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Anthony’s College
San Jose, Antique
BUSINESS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

AEC 214 – IT Application Tools in Business

WEEK 11
Business Software Applications (MS PowerPoint)

Microsoft PowerPoint
Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint:
 Microsoft PowerPoint is a powerful presentation software included in the Microsoft Office suite.
 It allows users to create, edit, and deliver professional-looking presentations for various purposes, including
business meetings, academic lectures, and training sessions.

Key Features:
 Slide Creation: PowerPoint enables users to create slides with text, images, charts, graphs, and multimedia
elements.
 Themes and Templates: Users can choose from a wide range of pre-designed themes and templates to create
visually appealing presentations quickly.
 Slide Transitions: PowerPoint offers various slide transition effects to add visual interest and create smooth
transitions between slides.
 Animation Effects: Users can animate text, objects, and graphics to enhance the visual appeal of their
presentations and emphasize key points.
 Presenter View: Presenter View allows presenters to view their notes, upcoming slides, and other tools privately
while the audience sees only the current slide.
 Collaboration: PowerPoint supports collaboration features, such as co-authoring and real-time editing, allowing
multiple users to work on the same presentation simultaneously.

Creating a Presentation:
 To create a new presentation, users can start with a blank slide or choose from various built-in templates.
 Slides can be customized by adding text, images, shapes, charts, and other content.
 Users can apply themes, colors, and fonts to maintain consistency throughout the presentation.

Enhancing Presentations:
 PowerPoint offers tools to enhance presentations visually, such as formatting options, image editing tools, and
design elements.
 Users can add animations and slide transitions to make presentations more dynamic and engaging.
 Multimedia elements like audio and video can be embedded into slides to provide additional context or
demonstration.

Presentation Delivery:
 Presentations can be delivered directly from PowerPoint using the Slide Show mode.
 Presenter View allows presenters to view speaker notes, upcoming slides, and other tools privately while
presenting.
 PowerPoint supports various presentation delivery methods, including in-person presentations, online
presentations, and self-running kiosk presentations.

Tips for Effective Presentations:


 Keep slides simple and uncluttered to avoid overwhelming the audience.
 Use visuals like images, charts, and graphs to illustrate key points and make information easier to understand.
 Limit the amount of text on each slide and use bullet points or short phrases to convey information concisely.
 Practice delivering the presentation to ensure smooth transitions and confident delivery.
 Engage the audience by asking questions, encouraging participation, and providing opportunities for discussion.

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Integration with Other Office Apps:
 PowerPoint integrates seamlessly with other Microsoft Office apps, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook.
 Users can embed Excel charts or tables, Word documents, and Outlook emails directly into PowerPoint slides.
 Integration with OneDrive and SharePoint allows for easy sharing and collaboration on PowerPoint presentations.

Accessibility Features:
 PowerPoint includes accessibility features to ensure that presentations are accessible to all users, including those
with disabilities.
 Features like alt text for images, accessible slide layouts, and compatibility with screen readers help ensure that
presentations are inclusive and compliant with accessibility standards.

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