Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft PowerPoint is primed for use on tablets and phones, so you can swipe and tap your way through presentations. There are many features that make the new PowerPoint attractive.



Presenter View automatically adapts to your projection set-up, and you can even use it on a single monitor, Themes now come with variations, which make it simpler to hone in on the look you want, and when you're working with others, you can add comments to ask questions and get feedback.

PowerPoint Home and Student gives you several ways to start your next presentation using a template, a theme, a recent presentation, a not-so-recent presentation, or a blank one. You can send out a link to the slides, or start a full-on Lync meeting that displays the deck with audio and IM. Your audience can join you from anywhere, on any device using Lync or the Office Presentation Service.

Itsupports more multimedia formats, such as .mp4 and .mov with H.264 video and Advanced Audio Coding (AAC) audio, and more high-definition content. You can give feedback in MS PowerPoint with the new Comments pane. And you can show or hide comments and revisions.

Get your ideas across with beautiful design, rich animation, cinematic motion, 3D models, and icons. Let intelligent technology help you bring your presentation to life with a few clicks. Tell your story with confidence with slide-by-slide notes only viewable by you. Easily translate your slides into the preferred language and use the built-in accessibility checker to be sure your audience doesn’t miss a thing.

With Office 365, collaborate using real-time co-authoring and comments to get input from teammates on your interactive presentation. Plus, save it to the cloud to easily share it with others and access it from anywhere, at any time, on any device. Office Online combines commonly used Office features and real-time co-authoring capabilities so teams at work and school can collaborate on shared documents, presentations, and spreadsheets. Show your style and professionalism with templates, plus save time. Browse PowerPoint templates in over 40 categories.

PowerPoint Home and Student 2019/2021

• For 1 PC
• Create, share, and effectively present your ideas
• Design impactful slides with the help of Designer
• Easily insert 3D objects and embedded animations directly into app decks
• Compatible with Windows 11 or Windows 10
• Files must be shared from OneDrive
• For non-commercial use
• Microsoft account

Features and Highlights

A design like a professional—in seconds
PowerPoint Designer delivers high-quality customized presentations by providing design options that help you maximize the visual impact of your presentation, in two easy steps. Add an image and pick your favorite, that’s it.

Cinematic motion, in one click
Morph makes it easy to create a fluid motion with little to no effort, bringing your vision to life. Simply duplicate the slides you want to be morphed together, move the objects based on how you want them animated, and click Morph.

Stay focused
Use Presenter View in Office 2016 to review and rehearse your presentations. When you project your presentation to a second screen, Presenter View displays your current slide, speaker notes, and the next slide in your deck.

Stay flexible
With Slide Navigator, you can quickly switch slides—in or out of sequence—from a visual grid viewable to you at a glance. Your audience sees only the slide you’ve selected.

Stay in control
With auto-extend, when you project your presentation to a second screen, your slides automatically appear on the correct screens. No fumbling with settings and equipment.

Start in sync
Your presentations are saved online on OneDrive, OneDrive for Business, or SharePoint by default. So when you send everyone a link to your MS PowerPoint file, along with viewing and editing permissions, they'll have the latest version.

Work in sync
Coauthor with your team on the same presentation at the same time, whether you're using the program on your desktop or PowerPoint Online.

Stay in sync
Add and reply to comments from your phone, tablet, or PC/Mac, right next to the slide you’re discussing. Everyone can see who replied to whom.

Alternatives

Google Slides: A cloud-based presentation tool that offers collaboration features, easy sharing, and real-time editing. It allows users to create, edit, and present slides online, making it a popular alternative to PowerPoint.

Visme: All-in-one platform for creating Presentations, Documents, Visualizations, and much more!

Canva: Although primarily a graphic design tool, Canva also provides a presentation feature with an intuitive drag-and-drop interface. It offers a wide range of customizable templates, fonts, images, and icons, making it easy to create professional-looking slides.

LibreOffice Impress: As part of the LibreOffice suite, Impress is an open-source alternative to Microsoft PowerPoint. It provides a comprehensive set of features for creating slideshows, including animation effects, multimedia support, and compatibility with various file formats.

System Requirements

• Operating System: Windows 7, 8, 10 or 11
• Processor: 1.6 GHz or faster, dual-core
• RAM: 4 GB or more
• Hard Disk Space: 4 GB of available disk space
• Display: 1280 x 768 screen resolution or higher
• Graphics: DirectX 9 or later with WDDM 2.0 or higher driver

PROS

• Versatile visual aid
• User-friendly interface
• Rich animation and transition options
• Collaborative features for teamwork
• Seamless integration with other Microsoft tools

CONS

• Steeper learning curve for advanced features
• Limited design customization options
• Potential for information overload
• Compatibility issues with non-Microsoft platforms
• Dependency on a subscription or license

Conclusion

Microsoft PowerPoint is a powerful tool for creating visually appealing presentations for various purposes, including business meetings, academic lectures, and personal projects. With a wide range of features, including customizable templates, multimedia integration, and animations, it allows users to create professional-quality presentations that effectively communicate their message.

Some best practices for creating effective PowerPoint presentations include keeping the design simple and consistent, using legible fonts and colors, limiting text on each slide, and using visuals to enhance the message. It's also important to rehearse the presentation beforehand to ensure a smooth delivery.

In addition to creating presentations, it can also be used for other purposes, such as creating infographics, animations, and interactive quizzes. Overall, Microsoft PowerPoint is a versatile and user-friendly tool that can enhance the visual communication of any message.

Note: 5-day trial version.

Also Available: Download Microsoft PowerPoint for Mac