Thread: Powerpoint's notes function

If you're giving a presentation in person, make use of Powerpoint's notes function. This is displayed beneath the current sl ide and allows you to type in notes on what you want to say about each photo or video clip. These notes don't appear on screen, so the audience won't see them, but you can print off a copy of each slide with the notes that accompany it. To do this choose the Print option - it's in the File menu in Powerpoint 2003, or click the Office button in Powerpoint 2007 - and look for a small option called 'Print What' in the dialogue box.



Select Notes Pages and your printouts wi II have a picture of each slide at the top and your notes printed beneath them. Keep your narration short and snappy - there's nothing worse than an interesting photo being rendered boring by five minutes of dreary discussion.

Powerpoint doesn't have to be for dull, lifeless presentations that send the audience to sleep. With some great photos or videos, and a little restraint when it comes to frills such as sound effects and animations, you'll be able to captivate an audience.