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Introduction to Microsoft Powerpoint

Microsoft PowerPoint, a presentation software program, is part of the Microsoft Office suite and is used to create and deliver slide presentations. PowerPoint allows users to create a range of materials, from basic slides with text and images to more complex presentations that include charts, tables, and multimedia content. The slides can be used to present information to an audience, either in person or online, and can be easily shared and edited. PowerPoint is widely used in business, education, and other settings to create professional-looking presentations.

The basics of PowerPoint

This document explains the basic purpose of PowerPoint and how to create visually appealing and brain-friendly slides. 

DO'S AND DON'TS FOR CREATING SLIDES

How to email a presentation

This step-by-step guide from Microsoft explains how to email a PowerPoint. 

EMAILING A POWERPOINT PRESENTATION

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How to avoid 'death by PowerPoint'

​This TED Talk by David JP Phillips reviews the do's and dont's of the art of making presentations. Do YOU recognize any of these in your practice slide?

How to enhance presentations

​This quick video demonstrates how to use the Design feature to enhance and customize PowerPoint presentations.

PowerPoint Guide 

This cheat sheet is full of helpful tips and keyboard shortcuts for using Microsoft PowerPoint.

COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO MICROSOFT POWERPOINT