How to prepare ppt on laptop/pc

Activity 4

Step 1: Open Microsoft PowerPoint

Click Start (Windows icon) → Search for PowerPoint → Click to open it.

Step 2: Choose a Blank or Template Presentation

Select “Blank Presentation” or choose a pre-designed template from the options.

Step 3: Create Title Slide

Click on the first slide.

Type your presentation title and subtitle (e.g., your name, date, class, etc.).

Step 4: Add New Slides

Go to the “Home” tab → Click on “New Slide” → Choose a layout (Title and Content, Comparison, etc.).

Add as many slides as needed.

Step 5: Add Content

Click inside text boxes to type your content.

To add bullet points: Use the “Bullets” option in the toolbar.

Keep the text short and to the point.

Step 6: Insert Images or Charts (Optional)

Go to Insert tab:

Pictures → Upload an image from your PC.

Chart → Choose a chart type if you're showing data.

Shapes or Icons can also be used for design.

Step 7: Apply Design and Transitions

Design Tab: Choose a theme or background style.

Transitions Tab: Add slide transitions (e.g., Fade, Push, Wipe).

Animations Tab: Animate text or objects (optional).

Step 8: Review Your Slides

Check each slide for spelling, grammar, and clarity.

Make sure the slide order makes sense.

Step 9: Save Your Presentation

Click File → Save As.

Choose the folder → Name your file → Select PowerPoint Presentation (.pptx) → Click Save.

Step 10: Present the Slide Show

Click Slide Show tab → Click From Beginning to present.

Use the arrow keys to navigate through slides.