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MS PowerPoint was officially launched on April 22, 1990.
MS PowerPoint was officially launched on April 22, 1990.
False
A presentation consists of a collection of sequence slides.
A presentation consists of a collection of sequence slides.
True
The Ribbon in MS PowerPoint is designed to make commands easily accessible.
The Ribbon in MS PowerPoint is designed to make commands easily accessible.
True
The Zoom Slider allows you to only zoom in on the document.
The Zoom Slider allows you to only zoom in on the document.
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The Outline Window displays slides in icon form.
The Outline Window displays slides in icon form.
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To open a new presentation, you do not need to use the Microsoft Office Button.
To open a new presentation, you do not need to use the Microsoft Office Button.
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The Status Bar contains information about the presentation you are working on.
The Status Bar contains information about the presentation you are working on.
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The View Buttons allow you to view your work only in Slide Show mode.
The View Buttons allow you to view your work only in Slide Show mode.
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The Microsoft Office Button has replaced the File menu in older versions of PowerPoint.
The Microsoft Office Button has replaced the File menu in older versions of PowerPoint.
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It is possible to create a presentation from a selection of images without any text.
It is possible to create a presentation from a selection of images without any text.
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Study Notes
MS PowerPoint Overview
- MS PowerPoint is a proprietary commercial presentation program developed by Microsoft.
- It was launched on May 22, 1990, as part of the Microsoft Office suite.
- Runs on Microsoft Windows and Apple's macOS X operating system.
What is a Presentation?
- A presentation is the process of showing and explaining the content of a topic to an audience or learner.
What is a Presentation Program?
- A presentation program is computer software used to display information, typically in the form of a slideshow.
PowerPoint Presentations
- A PowerPoint presentation is a collection of sequenced slides displayed to an audience.
- Each slide contains information the presenter wants the audience to see.
- Information can be in forms of text, images, sound, or animations.
- The presenter can control the slide transitions, or the presentation can do so automatically.
Opening MS PowerPoint (Long Method)
- Click the Start button.
- Navigate to Programs.
- Open the Microsoft Office folder.
- Click Microsoft PowerPoint 2007.
Opening MS PowerPoint (Short Method)
- Double-click the MS PowerPoint logo on your desktop.
Parts of MS PowerPoint
- Microsoft Office Button: Replaces the File menu of older versions, located in the upper-left corner of the screen. Provides basic commands like open, save, and print.
- Ribbon: Designed for quick access to commands organized into task groups under tabs.
- Slide Area: The main working area where slide content is created and edited.
- Outline Window: Displays the slide content as an icon list.
- Status Bar: Contains information about the document.
- View Buttons: Enable viewing the document in different layouts (Normal, Slide Sorter, Slide Show).
- Zoom Slider: Allows zooming in or out of the document.
- Tabs: On the Ribbon, display commands most relevant to the tasks.
Creating a New Presentation
- Click the Microsoft Office Button.
- Click New or press CTRL + N.
- Select Blank and Recent.
- Click the Create button.
Closing MS PowerPoint
- Click the close button in the upper-right portion of the screen.
- Or click the Microsoft Office Button then choose Exit PowerPoint.
- Alternatively, press ALT + F4. A dialog box appears asking if you want to save changes before exiting.
Saving a Presentation
- Click the Microsoft Office Button, choose Save, or press CTRL + S.
- The Save Dialog box appears.
- Select the folder or drive where you want to save the presentation.
- Type the file name in the box.
- Click the Save button.
Opening a Presentation
- Click the Microsoft Office Button and the Open button, or press CTRL + O.
- The Open Dialog box appears.
- Select the folder or drive where your presentation is located.
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This quiz provides an overview of MS PowerPoint, including its history, features, and functions as a presentation program. It also covers essential concepts related to presentations and how to navigate the software effectively. Perfect for beginners looking to enhance their presentation skills!
