PowerPoint is a visual medium, so focus on images and graphics. Often an image and a title are all you need for a great slide to support your own words.
Choose powerful images and label them thoughtfully.
Use text as prompts. The text on your slide should consist mostly of words that will help the audience follow your presentation, like topic headings or concise statements of key points or essential questions. Keep the number of words on each slide to a minimum.
Use simple designs. When choosing a design template, avoid designs that take up too much space. Stick with basic designs that will keep your audience focused on you and the content, not the window decorations.
Avoid flashy animations and transitions. Much of what you can do with PowerPoint is a waste of time. Focus on creating great content with effective illustrations, and don’t spend your time making words shoot in on rocket ships.
