Chapter 3. Typing and Formatting Presentation Text

Words form the basis of any presentation, so taking the time to format text can pay off in many ways. Nice formatting makes text easier to read and helps make your slides more attractive and polished.

Understanding Presentation Structure. 32

Explore Text Formatting Options. 33

Add a Slide. 34

Delete a Slide in Normal View. 35

Navigate Slides. 36

Type and Edit Text on a Slide. 38

Format Text Color and Style. 40

Format Text Font and Size. 42

Cut, Copy, and Paste Text. 44

Format Bulleted Lists. 46

Using the Spelling Check Feature. 48

Using the Research Feature. 50

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