Powerpoint

PowerPoint 2013

Introduction

PowerPoint 2013 is a presentation software that allows you to create dynamic slide presentations. Slideshows can include animation, narration, images, videos, and much more.

Opening PowerPoint 2013

When you open PowerPoint 2013 for the first time, the Start Screen will appear. From here, you'll be able to create a new presentation, choose a template, and access your recently edited presentations.

1. From the Start Screen, locate and select Blank Presentation.

2. A new presentation will appear.

Getting to know PowerPoint 2013

PowerPoint 2013 is similar to PowerPoint 2010. If you've previously used PowerPoint 2010, PowerPoint 2013 should feel familiar. But if you are new to PowerPoint or have more experience with older versions, you should first take some time to become familiar with the PowerPoint 2013 interface.

Click the buttons in the interactive below to become familiar with the PowerPoint 2013 interface.

Quick Access Toolbar

The Quick Access Toolbar lets you access common commands no matter which tab is selected on theRibbon.

The Ribbon

The Ribbon contains the commands you will need to perform common tasks in PowerPoint. It has multiple tabs, each with several groups ofcommands.

Microsoft Account

From here, you can access your Microsoft account information, view your profile, and switch accounts.

Ruler

The ruler is located at the top and to the left of your current slide. The ruler makes it easy to align text and objects on your slide.

Slide Pane

Here, you can view and edit the selected slide.

Slide Navigation Pane

The slide navigation pane allows you to view and work with the slides in your presentation.

The selected slide will appear in the slide pane to the right. You can add, delete, duplicate, and rearrangeslides in the slide navigation pane. You can also addsections to organize and divide your slides.

Notes

Click Notes to add notes to your current slide. Often called speaker notes,...