01. Interface & Efficiency

• Accessing recent files fast and customizing the interface
• Embedding fonts for consistent presentations
• Creating abbreviations with AutoCorrect
• Building and using Outlines to create initial slides
• Using PowerPoint Designer for automated layouts

02. Visual Design & Image Editing

• Working with photos and the Photo Browser
• Adjusting images: Cropping, Masking, and Transparency
• Creating custom shapes and 3D images
• Prepping images and video for high performance
• Changing templates and themes

03. Animation & Transitions

• Choosing animation styles and animating objects
• Coordinating transitions between slides
• Mastering the Morph Transition
• Animating charts, tables, and SmartArt diagrams
• Setting custom timing for automated slideshows

04. Multimedia & Screen Recording

• Incorporating video, audio, and background sound
• Inserting online video and screenshots
• Adding voiceovers to your presentation
• Using the Screen Recording tool

05. Data Integration (Excel & Charts)

• Using Excel themes and formatting tables
• Highlighting data with Conditional Formatting
• Creating Pie, Column, and Combination charts
• Exploring the six new chart types
• Creating PivotTables and SmartArt diagrams
• Pasting and linking live Excel charts and tables

06. Finalizing & Delivering

• Adding speaker notes and comments
• Consolidating, testing, and rehearsing your presentation
• Running a slideshow and using presenter tools
• Saving, reusing, and sharing your final work