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Synonyms for presentation ˌprɛz ənˈteɪ ʃən, ˌpri zɛn- pre·sen·ta·tion, this thesaurus page includes all potential synonyms, words with the same meaning and similar terms for the word presentation ., complete dictionary of synonyms and antonyms rate these synonyms: 0.0 / 0 votes, presentation.

Synonyms: introduction , exhibition , offer , delivery , gift , donation , bestowal , grant , endowment

Antonyms: withdrawal , removal , concealment , suppression , retention , withholding , refusal , nonpresentation

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  • presentation noun

the activity of formally presenting something (as a prize or reward)

"she gave the trophy but he made the presentation"

Synonyms: introduction , intro , presentment , display , demonstration

presentation, presentment, demonstration noun

a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view

"the presentation of new data"; "he gave the customer a demonstration"

Synonyms: presentment , intro , notification , manifestation , display , demonstration , demo , monstrance , introduction

the act of making something publicly available; presenting news or other information by broadcasting or printing it

"he prepared his presentation carefully in advance"

the act of presenting a proposal

display, presentation noun

a visual representation of something

Synonyms: exhibit , showing , intro , presentment , video display , display , demonstration , introduction , show

presentation, introduction, intro noun

formally making a person known to another or to the public

Synonyms: foundation , first appearance , intro , display , debut , presentment , launching , creation , intromission , institution , entry , founding , innovation , initiation , instauration , demonstration , origination , introduction , insertion , unveiling

(obstetrics) position of the fetus in the uterus relative to the birth canal

"Cesarean sections are sometimes the result of abnormal presentations"

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Synonyms: introduction

Synonyms: exhibition , representation , setting forth

Synonyms: bestowal , donation , giving

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List of paraphrases for "presentation":

submission , introduction , briefing , format , presentación , submitting , presentations , presenting , présentation , explanatory , exposed , statement , tabling , filing , display , exposure , submissions , presented , layout , exposé , presentment , remission , enhancement , lecture , submitted , lodging , submit , exhibition , nomination , show , presenter , lay-out

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Robert Fromm :

This patient's symptoms and presentation aren't strongly suggestive of the Ebola disease, given his presentation, I would not be surprised if he actually was discharged back home following his additional evaluation.

Attorney Matthew Fletcher :

How can he go left if he can’t see? this was a literal presentation of being blindsided. He was attacked on his blind side. To me it seems obvious. He’s being punched in the face, he can’t see.

Richard Gowan :

If State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert is nominated and approved, people will be interested to see whether State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert's willing and able to do the diplomatic toil or whether State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert will see this as an extension of the spokesman position and focus more on presentation of Richard Gowan position before the Security Council.

Paul Hokemeyer :

Selfies are about self-admiration. They provide people of all ages constant opportunities to obsess about their looks and their external presentation

Arndt Ellinghorst :

Marchionne is a shrewd operator and rightly investors have been asking what was the purpose of yesterday's presentation, the answer is very simple; he is looking to force a marriage for FCA.

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Noun: performance , show , display , staging , rendition, parade , production , play , stage play, showing, screening , feature presentation, spectacular Noun: act of giving , bestowal, offering , donation, conferral, concession , investiture, awarding, handing over Noun: sth given , present , donation, award , bestowal, giveaway, freebie Noun: talk or pitch , pitch (informal), speech , slideshow, launch , demonstration , demo (informal), address , lecture , unveiling, report , sales pitch (informal), movie pitch (informal) Noun: cultivated appearance , look , aspect , arrangement , layout , outward appearance, air , style Noun: proposal , proposing, submission , submitting, offering , proffering, introduction , tender , tendering, tabling (UK)

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Presentation, /prɛzənˈteɪʃɪn/, /prezənˈteɪʃən/.

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The noun presentation means the official giving, or presenting, of something. The presentation of diplomas at a graduation ceremony is the part that makes many of the parents in the audience cry.

A presentation can be a ceremony of giving some gift or award, and it can also be a demonstration or show — like a dog training presentation at your local pet store. Another meaning of presentation is a style of displaying something — like the presentation of plants and flowers in the florist's window or the presentation of food on a buffet table. In the 1600s, presentation was commonly used to mean "show or play," as in "a theatrical presentation ."

  • noun the activity of formally presenting something (as a prize or reward) “she gave the trophy but he made the presentation ” see more see less type of: ceremony the proper or conventional behavior on some solemn occasion
  • noun the act of presenting a proposal see more see less types: first reading the first presentation of a bill in a legislature second reading the second presentation of a bill in a legislature; to approve its general principles (Britain) or to discuss a committee's report and take a vote (US) type of: proposal , proposition the act of making a proposal
  • noun the act of making something publicly available; presenting news or other information by broadcasting or printing it “he prepared his presentation carefully in advance” see more see less types: unveiling putting on display for the first time production a presentation for the stage or screen or radio or television staging , theatrical production the production of a drama on the stage type of: display exhibiting openly in public view
  • noun formally making a person known to another or to the public synonyms: intro , introduction see more see less types: debut the presentation of a debutante in society reintroduction an act of renewed introduction type of: informing , making known a speech act that conveys information
  • noun a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view “the presentation of new data” synonyms: demonstration , presentment see more see less types: show 19 types... hide 19 types... exhibition the act of exhibiting exposure presentation to view in an open or public manner performance the act of presenting a play or a piece of music or other entertainment lecture demonstration presentation of an example of what the lecturer is discoursing about counterdemonstration a demonstration held in opposition to another demonstration dramatic performance , dramatic production the act of performing a drama encore an extra or repeated performance; usually given in response to audience demand extemporisation , extemporization , improvisation a performance given extempore without planning or preparation juggle , juggling throwing and catching several objects simultaneously conjuration , conjuring trick , deception , illusion , legerdemain , magic , magic trick , thaumaturgy , trick an illusory feat; considered magical by naive observers musical performance the act of performing music one-night stand a performance in one place on one night only interpretation , rendering , rendition the act of interpreting something as expressed in an artistic performance last hurrah , swan song a final performance or effort (especially before retirement) debunking , repudiation the exposure of falseness or pretensions production (law) the act of exhibiting in a court of law rodeo an exhibition of cowboy skills program , programme a performance (or series of performances) at a public presentation reprise the act of performing a role again type of: show the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining
  • noun a visual representation of something synonyms: display see more see less types: show 5 types... hide 5 types... float an elaborate display mounted on a platform carried by a truck (or pulled by a truck) in a procession or parade Snellen chart display consisting of a printed card with letters and numbers in lines of decreasing size; used to test visual acuity spectacle an elaborate and remarkable display on a lavish scale bullfight , corrida a Spanish or Portuguese or Latin American spectacle; a matador baits and (usually) kills a bull in an arena before many spectators naumachia , naumachy a naval spectacle; a mock sea battle put on by the ancient Romans type of: representation a creation that is a visual or tangible rendering of someone or something
  • noun (obstetrics) position of the fetus in the uterus relative to the birth canal “Cesarean sections are sometimes the result of abnormal presentations ” see more see less type of: attitude , position , posture the arrangement of the body and its limbs

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  • contributions
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The power of words is immense and palpable when it comes to sharing ideas with others. The way you frame your sentences and cherry-pick specific words will affect how the audience preserves you. Not just that. Well-selected power words can shape narratives around businesses, distort (positively and negatively) their perception, and impact the listener’s decision to purchase. That’s why top copywriters and public speakers alike spend a great deal of time brainstorming different word combos and obsessing over their selection of action verbs, adjectives, and linking phrases.

Granted, you no longer need to do that. Just grab a PowerPoint template of your choice and start populating it with our big list of power words! 

What are Power Words?

Power words are persuasive words and phrases that evoke a positive or negative emotional response. Our selection of verbs, adjectives, and adverbs can convey different emotions from slight excitement to rightful outrate. That’s why public speakers , authors, and copywriters always carefully choose their words to convey the right idea and sentiment. 

Power words and phrases can make the same idea sound very different. Let’s take Apple’s famous slogan as an example: Think different. 

You can also convey the same idea using other descriptive words: Don’t think like everybody else, think outside the box, be creative 

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However, each variation has a somewhat different ring to it. Ultimately, your word choice also impacts how others perceive you based on your speech.

Researchers found that word selection can have a massive impact on people, businesses, and society as a whole. Individual word choices can indicate the speaker’s mental state and impact the outcomes of a negotiation. Business power words shape customer experience with the brand and affect conversions. Action words, chose by the media, influence public perception of a social issue. 

Interestingly a group of researchers from Wilfrid Laurier University in Canada and Wharton in the US also found that word choices impact the song’s popularity. By applying text mining analytics to Billboard charts, the group found that songs with somewhat more unique texts performed better than those with pretty standard lyrics. A 16% differentiation in lyrical topics within a song was enough to propel it higher than songs in similar genres. 

The takeaway:

Our word choices have a profound impact on how others perceive us, as well as the actions they take afterward. Thus, if you want to be a Rockstar presenter , you need to choose your words carefully and prioritize powerful words! 

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List of Powerful Words to Use in Presentations 

The English language has about 170,000 words in use . But an average person has an active vocabulary of 20,000 – 30,000 words. Among them is a smaller range of powerful adjectives and action verbs to make your presentations and speeches more impactful. 

Action Verbs to Use in Your PowerPoint Presentation

As the name implies, action verbs denote some dynamics — state, movement, result, etc. We use action verbs in our everyday speech a lot to describe what and how we do things. As author Elwyn Brooks White suggests : 

“Write with nouns and verbs, not with adjectives and adverbs. The adjective hasn’t been built that can pull a weak or inaccurate noun out of a tight place.”

Strong verbs don’t need adverbs to reinforce them. Compare these two statements: 

  • I walked quickly towards the door. 
  • I rushed out of the door. 

The first sentence merely states the fact. But the second one better conveys the emotion, the urgency of getting out of the room. It adds color to the narrative and sets the right mood.

In business presentations, action verbs help imply action to the user. They are good to use for both throughout the copy and the closing slide when you describe: 

  • Main action points 
  • Accomplishments
  • Next steps 
  • Results 

As you proofread your slide deck, look for weaker verbs and then replace them with stronger synonyms. Some common offenders include: 

  • State-of-being verbs such as am, does, do, could, might, etc. While they have their merit, oftentimes, you can find a more descriptive alternative, conveying an extra emotion. 
  • Verbs ending in -ing : wishing, planning, forgetting. Be bolder. Use present or past tenses instead. 
  • Verbs in conjunction with an adjective: walked quickly, talked loudly, etc. Again, these can be replaced with snappier one-word alternatives. 

List of powerful verbs to make your language more persuasive: 

  • Accelerate 
  • Alter 
  • Maintain 
  • Regard 
  • Convince 
  • Boost 
  • Ignite 
  • Surge 
  • Disrupt 
  • Rejuvenate 
  • Smash 
  • Supercharge 
  • Report 
  • Change 
  • Explore 
  • Re-define 
  • Strategize 
  • Maximize 
  • Capture 
  • Achieve 

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Powerful Adjectives to Use In Your Presentation 

The goal of adjectives is to reinforce your nouns and verbs. Use them to convey specific emotions and set the scene for the audience. 

But be sparring. You are not writing a novel. Too many adjectives can make your slide deck look cluttered, as you’d have to skim on white space to fit longer sentences. Also, excessive use of adjectives can muddle the main idea behind your key statements.

Below is our quick collection of power adjectives you can use to punch up your presentation: 

Power Words for Motivation

  • Awe-inspiring
  • Exquisite 
  • Blissful 
  • Brilliant 
  • Dynamic 
  • Burgeoning 
  • Breathtaking
  • Accomplished
  • Successful 
  • Enterprising 
  • Venturesome
  • Life-changing
  • Encouraging 
  • Baffling 
  • Sensational 
  • Incredible 

Power Words for Sales (Adjectives) 

  • Cost-effective 
  • Exorbitant 
  • Knock-out 
  • Science-proofed 
  • Limited-time 
  • Fully-booked
  • Refundable 
  • Negotiable 
  • Below market average 
  • Too-good-to-miss
  • Budget-friendly
  • Optimal 
  • Exclusive 
  • Time-sensitive
  • Efficacious
  • Sensible 
  • Stylish 
  • Unique 
  • Profitable 

Power Adjectives to Persuade

  • Verified 
  • Risk-free 
  • Effective 
  • Tested 
  • Solution-oriented
  • Vetted 
  • Non-negotiable
  • Quality-controlled 
  • Reliable 
  • Legitimate 
  • Lifetime 
  • Market-tested 
  • Foolproof 
  • Surefire 
  • Ingenious 
  • Innovative 
  • Cutting-edge 
  • Exceptional 
  • Game-changing
  • Ground-breaking
  • Flagship 
  • Assured 
  • Collateralized 
  • Painless 
  • Diciest 
  • Tamperproof
  • Immutable 

Coherence Markers 

Coherence markers are conversational words and phrases we use to denote logical connections between different ideas. They are not meaningful standalone words. Yet, they play a huge role in making your presentation copy more compelling.

Take a look at these two versions of Dove ad copy:

  • Your skin’s natural oils keep it silky and supple. As you age, it becomes less elastic, and the production of oil slows down. Aging can cause dull, dehydrated skin.
  • Your skin’s natural oils keep it silky and supple. But as you age, your skin becomes less elastic, and the production of oil slows down. That is why aging can cause dull, dehydrated skin.

The bolded coherence markers help digest the claims by establishing logical connections between the ideas. Research shows that adding such links to any copy (or speech) improves clarity and boosts persuasion. Therefore, sprinkle some coherence markers in your presentation to help the reader or lister mentally justify what you are saying. 

Coherence Markers to Use in a Presentation 

  • Now do it 
  • So go ahead
  • Due to 
  • That’s why 
  • Given that 
  • Here’s the deal:
  • That’s right 
  • By contrast 
  • Beyond that 
  • For starters
  • What’s the bottom line?
  • You might be wondering
  • By now you should 
  • Better still…
  • The general conclusion is that
  • Compound this with 
  • What does this mean for you?
  • Inferring from above 
  • Just imagine
  • You’ve tried everything. But
  • You start to worry that
  • Let me guess 
  • What’s the catch?
  • I know that’s what you’re thinking, right?
  • But one thing’s for sure
  • Let me say this straight
  • Now consider it this way 
  • It gest better (or worse)
  • But here’s the kicker
  • As if that’s not enough
  • Best of all

Metaphors 

A metaphor is a figure of speech used to represent or symbolize another object or concept. For example, time is the greatest gift given to you . 

Writers love using metaphors to act depth and eloquence to their narrative. At the same time, top presenters use these to help the reader picture an intangible concept. 

As research found, metaphors help with persuasion by helping the reader or listener form a concrete mental image of the discussed concept. For example, you can say that your printing equipment works fast. But how fast do you mean? A metaphor can help make it more clear, e.g., “Our printing machines an equivalent of Ferrari in terms of speed.”  

Check our complete guide to using metaphors in presentations for more insights. Or swipe of some of the examples from our list below: 

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Metaphors for Professional Presentations 

  • Zeus-like 
  • Drag-and-drop interfaces 
  • To be worth waiting for 
  • Glue for the Internet 
  • To stay afloat 
  • Off the shelf 
  • Custom-made 
  • To get up to speed
  • App-like functionality 
  • blue ocean / red ocean 
  • Bumps on the road 
  • Jump on the bandwagon 
  • Tossed its cap
  • The veneer on the credenza.
  • Moonshot project
  • More complicated than one-color puzzles.
  • Lion-tamer-sky-diver fun
  • Pack a punch 
  • At the foothold of new 
  • Buckets of questions 
  • Going against the grain
  • The epitome of something else
  • From full throttle to a halt

To Conclude

Positive power words speak straight to the hearts and minds of the audiences. They encourage, inspire, motivate, bring up, and help move on in the right direction. If your goal is to hammer in a clear idea and prompt subsequent desirable action, these words are your best buddies to use all through your presentation slides and during delivery! 

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Remember: Less is more.

A strong presentation is so much more than information pasted onto a series of slides with fancy backgrounds. Whether you’re pitching an idea, reporting market research, or sharing something else, a great presentation can give you a competitive advantage, and be a powerful tool when aiming to persuade, educate, or inspire others. Here are some unique elements that make a presentation stand out.

  • Fonts: Sans Serif fonts such as Helvetica or Arial are preferred for their clean lines, which make them easy to digest at various sizes and distances. Limit the number of font styles to two: one for headings and another for body text, to avoid visual confusion or distractions.
  • Colors: Colors can evoke emotions and highlight critical points, but their overuse can lead to a cluttered and confusing presentation. A limited palette of two to three main colors, complemented by a simple background, can help you draw attention to key elements without overwhelming the audience.
  • Pictures: Pictures can communicate complex ideas quickly and memorably but choosing the right images is key. Images or pictures should be big (perhaps 20-25% of the page), bold, and have a clear purpose that complements the slide’s text.
  • Layout: Don’t overcrowd your slides with too much information. When in doubt, adhere to the principle of simplicity, and aim for a clean and uncluttered layout with plenty of white space around text and images. Think phrases and bullets, not sentences.

As an intern or early career professional, chances are that you’ll be tasked with making or giving a presentation in the near future. Whether you’re pitching an idea, reporting market research, or sharing something else, a great presentation can give you a competitive advantage, and be a powerful tool when aiming to persuade, educate, or inspire others.

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  • Guy Kawasaki is the chief evangelist at Canva and was the former chief evangelist at Apple. Guy is the author of 16 books including Think Remarkable : 9 Paths to Transform Your Life and Make a Difference.

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How to create a sales presentation

Creating an effective sales presentation involves understanding your audience, delivering clear value propositions, and showcasing your product or service in an engaging way. Use these tips to make a presentation that not only captivates the crowd but also compels them to make a purchase.

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What is a sales presentation?

A sales presentation is an important tool used by businesses to explain, promote, and sell their products or services to a client or potential buyers. The presentation usually includes an introduction to the product, a discussion of its features and benefits, and a list of reasons why the audience should buy it. Effective sales presentations are well-structured, tailored to the audience’s needs, and delivered in a confident and persuasive manner.

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What to include in your sales presentation

Your sales presentation should be a blend of information, persuasion, and appeal. Here’s what to include in your upcoming presentation:

  • Introduction. Briefly introduce yourself and your company then provide context about the upcoming presentation.
  • Identified need. Clearly define the problem or need your product or solution aims to fix.
  • Solution overview. Explain how your product or service solves the identified problem.
  • Benefits. List the key benefits of your product and illustrate how they align with the audience’s needs.
  • Proof points. Provide evidence to support your claims using case studies, testimonials, or data points.
  • Pricing and packages. Outline your pricing structure along with any packages or deals you’re offering.
  • Call to action. End with a clear call to action by telling your audience what you want them to do after the presentation.

Developing your sales presentation

Creating a persuasive sales presentation requires careful planning and extensive research. Follow these tips while drafting your presentation for a seamless delivery :

  • Research your audience. Get to know your audience’s interests, needs, and pain points.
  • Outline your presentation. Before you dive into any specifics, create a high-level outline to make sure your points follow a clear and logical structure .
  • Design engaging slides. Use visuals to support your message while avoiding clutter and ensuring that any text is easy to read.
  • Practice your delivery . Rehearse your presentation multiple times to refine your flow, timing, and cadence.

How long should your sales presentation be?

The length of your sales presentation can vary depending on the complexity of the product and the audience’s engagement level. However, experts recommend keeping presentations between 20 and 30 minutes to cover all your important points without losing your audience’s attention.

Finalizing your sales presentation

After drafting your presentation, remember to review and refine it. Here’s a quick checklist:

  • Ensure all technical terms are explained.
  • Check that all ideas flow logically.
  • Verify that your presentation addresses all potential questions or objections.
  • Include a memorable conclusion that reinforces your call to action.

A successful sales presentation includes engaging visuals, persuasive rhetoric, and well-structured information. By using the tips above, you can design a presentation that not only holds the attention of your listeners but also encourages them to take the next step.

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PowerPoint vs. Keynote vs. Google Slides: Best Presentation Software?

What's the best presentation software for your next project? Discover the answer in our detailed comparison of PowerPoint, Keynote, and Google Slides.

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Choosing the best presentation software is a big decision. Your presentation needs to look good. And to make it look good, you need the right tool. The presentation software you choose makes a difference. In this article, we’ll compare PowerPoint vs. Google Slides vs. Keynote.

As a creative, you’ll likely need to give presentations. Maybe it’s to win new business, pitch your team on a design, or build awareness with a marketing deck.

Presentation software allows you to create professional slide presentations. A slide presentation allows the presenter to share information. Initially, slide presentations were geared towards live audiences. Now, slide presentations are just as likely to be delivered to a web audience and published online.

In this article, we compare three of the most popular presentation packages: PowerPoint, Keynote, and Google Slides. We’ll dig into some of the pros and cons of each app.

Also, we’ll link to helpful resources to help you get started quickly, no matter which tool you choose. Finally, we’ll point out some strong template choices to help you make the best use of your presentation software and get started quickly. Let’s dive in.

No matter which software package you use, one way to ensure professional results is by choosing a high-quality template. A template determines the look and feel of your presentation. The right template can elevate it to a truly professional presentation .

The Top Presentation Software Compared

As we dive into the top presentation apps, let’s do a bit of research on top apps. To do that, we’ll use Google Trends. As you can see, PowerPoint’s popularity has held steady as the global leader, although Google Slides continues its popularity.

The closeness of the data for PowerPoint vs. Google Slides may surprise you. Google Slides experienced a huge boom in traffic in 2020 and continues its popularity. However, it still trails PowerPoint. Keynote has a more limited share, remaining mostly flat over the last few years.

Google Trends for presentation software

This is the worldwide trend, so let’s consider search patterns in the United States. As you can see below, Google Slides is often more popular than PowerPoint in the United States from the perspective of search traffic. At the time of writing, they are roughly equal. Keynote, like the worldwide pattern, is lower but a steady constant.

Google Trends for presentation apps in the USA

Now, in this chart, we break down the main differences between PowerPoint vs. Keynote vs. Google Slides. Then we’ll dig into each presentation software in more detail to help you choose between them.

Let’s take a closer look at each presentation software package. We’ll compare PowerPoint vs. Google Slides, as well as Keynote vs. PowerPoint.

1. PowerPoint

As part of the Microsoft Office suite, PowerPoint has been one of the most popular presentation software packages for years. It’s got a large number of themes. Support is widely available through both Microsoft and through user-created resources.

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Because it’s an established software package, PowerPoint has many advantages for the small business owner. Those pros include:

  • Ease of Use . The navigation structure will be familiar to anyone who uses other Microsoft software. It includes a help system and even some basic tutorials. You can also use Microsoft’s technical support.
  • Customization Options . PowerPoint includes a large number of special effects. There are also many themes available, some through Microsoft and some through third parties like Envato .
  • File Types Supported . This software presentation package can import and export a large number of file types. It’s compatible with files from other Microsoft Office products. It also lets you integrate audio files.
  • Community Support . Due to the large number of users, there are many articles and books to help you learn how to use the tool effectively.
  • Integration with Office Apps. If you use Microsoft Excel for data and analysis, it’s a breeze to drop data tables and charts from Excel right into your PowerPoint presentation.
  • Artificial intelligence. Microsoft recently launched Copilot, an AI assistant that works in PowerPoint.
  • Mobile apps. Available for free, the mobile apps on iOS and Android are the perfect way to take your work with you and not lose your productivity streak.

Despite its many advantages, there are still some weaknesses:

  • Collaboration . Recently, PowerPoint has improved the ability to collaborate in real time. However, when you compare Google Slides vs. PowerPoint’s collaboration, PowerPoint lags. To work with another user, you must save the document to OneDrive and invite the people you want to collaborate with.
  • Web apps. While Microsoft has a browser-based version of PowerPoint, it’s not as fully featured or as seamless as Google Slides, for example.
  • Perception . Some users report that PowerPoint leads to less creative presentations. This is probably because many businesses rely on older, more basic templates that don’t use the most recent features.

PowerPoint Gains (Artificial) Intelligence

One of the big advantages of PowerPoint is the fact that Microsoft has already incorporated AI. As you compare PowerPoint vs. Keynote and Google Slides, note that Microsoft added AI first!

The recently launched Copilot AI assistant works inside PowerPoint. It helps you analyze data and style your presentations. Get a full walkthrough of AI in PowerPoint .

6 Quick Tips for Getting Started in PowerPoint

When you decide to use PowerPoint, you may be wondering how to get started. By embracing these six quick tips, you’ll get ideas and be ready to build slides fast:

1. Add Multimedia for Engaging Presentations

Your PowerPoint presentation can be so much more than simple slides. You can add an incredible range of audio, video, and animations. These help you better engage your audience.

Learn more about the power of adding audio and video to your PowerPoint presentation below:

  • How to Add Audio to PowerPoint (Free PowerPoint Template Included)
  • How to Embed a Video in PowerPoint (With Free Template)

2. Choose a Template to Meet Your Needs

When you’ve opted for PowerPoint, it pays to start by using a template. And not just any template. You’ll save more time and impress more people by choosing a themed template.

Presenting on real estate? Choose a real estate template! Opt for a food-inspired design if you’re sharing slides about a new restaurant. The Envato library has thousands of PPT templates with custom themes.

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These themed templates also help give you design inspiration. Slide designs are tailored around a specific topic. As you build out your designs, you may think of things to share that otherwise you wouldn’t have considered. A themed premium template is truly a win-win.

3. Animate Your Slides

Static, unmoving PowerPoint slides aren’t very interesting. Why not add a little spice by using animations to control how text and objects appear and disappear on a slide? They’re easy to add and use.

Animations are stylish, and they help you control the flow of your presentation. For example, you can add a simple Fly In effect to bring bullet points onto a slide, one by one.

Sound intriguing? Learn more with our full tutorial .

4. Build Stylish Illustrated Layouts

PowerPoint layouts should have a few things in common:

  • They should be stylish. You need to use eye-catching designs that grab (and keep) an audience’s focus.
  • Slide layouts should also be neat and uncluttered. Add too much content and you’ll have a messy, distracting presentation.

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Using plenty of images is a great way to build winning layouts. Photos and graphics boost visual interest in a flash. They help you style content in new and creative ways.

5. Keep Formats Consistent With Format Painter

When you’re working in PowerPoint, it pays to maintain a clean and consistent look. This means preserving styles and formats from one slide to the next. But you may not have a ton of time when you’re building slides.

Fortunately, PowerPoint’s Format Painter feature is there to help. Format Painter lets you seamlessly copy formats from one section of a slide deck to another. For example, you can mirror text highlights from one slide to another.

To learn how, read our MS PowerPoint Format Painter guide .

6. Use Infographics and Charts

As you present in PowerPoint, try to illustrate your ideas. A compelling option is to use infographics and charts. These are especially useful if you’re talking through numerical data.

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Infographics are illustrations that use graphics to convey information. They’re a hallmark of premium templates. Often, you’ll find dozens of options in a single deck. You can easily swap out the placeholder details with your own data. Infographics are a top way to bring your ideas to life.

More Top Tutorials for Microsoft PowerPoint

Want to dive deeper into Microsoft PowerPoint? Our Envato Tuts+ tutorial, PowerPoint 101: Everything You Need to Make a Basic Presentation , is a great place to start.

We also have a comprehensive PowerPoint resource, How to Use PowerPoint (Ultimate Tutorial Guide) .

How to Create Advanced Designs With PowerPoint Templates

No matter how much you know about PowerPoint, you need your presentation to look as professional as possible. You’ll want to use a professional template to do that. Envato has a simple licensing structure for PowerPoint templates. Subscribe, and you’ll have access to thousands of presentation templates.

We also have a detailed tutorial on how to customize a PowerPoint template. It shows you the art of modifying PPT slide designs and adjusting Master Slides.

Here’s a closer look at one of our most popular PowerPoint templates, Blendu. It includes many slide layout options and the features you’d expect in a professional design.

Blendu - Powerpoint Presentation Template

What is Keynote? Simply put, Keynote is part of Apple’s iWork productivity suite. Some call it the Apple version of PowerPoint. It was designed to work on macOS and is a streamlined presentation tool.

The app offers a stylish interface that’s easy to use. Keynote remote works on the iPad, iPhone, and iPod. While the support isn’t quite as extensive as what’s available for PowerPoint, there are still a lot of resources available.

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If you’re already a macOS user, Keynote just might be the best presentation software for your business needs. As you evaluate PowerPoint vs. Keynote, these comparisons can help you weigh your options. Here are some of the pros of Keynote:

  • Ease of Use . Like many macOS apps, Keynote features an intuitive, user-friendly interface. The Apple version of PowerPoint puts design at the forefront and makes it easy to create a presentation from scratch.
  • Multiple Devices . With iCloud, you can use Keynote on multiple devices and sync your files. You can resume editing your presentation on your iPad or iPhone even while on the go.
  • Customization Options. With many different themes, animation, and effects available, it’s easy to get creative. There are also many themes available from third-party marketplaces like Envato .
  • Export Feature. Keynote files can easily be exported to PowerPoint or even QuickTime. It also integrates well with other tools in Apple’s ecosystem, like Pages and Numbers.

Cons of Apple Keynote include:

  • Less Extensive Help Files . Keynote has a smaller user group. As such, there’s a smaller knowledge base that you can learn from. The Apple version of PowerPoint can hardly match the massive number of users of other presentation apps.
  • macOS Only . If you’ve got a PC and want to create Keynote files from scratch, you’ll need to use the browser-based editor.

As the Apple version of PowerPoint, design is at the forefront of this tool.

Top Tutorials for Keynote

Want to learn more about Apple Keynote? We’ve got you covered with tutorials that help you master Apple’s presentation app. Many of these resources can even contrast the difference between Keynote and PowerPoint.

Don’t let the choice of PowerPoint vs. Keynote be one of familiarity. As you level up your Keynote knowledge, you can make a confident choice. Learn more about using Apple Keynote in these tutorials:

  • How to Add Animated GIFs to Keynote
  • How to Make Flowcharts & Gantt Charts in Keynote With Templates
  • How to Quickly Make a Timeline in Keynote With Templates
  • What Is Apple Keynote Software? +How to Start Using It to Make Presentations
  • How to Convert Keynote to PowerPoint (PDF, & More) on Export (+Video)

How to Create Advanced Designs With Keynote Templates

Keynote, the Apple version of PowerPoint, has a litany of advanced design features. But it’s always easier when you start with a great template. You can find a professional template that uses Keynote’s unique features at Envato.

3. Google Slides

Google Slides is part of Google’s software office suite included within Google Drive. You could explain it as the Google equivalent of PowerPoint, with one twist: it’s browser-based.

The software and your work reside completely on the web, making it an ideal choice for online sharing. As a browser-first tool, it offers some intuitive and innovative presentation features.

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As long as you’re connected, you can access Google Slides from any device. If you work with a team who all use different platforms, Google Slides may be the right choice for you. Here are some Google Slides pros:

  • Ease of use . Google Slides isn’t difficult to learn. Help files are incorporated, although they don’t seem to be as extensive as in some of the other packages. There are quite a few third-party resources to help you learn Google Slides.
  • Web-based . The online files are always current and up to date. Comparing Google Slides vs. PPT, the online experience is much better with Slides. You can also easily link or embed your document into a web page.
  • Collaboration . It’s easy for colleagues and team members to access and edit documents through the web, no matter what device they’re working on. Changes can be made simultaneously in different parts of the same presentation.
  • Innovative . Google Slides has several innovative features. For example, there’s a new Q&A feature that allows audiences to interact with a speaker through a link. It looks like a promising feature to hold audience engagement for those who make a public presentation.

Cons of Google Slides include:

  • Fewer Choices. Google Slides has fewer choices for effects. There are also fewer themes, though Envato has a good selection of choices. Some users find the program features to be too basic.
  • Google Account Required . If you don’t currently have a Google account, you’ll need one to use this app. But you can sign up for an account free of charge.

Where can you go to learn more about Google Slides? As the Google equivalent of PowerPint, you’ll feel at home if you’re familiar with PowerPoint. You can also start with our tutorial, Getting Started With Google Slides . You can also ask questions in the Google Product Forums .

More Top Tutorials for Google Slides

Google Slides features an easy learning curve, but that doesn’t mean that it’s a basic app. In fact, it has most of the key features that every presenter needs.

It takes time to learn Google Slides, but we’ve got you covered with top tutorials! Make sure to use these other Envato Tuts+ tutorials to level up your Slides knowledge :

  • How to Quickly Make a Simple Jeopardy Game on Google Slides
  • How to Turn Google Slides Into a Polling Tool (Live Audience Engagement)
  • How to Quickly Customize a Google Slides Calendar Template
  • How to Zoom In & Zoom Out in Google Slides (Quick Trick)
  • How to Insert Math Equations in Google Slides (Beginner Guide + Video)

How to Use Custom Templates With Google Slides

Envato offers many professional templates for Google Slides . How good can a Google Slide presentation look? Look at our best-selling Google Slides template, Braze . Here’s a closer look at this template and thumbnails of some of its best slides:

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PowerPoint vs Keynote vs Google Slides: Which Should You Choose?

There’s no right or wrong presentation software solution. Each presentation app has pluses and minuses, and ultimately it comes down to what fits you best.

Consider these strengths as you make your presentation app choice:

  • PowerPoint is an established package with a large user base and lots of support. If you’ll be working for a business that prefers Microsoft Office products, this may be the right choice for you. There are thousands of PowerPoint templates from professional designers to choose from. Microsoft has integrated Copilot for AI-assisted presentation builds.
  • Keynote is designed for macOS and tends to have a more creative vibe, according to some users. If you work mostly on macOS or iOS, this could be the best presentation software package for you. There are plenty of creative Keynote templates to work with.
  • Google Slides might be the right package for you if you work on a team that uses different operating systems and you need to collaborate. It’s also a great option for remote teams. There’s a growing base of Google Slides presentation templates on Envato, with more added regularly.

The Best Source for Presentation App Templates (With Unlimited Downloads)

No matter which presentation app you use, Envato is a subscription with everything you need. One subscription gives you access to a wide selection of templates for Google Slides, Keynote, and PowerPoint. It gives you the flexibility to try out every presentation app you need with great templates.

PowerPoint, Keynote, and Google Slides: you name it, Envato has a template for it. Those templates save you hours of design work. Plus, your subscription gives you plenty of extras like stock photos, graphics, video, and more.

Whether you prefer Google Slides or PowerPoint or Keynote, Envato is your ticket to great presentations. Start creating .

Now You Know Which Presentation Software to Choose

In this article, you’ve learned about the pros and cons of PowerPoint vs. Keynote vs. Google Slides. You also saw helpful resources to help you learn each app. Choose the best presentation software for your needs. Then, grab a quality presentation template , and get to work making your presentation today .

Choosing the best presentation software package can be challenging. The package you choose depends largely on your needs and budget. Jump in and experiment with each to find the right fit for you.

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Styles are to Microsoft Word what gridlines are to Microsoft Excel—you can't have a fully functioning file without having them. They save time, help you to cut out bad Microsoft Word habits, and secure your document's structure. Let's look into what they are, what they do, and how to use them.

Microsoft Word's Styles group.

Whether you apply them to headings, captions, or the main body of your document, styles define how your text is formatted, spaced, and positioned. Using styles has several benefits:

  • They're a time-saver —Instead of manually reformatting your headings and paragraphs, assigning styles to your work means that you can repeat layouts with just a single click.
  • They aid consistency —Not only does using styles mean that your text layout is consistent, but you can change the formatting of large volumes of your work at the same time.
  • Certain styles have quirky benefits —For example, text assigned to a heading style automatically stays next to the corresponding text and can be used in tables of contents.

The default style is Normal, which is used for the main body of a Word document. Any text that contains formatting that differs from the Normal style should have its own style name.

While you can view a paragraph's style by clicking any word within that section and seeing which style is selected in the Style Gallery in the Home tab, a much easier way to see them in action is to use Word's Draft View. Open the "View" tab on the ribbon, and click "Draft." You will then see the Style Area Pane on the left of your document.

Once you've finished organizing your styles, click "Print Layout" to return to a more familiar view.

Word's Style Area Pane, opened via the Draft icon in the View tab on the ribbon.

If you still can't see the Style Area Pane, click File > Options to launch the Word Options dialog box, and click "Advanced" in the left-hand-side menu. Then, scroll down to find the Display options, set the Style Area Pane Width to 5 cm or 2 in , and click "OK."

The Word Options dialog box, with the Display section of the Advanced menu showing the Style Area Pane width changed to 5 cm.

Styles are set to paragraphs. Each time you press Enter, you create a new paragraph, so this is the opportunity to set a new style or continue using the same one. To amend a style, you don't need to select the whole paragraph—simply place your cursor anywhere within the paragraph, and press Ctrl+Shift+S. This will launch the Apply Styles dialog box.

The Apply Styles dialog box in Word.

When working with styles and paragraphs, it's always advisable to display paragraph markers. Click "Show/Hide" (¶) in the Paragraph group of the Home tab to do this.

The Style Gallery in the Home tab is intended to give you quick access to the styles you use more frequently. However, to see more, click the icon in the bottom-right corner of the Styles Gallery or, if you have enough fingers, press Ctrl+Alt+Shift+S—this will launch the Style Pane.

Microsoft Word's Styles pane

Next, click "Options" to launch the Style Pane Options dialog box, where you can choose from the "Select Styles To Show" options to define what you see in the Style Pane. Clicking "All Styles" will bring up all the default options you can use. Click "OK" when you've decided what you want to display.

Style Pane options

Right-clicking a style in the Style Pane will give you the option to add or remove it from the Style Gallery.

Many people are put off by how the preset styles appear in the Style Gallery, but they're easy to amend to suit your needs.

To modify a style, either place your cursor within the text assigned to that particular style and press Ctrl+Shift+S, or right-click a style in the Style Gallery in the Home tab on the ribbon. Whichever method you use, you'll then have the option to click "Modify."

The different ways to modify a style in Microsoft Word are shown.

When the Modify Style dialog box opens, click "Format" to see the different elements of this style you can modify.

Word's Modify Style dialog box with the Format option selected and opened.

  • Font —Here, you can change the font typeface, size, and color, as well as other formatting options, such as underlining, bold, and all caps. For more options—such as font character spacing—click the "Advanced" tab.
  • Paragraph —This option is the place to go if you want to amend the spacing between lines and paragraphs, or add a consistent indentation to this style. You can also go to the "Lines And Page Breaks" tab to tell Word to keep lines in this style together or keep text in this style directly next to the following paragraph.
  • Tabs —Linked to the Paragraph options, Tabs lets you add tab stops to the ruler whenever you use the chosen style.
  • Border —You can force Word to add borders or shading anytime you use the selected style.
  • Language —This is a great option if you're typing in more than one language in a document. Whenever you use this style, Microsoft Editor will automatically switch to check for spelling and punctuation errors in the specified language.
  • Frame —Here, you can add invisible borders to your style so that the text fits into a smaller space.
  • Numbering —If a certain style repeatedly contains lists within your document, you can decide on the bullet and numbering formatting using the Numbering settings.
  • Shortcut Key —If you find yourself becoming tired of clicking in the Style Gallery, you can assign a shortcut key to a style to quickly apply it to a given paragraph.
  • Text Effects —For a more artistic style, you can adjust the effects applied to the text. However, I'd recommend that you don't do this, as it can significantly reduce the credibility and formality of your work.

Remember, when you click "OK," all paragraphs assigned to this style will adjust according to any changes you make.

Press Enter at the end of any paragraph to move to the next paragraph and revert to the Normal style. However, don't press Enter repeatedly to create a larger gap between paragraphs—instead, amend the Space After value in the Paragraph section of the Modify Style dialog box.

As well as modifying and using existing styles in Word, you can create your own. The best way to do this is to first type and format text manually using the Font and Paragraph groups in the Home tab on the ribbon.

In this example, after selecting the whole paragraph, I clicked "Bold" and "Italics," as well as changing the font size to 28 pt and the font color to red. I also clicked the Paragraph dialog box launcher and changed the Space After to 24 pt.

Manually formatted text in Microsoft Word.

You'll see that the Style Area Pane still displays this newly formatted font as being in the Normal style. Don't worry—as you're applying formatting manually here, it won't affect existing styles in your document.

Now, with your cursor anywhere within that new paragraph, press Ctrl+Alt+S, name your new style, and click "New."

Text in Microsoft Word, with the Apply Styles dialog box on top showing the new style's name, 'New Style,' and the New button highlighted.

You will then see the Style Area Pane and Style Gallery reflect the addition of this new style.

A Microsoft Word document showing the newly added style in the Style Area Pane and the Style Gallery.

You can use a similar method to apply manual formatting to an existing style name or copy an existing style's properties to another style name.

Place your cursor within some text you have formatted manually, and head to the Style Gallery in the Home tab on the ribbon. There, right-click the style you want to modify to match this text, and click "Update [Style Name] To Match Selection."

The Update Normal To Match Selection option is highlighted in the Style Gallery of the Home tab on the ribbon.

You will then see the Style Gallery update to display the new formatting for that style. You might also see the other styles change within the Style Gallery, as Microsoft Word wants to help you keep your font sizes consistent.

You can easily get by with Word's styles using the tips in the previous sections of this article. However, knowing the following will help you to use and implement Word's styles even more effectively:

  • You can copy styles between Word documents if you're working on two related pieces.
  • Once you have modified the styles or created your own to suit your preferences or match your client's style guide, save your Word document as a template , so that you don't have to recreate them each time.
  • While styles are usually reserved for differentiating between different paragraph types—such as body text or headings—you can add a style separator to use more than one style within a single paragraph.

Now that you know that it's better to use styles than formatting paragraphs and headings individually, check out some other tips to avoid making mistakes in Word that would inevitably lead to issues down the line.

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Word of the Day: parched

This word has appeared in 83 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

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parched \ pɑrtʃt \ adjective

1. extremely thirsty 2. dried out by heat or excessive exposure to sunlight 3. toasted or roasted slightly

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The word parched has appeared in 83 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year, including on June 20 in “ How This Year’s Fire Season Could Pan Out ” by Soumya Karlamangla:

“We have entered fire season unambiguously,” Daniel Swain, a climate scientist at U.C.L.A., said in an online briefing. “I think we’re going to see a greatly increased level of fire activity this year, compared to the last two years.” After two rainy winters in a row, there is more grass and vegetation than usual available to burn, Swain said. And though the land isn’t unusually parched yet, he said, it’s likely to become dangerously dry in the next few months, setting the stage for extreme and difficult-to-control fires.

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