Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 Plain & Simple

Chapter 3. Getting started with PowerPoint 2013

In this section:

• What’s where in PowerPoint 2013?

• Using the ribbon

• Working with the mini toolbar

• Customizing the Quick Access Toolbar

• Applying design choices

• Updating a presentation with a theme and a variant

• Getting Help

Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 sports the same user interface that was introduced in PowerPoint 2007—with some slight changes. After investing a little time getting used to the new tools and features, you’ll find that this version of PowerPoint is actually easier to use. This section helps you to explore and learn to use the most essential tools in PowerPoint 2013.

Clicking the PowerPoint File tab displays what is known as the Backstage view. It’s here where you’ll find file-management ...