making it more memorable. They also make your presentation more attractive and interesting to look at. However, at times images can detract from a presentation due to things like poor placement or poor image quality.

There are a large number of resources available online that give information on what makes a good PowerPoint slide and how to best present images, but here are three quick and easy tips to make the most of the images that you decide to use.

1. Consider putting images in frames

Putting a line and/or shadow frame around your image can help it stand out more.

2. Consider using the image as a background

This can make your slides look more attractive and professional. It may also be useful if the image is representing the point on the slide in a more abstract way. However, you have to be careful to make sure the text is still readable. One option to help you make the text stand out is to add a transparent rectangle in-between the background image and the text. You can alter how transparent the rectangle is to make the text stand out more from the background.

3. Align the image to draw attention

Photographers often frame their images by splitting them into thirds and situating the main object in the picture along one of the vertical or horizontal lines. You can do the same for slides. The points where the lines cross gain most attention.

Slide design is subjective, but I think these tips can help you use images in a better way. Try them out on your next presentation and see how it changes.

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What is the Best Way to Present Risk Data in PowerPoint?

Any risk management can be done – deciding whether or not to carry an umbrella on a rainy day or planning a business strategy. All of them depend upon the choices of an individual. Actually, for every individual who practices risk management, it involves the assessment of some risks. Thus, people constantly assess the risks in everyday life in deciding whether or not to carry an umbrella on a cloudy day or to plan a strategy for a business. 

Whether it’s a PowerPoint presentation for your team or insightful in discussing the workplace’s safety condition, a risk assessment PPT can present all the important information with utmost clarity and efficiency.

Introduction to Risk Assessment

Risk assessment is the systematic identification of possible hazards and judgment of the resultant risks. It is directed toward the analysis of potential events that may have undesirable impacts on individuals, businesses, or environments. Risks can be controlled or eliminated through risk assessment. It is kind of like knowing the weather forecast before going for a hike: avoid danger and safety.

Why Risk Assessment Matters

Why do you care? Well, perhaps you might never know what might happen when you fail to identify hazards: accidents, financial loss, lawsuits. Whatever kind of place you go to work, school, or public event risk exists everywhere, and risk assessments are significant to protect both people and assets.

Elements of Risk Assessment

Before we learn how to present risk assessment in power point first, we need to have fundamental elements involved in this process:

Hazard Identification: What can go wrong?

Risk Evaluation: What’s the chance of it occurring?

Control Measures: What can we do to stop it?

Now let’s see how you can mold this process into an interesting and helpful PowerPoint presentation.

What is a Risk Assessment PPT?

A risk assessment PPT is one of the presentation tools visually designed to inform the audience about the process of identifying and controlling risk. That means you can break down the process of risk assessment into bits of information that your audience can process easily, and you can point out major hazards, examine steps of evaluation, and show mitigation plans on slides.

A well-designed risk assessment PowerPoint will help to explain difficult concepts in an easy-to-understand and visual format that makes it easier for your audience to understand the risks and take action.

Steps to Create a Risk PPT Template

Preparing a risk presentation template is not so much a process. Here is a straightforward step-by-step guide:

Start with an introduction: Tell them what risk assessment is and why it matters.

Hazard Identification: Clearly describe all hazards or potential risks.

Risk Evaluation: Highlight the probability and impact of all hazards using charts, graphs, or infographics.

Control Measures: Present ways to mitigate the risks in bullet points or visuals.

Risk and Mitigation Slide: Summarize key points and preventive measures with the concluding slide.

Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Slide

A hazard identification and risk assessment PPT, hence, is specifically aimed at identifying potential dangers in any setting–be it the workplace, construction site, or public events. For this kind of presentation, you should use the following features:

Images of potential hazards: This will help people identify risks visually.

Tables or lists: Clearly outline hazards against the potential impact.

Step-by-step process for the risk assessment: Explain how to assess and prioritize such hazards with the use of risk matrices or graphs.

Free Risk Management PPT Template

If you don’t have time or are not even sure how to build your presentation, you can resort to free downloads of risk management PPT online. These templates come prefabricated to quickly allow you to assemble a professional risk assessment presentation. All you need to do is download a free template, fill it up with your data, and you are ready to present.

How to Design a Risk and Mitigation Slide

The risk and mitigation slide arguably is the most critical part of your presentation. It’s where you outline identified risks and the steps you’re going to take to mitigate them. To have a great impact.

Use clear and bold headlines to distinguish risks from mitigation strategies.

Visualize your plans: Use flowcharts, tables, or even simple infographics that illustrate how you will address the risks.

Rank the risks: Differentiate which risks should be addressed first and which are less significant.

Effective Practices in Risk Assessment Presentations

Here is how to give a good risk assessment presentation:

Use graphics: Images, charts, and graphs will break up high levels of information.

Use bullet points: This keeps everything in order.

Practice: Be sure you are comfortable with all the material to have a successful and fluent presentation.

Common Mistakes in Risk Assessment Presentations

Avoiding some easy mistakes will give your presentation a professional and smooth quality:

Adding too much text on slides: Too much for your listeners to handle.

Using complicated jargon: Explain it in terms they understand.

Don’t describe the pictures: The chart or table is not a conversation; the participant needs to explain why it matters.

The importance of risk assessment is very crucial, especially when considering the factor of safety within the workplace or during any event. PowerPoint facilitates the breaking up of complex information, and the objective can be set with what is presented.

1. What is risk assessment?

A risk assessment is an activity where specific potential hazards are identified, and based on these identifications, the risks associated with them are evaluated and then controlled or eliminated through measures adopted.

2. How can I create a risk assessment PPT?

A risk assessment PPT can be developed by outlining hazards, assessing risks, and proposing control measures. Include charts, tables, and graphics in your presentation to make it interesting.

3. What does hazard identification mean?

Hazard identification: It is the process of identifying any possible hazard or risk that may cause harm in a particular area of surroundings or activity.

4. Is it possible to download free risk management PPT templates?

Yes, free templates regarding risk management PPT are readily available online and will be free to customize according to your needs.

5. How to prepare a slide on risk and mitigation?

A risk and mitigation slide outlines all identified risks, control measures, and other considerations. There are suggested control measures for every one of them and bullet points, tables, or even visual aids.

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