
In our previous two articles on making the most of Microsoft more efficiently, we mentioned using shortcuts. Use animations sparingly as too many animations can be distracting and take away from the main point of your presentation. Animations can add interest to a static slide and draw attention to certain elements of the presentation. To keep your audience engaged in your presentation, Microsoft PowerPoint offers several animation features. People are much more likely to engage in graphics than with simple words on a slide. The SmartArt feature is a great way to help break up complex information into graphical representations that will be easier for viewers to comprehend. Take advantage of Microsoft PowerPoint’s SmartArt feature to make complex data or ideas easier for viewers to understand. If you don’t find a theme you like in the gallery, you can find 100s of presentation templates in Canva as well. This gallery includes a variety of themes that can help you create a professional-looking presentation in minutes.

Unless you are a graphic designer, we suggest using the Microsoft PowerPoint Theme Gallery to customize your presentation quickly and easily. In part three of our three-part series on Microsoft Office products, we will share our favorite 11 tips for Microsoft PowerPoint to make the most out of your presentation.

To do this, Microsoft PowerPoint has a number of features that will make your presentations more efficient.

Small business owners especially benefit from streamlined presentations that help them to communicate their ideas quickly and effectively. For Microsoft PowerPoint users, the goal should be to make the most of your presentation time.
