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How to Play a Slideshow on a Computer without Microsoft PowerPoint

Usually a PowerPoint slideshow is made to give a interpretation or make a speech to others. So it’s very likely to be created on your computer but played on another. Here comes the question – what if the computer it will be play on haven’t installed Microsoft PowerPoint? Can this slideshow still be played normally?

To solve this problem, of course you can installed PowerPoint on that computer as well. But if you don’t want to, or don’t have time to do it, you can try saving the slideshow in another format.

1. Click File on the top-left corner of PowerPoint.

2. Switch to Export pane, choose Package Presentation for CD , then click Package for CD on the right.

How to Play a Slideshow on a Computer without Microsoft PowerPoint

3. In the popping out Package for CD window, you can rename the CD, add or remove files. You can also click Options… for further settings.

4. There are some options for you to choose, normally the Linked files and Embedded TrueType fonts are checked by default. You can also add a password to the file to enhance the security and privacy. After that, click OK to confirm all the settings.

5. Then choose Copy to Folder… if you don’t really have actual CD. Click Browse… in the popping out window to specify a location for saving the presentation. Hit OK to proceed.

6. The folder will pop out when finishing if you checked Open folder when complete . You can copy this folder to any computer, and play the presentation by simply double-clicking AUTORUN .

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How do I do a PowerPoint presentation without PowerPoint available?

I often use PowerPoint for presentations. Confronted with such disadvantage: PowerPoint is not installed on each computer. Advise me an alternative solution, as you can get without having to install PowerPoint, and is it possible?

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Do you send the presentation on CD or other media and need for it to be self running, or will you be there to set things up and run the presentation? What version of PowerPoint do you need to support, and what features do you use (for example, links to external files, links to the net, movies, sounds, etc)? – Steve Rindsberg Nov 15, 2011 at 15:45

8 Answers 8

export the presentation from PowerPoint to a self contained presentation
use Google docs
use a tool like Prezi ( my recommendation, never looked back to PowerPoint)

Microsoft provides PowerPoint Viewer free of charge. It won't allow you to modify PowerPoint presentations, but it will allow you to play them. I don't think there's a portable version that can be run from a thumb drive, but it's a small install for computers that don't have the full Office treatment.

1 Unfortunately, PowerPoint Viewer has been retired. – Adam J Limbert Oct 8, 2018 at 8:57
I wrote a website with a script catching pressed key. (Browser in fullscreen mode)
I often simply use PDF files
You can take a PPT viewer with you (portable version, no installation required)

You can use Windows Live Webapps.

You can also use the Broadcast feature which allows all your users to watch the same slideshow.

http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/web-apps-help/about-the-broadcast-slide-show-feature-HA010383019.aspx?CTT=5&origin=HA010378340

You send a link to your users and they can all watch your slideshow. You can control which slide they see from inside Powerpoint.

As far as I know, PowerPoint is able to produce a standalone .exe file that plays your slideshow. I guess that would be a suitable solution for almost any computer, because you do not need to install anything and you do not need any user privileges at all. Unfortunately I do not have MS Office on my own, but I guess you should find the option to do that on "export" or "save as". I also heard the it is possible to export the slideshow as flash (.swf) file (I know for sure in LibreOffice) which would be a possibility, too because most systems nowadays have an internet browser with installed flash player.

PowerPoint isn't able to produce a standalone EXE. While it can't export Flash on its own, there are add-ins that will convert PPT to Flash. – Steve Rindsberg Nov 15, 2011 at 15:43
I am pretty sure that I used that feature a few years ago, it may be that it was only in a very old office version. Exporting as flash, like I said can be done in LibreOffice. It is one additional tool, but using a tool or using a plugin is mostly not a very big difference. – Michael K Nov 15, 2011 at 15:45
I'm guessing you may've used something like this: indezine.com/products/powerpoint/pp2003/ppt2exe.html (not exactly built into PPT but semi-close). Subject to the limitations of the viewer, it'd work nicely for many uses, but wouldn't work with the 2010 viewer, in case that's a necessity. – Steve Rindsberg Nov 15, 2011 at 15:57

Here are your options:

If you need the exact fidelity (animations & graphics) of your PPT but without the ability for the recipient to edit it, go for File > Export > Video (4k)
If you don't need animations to be preserved but everything else should be as is and the recipient shouldn't be able to edit, go for File > Export > PDF
If you need the recipient to edit / control the presentation with their device try the PowerPoint Web App which is free.
If the recipient isn't well versed with Powerpoint but they'd still like to edit the file, convert it to Google slides .

GoogleDocs has a presentation tool.

You can view a presentation without PowerPoint using PowerPoint Online or Office mobile apps . PowerPoint Viewer has been retired. For more information, see View a presentation without PowerPoint .

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Can I open a PPT file without PowerPoint?

By: Author Shrot Katewa

So you have just bought a new laptop, and you have realized that it does not come preinstalled with the Microsoft Office suite. However, you are in a rush to open a PowerPoint file. You are perhaps sitting and wondering whether you can open a PPT file without PowerPoint!

You can open a PPT file without PowerPoint. To do that, you can use applications such as Keynote (for Mac) or Google Slides to open your PPT file. You can also download free tools such as LibreOffice, OpenOffice, or WPS Office to open the PPT file without PowerPoint.

The name PowerPoint is today synonymous with any type of presentation. An interesting fact about PowerPoint is that it was initially released in 1987 only for Macintosh computers.

Within 3 months after it appeared, Microsoft acquired the company that created PowerPoint. ( source ). Ever since PowerPoint has become a key component of the Microsoft Office suite and has grown from strength to strength.

We’ve broken down this article into 2 sections –

a.) You received a PPT file but you don’t have PowerPoint on your computer. So, how do you open the file?

b.) You need to send a PPT file to someone who doesn’t have PowerPoint on his/her computer. What can you do about it?

Let’s look at some of the ways you can open a PPT file without PowerPoint –

How to Open a PowerPoint File without PowerPoint?

Many times we end up in a situation where we have a PPT file or a PPTX file but do not have the PowerPoint software installed on our computer. The problem is magnified when we are in a hurry and don’t have much time at hand to view the files. There are a few ways you can overcome such a situation –

Option 1 – Use Open Source tools

Open-source software are programs in which the source code of the program is freely available to use, edit and re-distribute. These are often created by people from the open-source community.

This is a community of passionate software enthusiasts who believe that the true power of software lies in allowing others access to the source code for the benefit of the people at large. They believe in the free distribution of the software with open-source codes rather than making it proprietary and charging for the solutions for personal/business gains.

Some of the most well-known open-source office solutions are –

Apache OpenOffice
LibreOffice

All the above options are FREE and are available on all the top 3 operating systems i.e. Windows, Mac & Linux. NeoOffice is focused on Mac users.

One of the key challenges with Open Source solutions is that sometimes the files may not retain the same design, look & feel as the one that was originally created using PowerPoint

If you are a Mac user, Apple’s inbuilt Keynote will also definitely allow you to view and even edit the PPT file.

One of the key challenges with all the above applications, including Keynote, is that some of the files may not retain the same design, look & feel like the one that was originally created using PowerPoint.

Furthermore, in case you plan to edit the PPT file, you may feel a bit disoriented when using this software for the first time as some of the features are either renamed, relocated (under a different menu) or completely absent.

Option 2 – Use WPS Office

WPS office to open PPT files without PowerPoint

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WPS Office is a software suite that is created by Kingsoft – a Chinese software firm listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange. It was launched in May 2001, originally as an alternative to Microsoft Office specifically for the People’s Republic of China. Since then, they’ve expanded to other locations with great success.

If you are looking for a cheaper/free alternative to Microsoft Office suite that looks and feels just like MS Office, in our experience WPS Office by far the best option for you. It was designed with Microsoft Office users in mind. It was originally launched for Windows, however, the WPS Office suite 2019 version has been expanded to both Linux and Mac users as well.

My experience of using WPS Office has been great and I would highly recommend this to everyone without thinking twice! The software is FREE . If you sign up for an account with WPS, you get the premium features for the first year. Post that, it is a meager $30 per annum.

Option 3 – Open the PPT file on your Smartphone

If you are in a hurry, and you just need to view the PPT file, then I would recommend opening the file using your smartphone. Most of us reading this article would have access to a smartphone that boasts a powerful processor with great capabilities.

Step 1 – transfer the PPT file to your smartphone

Simply transfer the file to your smartphone. There are several ways you can do that. The easiest method that I follow to do this is to log on to WhatsApp Web on your computer ( find out how ), and share the PPT file with a colleague or to my alternative number. Then, open WhatsApp on your smartphone. Go to the specific chat window of your colleague on which you sent the PPT file. Now download the file.

If you are uncomfortable sending the file on WhatsApp to others, you can carry out a similar process using Google Drive or emailing the file to your personal email address and downloading it on your phone by accessing your personal email account on your smartphone.

Step 2 – open the PPT file on your smartphone

There are a ton of applications that allow you to access a PPT file on your smartphone. After using several applications for months for my business, I’m sharing my experience of the top 3 FREE smartphone applications that I would recommend –

PowerPoint by Microsoft Office – Microsoft provides the mobile version of PowerPoint free to all users. You can not only view the PPT file but also make a few basic edits. You’ll need an Office365 subscription for advanced features.
WPS Office – Yes, the WPS office also has a mobile app. It is completely free to use although it is heavily bloated with advertisements which do annoy at times. However, the usability of the app outshines any other issues that you may find with this app.
Polaris Office – another great Office suite option for viewing files on your smartphone. The base version is free which allows you to view and edit your PPT file. The premium version comes with the removal of ads and a few advanced features for $4/month.

Option 4 – Use Google Slides

Use Google Slides to open a PPT file without PowerPoint

Still from a Google Slides presentation

Google’s very own Office Suite is a great collaboration tool that allows you with quite a lot of similar functionalities to that of Microsoft Office. This holds true for PPT files as well. All you need is a Google account. Simply enter drive.google.com in your address bar, log in to your google account, and upload the file to your drive from your local folder.

You may see a bit of variance in terms of design, but that is nothing more than marginal. You will surely be able to review and edit the file at ease.

How do I show my PPT file to someone who does not have PowerPoint?

As a design agency that specializes in creating presentations for clients, we at OwlScape, have come across many such instances where we realized that even though our clients have requested a PPT file, sometimes they do not have ways and means to view it on their computer. This can lead to communication gaps, delays in executing the project, and sometimes, even frustration. Fortunately, there are ways you can mitigate this challenge.

I’m sharing some of the best practices that we deploy for such a situation –

Option 1 – Convert the PPT file to a PDF file

show powerpoint presentation without powerpoint

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This is a great way to showcase your PPT file as most people have a PDF viewer installed on their computer by default. The best part about converting your PPT file to PDF is that the overall look and feel of your presentation is maintained as is even if the end-user doesn’t have the fonts needed for your presentation. A PDF file also doesn’t allow the end-user to make any changes to your design or content in case that’s what you are looking for.

How to convert a PPT or PPTX file to a PDF file on Windows

If you are using a Windows computer, simply click on File > Save As. A dialogue box will open up. Choose the location on which you would like to save your file for example desktop. Below the file name, you will see an option of “Save as type”. Click on the dropdown. You’ll be shown a bunch of different options. Select “PDF”, and click “Save”.

How to convert a PPT file to a PDF file on Mac

If you are using a Mac, simply open the PPT file and click on File > Print. A dialogue box will open up. On the bottom left corner of the dialogue box, you will see a dropdown. Click on the dropdown, and select “Save a PDF”. Next, simply select the location of the folder in which you need to save the PDF file, and click “Save”.

We may want to keep in mind that the only major disadvantage of converting a PPT file to a PDF file is that all animations and transitions from your PPT file will be lost while converting it into a PDF file.

Option 2 – Convert the slides of the PPT file to individual images

In case the recipient of your presentation doesn’t have access to even a PDF viewing software, converting your presentation to individual slide images may be a better option for you.

The process to convert a PPT file to an image file format is similar on both Windows and Mac.

When you have the presentation open, simply click on File > Export. A dialogue box will open up asking you to name the file and select the location. At the bottom of the dialogue box, you will find an option to select the “File Format”.

Click on the dropdown and select “JPEG” from the options. Make sure you have selected the “Save every slide” option. This will ensure all slides are saved as images in one go.

The advantage of converting your presentation into images is similar to that of a PDF file. The overall look and feel is maintained as is. Similarly, an image file will not retain any of the animations and slide transitions.

Option 3 – Convert the PPT file into a video

This is a great option especially if you would like to show the full animations and transition of your presentation.

The process to convert your PPT file into a video is very simple. Open your presentation, simply click on File > Export.

A dialogue box will open up asking you to name the file and select the location. At the bottom of the dialogue box, you will see an option to choose the “File Format” in which you would like to export the file. Click on the dropdown, and select “MP4” from the option.

This will convert the presentation into a video. By default, PowerPoint will spend 5 seconds on each slide. You can change this setting before exporting the PPT file to a video.

Option 4 – Convert the PPT file to a Presentation Show (PPS) file

This is our favorite format of sharing a PPT file, sometimes, even to people who may have PowerPoint on their computer. We highly recommend using this method.

A PowerPoint Show or PPS file is a file format that allows the recipient to view the presentation directly in the “slide show” mode. The recipient can not access any contents of the individual slides themselves, thus, disabling the end-user from editing the file while retaining all the transitions and animations.

To convert a PPT file to a PPS file format, simply open your presentation and click on File > Save As. A dialogue box will open up. Choose the location and the name of your file. At the bottom part of the dialogue box, you will get an option to choose the “File Format”. Click on the dropdown and choose “PowerPoint Show (.pps)”. Then click “Save”

How to Open PPTx file without PowerPoint?

So, opening a PPTX file works just the same way as that of a PPT file. In fact, any of the options that I’ve mentioned above will work for you. If you’ve skipped the aforementioned sections, let me briefly mention the options for you below –

To open a PPTX file without PowerPoint, you can use any one of the following options –

Use OpenSource Presentation programs such as OpenOffice, LibreOffice etc
Use Google Slides by uploading the PPTX file to you Google Drive
Use WPS Office
OR use your Smartphone to view the PPTX files.

If you want more details about any of the options suggested, make sure you go through the earlier part of this article where I’ve explained the steps in detail.

Furthermore, do make sure that you check out this article where I wrote everything about PPTX files –

What is a PPTX file and How to Open It? A Complete Guide!

Final Thoughts

There are various ways of opening, viewing, or even editing a PPT file without PowerPoint. I hope this article was helpful in understanding various ways in which you could open a PPT file without PowerPoint

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How to Open PowerPoint Documents Without PowerPoint

Lee Stanton Lee Stanton is a versatile writer with a concentration on the software landscape, covering both mobile and desktop applications as well as online technologies. Read more July 2, 2021

Do you ever find yourself in a situation where you need to open a PowerPoint presentation but don’t have the program installed on your computer? Maybe you’re at work and forgot to bring your laptop. Or perhaps you’re using your friend’s home PC, which doesn’t have an up-to-date version of MS Office.

How to Open PowerPoint Documents Without PowerPoint

If this sounds like you, we’ve got some good news. There are plenty of tools that can help open that PowerPoint document, and you don’t even need to spend big to get them.

In this article, we’re going to take you through the different tools that you could use to open a PowerPoint file if you don’t have the program on your device.

PowerPoint Compatible Applications

Microsoft PowerPoint may be the Mona Lisa of presentation programs, but it’s definitely not the only well-known option in town. Whether you want to make your work stand out with some snazzy transitions and animations or need an easy-to-use tool for creating basic slide shows, there are plenty of options available on the market. These include web-based utilities like Google Docs Presentations, LibreOffice Impress, PowerPoint Viewer, NeoOffice, Slide Share, and others.

Let’s now see how each of these tools work.

1. Downloadable Programs

a) PowerPoint Online

PowerPoint Online is a cloud-based service from Microsoft that allows users to create, edit and share presentations on any of their devices. It provides high-quality presentation tools that let you design and collaborate with your team and automatically synchronize that information across your connected devices.

To use PowerPoint Online, all you need is a browser and a Microsoft account (hotmail.com, live.com, outlook.com, MSN, or even a Microsoft 365 work/school account). If you have the file on your computer, you can view it with one simple drag from your desktop to the PowerPoint web page. You can also use PowerPoint online to open files saved on Dropbox or OneDrive.

PowerPoint Online lets you share or collaborate with partners when giving presentations. So you’ll never have that awkward moment during work meetings where colleagues are trying to pass along an idea but can’t quite do so because they don’t have access to the specific content like you do.

b) PowerPoint Viewer

PowerPoint Viewer is a great tool to use if you want to view your PowerPoint presentations. It works well with password-protected documents and allows you to open, print, and share files with others. Although it doesn’t allow you to edit anything, you can see slideshows in their entirety and compile notes on ideas that may have been brewing while it was being created.

Although, Microsoft retired the original PowerPoint Viewer back in 2018, but we already have a few replacements designed for Windows 10 version 17763.0 or higher. A good example would be PPTX Viewer , which offers pretty much the same tools as the application originally developed.

2. Open-Source Tools

You’ll be pleased to learn that Microsoft PowerPoint isn’t the only tool you can use to power through a slideshow. There are plenty of open-source alternatives out there that don’t involve the default software package from Microsoft. In most cases, these alternatives are as good as PowerPoint itself, if not much better. Before looking at our top picks under this category, it’s important to understand what open-source tools are.

Open-source software is software whose source code is available to the public for reuse, study, and redistribution under a list of licensing terms that indicate various copyright responsibilities. Unlike proprietary software, no one owns open-source software. Everyone can modify it and share it with others. For this reason, you should always exercise caution before using any open source program for your presentations.

Here are our top open-source presentation tools:

a) Apache OpenOffice Impress

Apache OpenOffice Impress is a free and general-purpose office software compatible with many different kinds of documents. It includes a word processor (similar to Microsoft Word), a spreadsheet application (similar to Excel), and a presentation and graphics program (similar to PowerPoint). It is available in over 100 languages and also allows you to install third-party extensions for additional functionality.

To open a PowerPoint file with the help of Apache OpenOffice Impress:

Apache OpenOffice Impress is a versatile tool that allows you to view and create striking presentations. You can even enhance your presentations with 2D and 3D graphics, special effects, and animations. The toolbar and sidebar are incredibly user-friendly. There’s a “Properties” button to help you sort through slideshows as well as a “Navigator” button to enable you to navigate around with ease. In addition, a variety of formatting tools are available in the “Style” section located at the top of every slide.

Apache Open Office Impress might not have the best graphics but it certainly won’t disappoint. That said, there’s a minor learning curve involved, and it’s unlikely that you’ll hit the ground running. But once you conquer that hurdle and learn how all of its features work, you’ll be making high-quality presentations in no time.

b) LibreOffice Impress

LibreOffice’s presentation software is also named Impress. It’s synonymous with quality presentations that are just as good as those created using PowerPoint.

To open a PowerPoint file with LibreOffice:

Download and install the software on your computer.

LibreOffice Impress comes with a wide range of templates to choose from, but their basic layout can be tweaked by installing specific formatting add-ons. That includes animated transitions and decorative frames. So it’s a good pick if you need well-crafted presentations, complete with visual animations and powerful charts for your marketing campaign.

Libre Office and Apache OpenOffice are strikingly similar. As a result, some users use them interchangeably.

c) NeoOffice

NeoOffice is a free, open-source office suite for Mac that includes word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and drawing applications. It also allows you to open presentations initially created using LibreOffice or OpenOffice Impress.

To open a PowerPoint presentation using NeoOffice:

Navigate to the location of your PowerPoint document.

NeoOffice comes with several benefits. First, you don’t have to use or subscribe to any particular service to work with your documents in the software. Second, it’s always up-to-date because the developers constantly monitor the program and install the updates by themselves. They don’t have to wait for official approval from a company owner such as Microsoft or Apple to release new features. Lastly, there are no commercial restrictions on downloading copies for multiple people at once.

3. Web-Based Tools

a) Google Docs Presentations

If you want to make a presentation without using PowerPoint, Google Slides is an excellent option. It lets users easily import their presentations and share them with others conveniently through the cloud. Although it doesn’t come with the same features as Microsoft PowerPoint, it’s one of the most user-friendly presentation tools.

If you want to open a PowerPoint file using Google Docs, here are the steps:

Besides viewing the file, you can also make further tweaks as you see fit. Additionally, you can download the presentation in various formats, including PPTX, ODP, PDF, JPEG, and TXT.

b) SlideShare

SlideShare is a social media site for presentations. Users can upload their slideshows and embed them on other websites. Presentations are typically viewed by browsing topics that others have uploaded within a specific category (e.g., business, marketing).

To open a PowerPoint file using SlideShare:

Navigate to the location of the PowerPoint document you’d like to view and then click on “Open.”

Click on “My Uploads” to view the presentation.

SlideShare comes with its limitations. Notably, you can only upload PPT files as static slideshows with no multimedia or animation effects. In addition, the quality of the text and images you create within your presentation is low since everything is saved in a raster format (720 x 480 pixels resolution).

Despite the low resolution, SlideShare presents one of the best ways to introduce yourself and your work in an interactive format that’s easy on the eyes. You’re able to create engaging, compelling, and immediately shareable presentations that can be accessed anytime.

F requently Asked Questions

How do i use powerpoint on a smartphone or tablet .

The Microsoft Office mobile app lets you read, view, and edit PowerPoint documents on the go with your iPad, iPhone, or Android device. You can store files in the cloud and access them from anywhere. The app is designed to work around your schedule by seamlessly syncing the files on your devices to provide online and offline support.

You can use the app to open files in your Google Drive or OneDrive account and quickly transfer them between devices. What’s more, you can create a document on one device and then continue editing it later on another device. Thus, the app is perfect for co-authoring with others.

The app is readily available in both the App Store and Google Play.

Make Presentations Like a Pro

PowerPoint is an excellent program for presentations, but its alternatives may work better depending on your needs. In this tutorial, we’ve shared information on how each of the available options works and what to do to view your document. We’re confident that this information will help you choose the perfect presentation tool for your next project.

Have you tried any alternatives to PowerPoint? Let us know in the comments section below.

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While Microsoft PowerPoint is the most popular application used to work on PowerPoint files, there are other tools that allow you to open and view a PowerPoint presentation on any device.

We understand that you may not always have access to Microsoft PowerPoint on your Windows PC or Mac. Or perhaps, you are on the go and need to view a presentation quickly on your smartphone (Android device or iPhone).

In this article, we intend to review Aspose PowerPoint Viewer —one of the best online tools for opening and viewing presentations on all devices—while showing you how to use it and answering important questions.

What is Aspose Presentation Viewer for PowerPoint?

Aspose Presentation Viewer is a free and easy-to-use viewer. It can open all sorts of presentations, especially Microsoft PowerPoint (PPT or PPTX) documents or files in the OpenDocument Presentation (ODP) format.

How to Use the Presentation Viewer for PowerPoint

Go to Aspose Presentation Viewer page at https://products.aspose.app/slides/viewer
Click Drop or upload your file .
Select the PowerPoint file you want to open and view.

Wait for your browser to upload your file.
View or go through your presentation.

Why Should I Use the Presentation Viewer?

Aspose Presentation Viewer provides several features that make for easy viewing and comfortable presenting.

Simple slide show controls

Using the timer function at the top-right corner, you can configure your presentation to move through its slides automatically (without any input from you).

Once the show starts, you can pause it by clicking on the button at the bottom-left corner.

Intuitive keyboard shortcuts

These keyboard shortcuts should make your experience with Aspose Viewer a pleasurable one:

To switch between the Overview mode and regular mode, use the Escape or O key.
Press F to go into Fullscreen mode. Press the Escape key to leave Fullscreen mode.
To zoom in (around any area), press and hold down the Alt button and then click on the spot. To zoom out, repeat the same step.
Quick links to additional features

Want to make some changes to your presentation?

Aspose Presentation Viewer allows you to quickly open your presentation in an editor—click on the Open in Editor icon (at the top-right corner).

Need your presentation in another format?

The converter function has you covered—simply select the new format (PPT or PPTX, PDF, or HTML) to which you want to convert your presentation. Your presentation will then be saved in the specified format.

Touch navigation

When you use Aspose Presentation Viewer on any touch-enabled device to open or view a presentation, you get to navigate through the presentation’s slides by swiping horizontally.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is the aspose viewer free .

Yes, Aspose Presentation Viewer is completely free to use. Aspose Viewer is powered by Aspose.Slides API , a leading Presentation API used in many organizations and industries.

Is the PowerPoint Viewer for mac?

Yes, you can use Aspose PowerPoint Viewer on your mac.

Can I use this PowerPoint viewer on my PC?

Yes, you can use Aspose PowerPoint Viewer on your PC or Windows device. This Viewer works on all platforms or devices running Windows, Mac OS X, Android, iOS, and so on.

Essentially, Aspose Presentation Viewer is a free PowerPoint viewer for the web. You can consider it an alternative to the viewer in Microsoft PowerPoint.

What do I need to use Aspose Viewer?

On any device, a decent internet connection and a browser are all you need to use Aspose Viewer to open a Microsoft PowerPoint file or any other presentation document.

Perhaps, you came here to learn how to view PPT without Office. If you need a PowerPoint Viewer without Microsoft PowerPoint, you can always use Aspose Presentation Viewer.

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Microsoft PowerPoint is on over a billion computers worldwide, according to Robert Gaskins, one of the program's developers. So it's likely you'll come across a PowerPoint Presentation file you need to look at. If you received a PPT file, you are not obligated to purchase Microsoft PowerPoint to view it or ask the person who sent it to create the file in a different way. You can download a free PowerPoint viewer from Microsoft or you can use free alternative programs to view and even edit a PPT document.

PowerPoint Viewer

Navigate to Microsoft Download Center (see Resources) and click the “Download” button to download the free PowerPoint viewer. This utility program can be used to see most versions of Microsoft PowerPoint including 2010.

Click the "Save" button to save the PowerPointViewer.exe to your hard drive.

Click "Open" when the download is complete and double-click the “PowerPointViewer.exe” to run the viewer.

Read over the licensing agreement from Microsoft click the “Licensing Agreement” checkbox, and then click “Continue.” Follow the installation wizard instructions to install the viewer on your computer.

Launch the Viewer and navigate your hard drive to find the PPT file you want to open. Double-click the filename to open the PPT file in the viewer.

Browse to OpenOffice and click the “I Want to Download OpenOffice” link. You can use the OpenOffice presentation program, Impress, to open PPT files.

Click “Download Apache OpenOffice” to download the OpenOffice suite; you cannot get Impress as a standalone program. Click “Save” to download OpenOffice, and then click “Run” to install the program.

Double-click the “OpenOffice” icon on your desktop and click “Presentation” to open Impress. Click the “Open Existing Presentation” radio button and then click “Open.” Browse to where your PPT file is located and click “Open” to see the PPT file. With Impress, you can not only view the presentation but also edit it.

Google Drive

Create a Google account -- these are free -- or sign into Google Drive (link in Resources) with your account information. If you have an account with Gmail, Picasa YouTube or other Google-owned service, you already have a Google account.

Click the “Upload” button on the left toolbar and browse your hard drive to find the PPT file you want to view. Your file uploads to a Google server and appears in the My Drive pane.

Click on the “Filename” link to view your file. You can also edit the file in Google Drive.

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PowerPoint Online is Microsoft's free stripped-down, web-based version of PowerPoint.
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Some non-Microsoft programs also support PowerPoint files, like LibreOffice and Google Slides.

This article explains all the different ways you can create, share, edit, print, and open PowerPoint files for free, without ever installing PowerPoint to your computer.

Instructions in this article apply to desktop and mobile users on basically any platform.

Microsoft PowerPoint Online

PowerPoint Online is the web version of PowerPoint and my absolute first pick when I need to edit a PPTX file online. It doesn't have all the features as the desktop edition but it still lets you edit existing files, create new ones, share presentations with others, and print off presentations. And all of this works from a browser, so there's nothing to download or install.

This version of PowerPoint is available if you have a Microsoft account (any email address that ends with hotmail.com, outlook.com, live.com , or msn.com ) or a Microsoft 365 work or school account.

The easiest way to view or edit an existing PowerPoint file online is to drag it from your computer and drop it directly on the PowerPoint Online web page, or use the Upload link on that page. You can also save it to your OneDrive account.

PowerPoint Online is compatible with all versions of PowerPoint. You can save a presentation from PowerPoint Online back to your computer in a number of file formats, including images, PDF, PPTX, and ODP.

Microsoft also provides PowerPoint to mobile users. There's an app for Android, iPhone, iPad, and Windows 11/10 devices (mobile, PC, and Surface Hub). The Microsoft 365 app for Android and iOS also includes PowerPoint, along with Word and Excel.

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Similar to the online PowerPoint viewer, the app has you log in with your Microsoft account so that you can access all the files from your OneDrive account, the ones that are stored on your device, and PowerPoint files saved in other cloud storage services (like Dropbox, Box, and several others).

You can edit directly from the app and use the menu from an open slideshow to save as a new title and to print it off.

The two options described above are Microsoft's free methods for opening PowerPoint files, but third-party programs can be used, too.

Unless you're interested in the Microsoft 365 free trial which lets you have PowerPoint for a limited time only, check out our lists of free online presentation makers and free Microsoft 365 alternatives for some additional choices that won't cost you a dime.

You might be relieved at the variety that's available, especially if you're looking for a way to open and edit PowerPoint files in a program that doesn't resemble Microsoft's software so much.

Microsoft used to let you open slideshows without PowerPoint with their free viewer tool , but it was restricted to viewing only and is no longer available from their website.

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While PowerPoint is the market leader when it comes to presentation software, some people may be unwilling to subscribe to a Microsoft 365 subscription, especially if they don't expect to need to use it very often.

However, there are plenty of great alternatives to PowerPoint available for free that you can use. While these won't have the same advanced features as PowerPoint, they still offer a very competent platform to design most any presentation that you need.

To help you choose, we've listed below the best free presentation software currently available.

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Prezi turns the traditional approach to presentations on its head. Instead of creating slide after slide, this presentation software gives you a single giant canvas. You can add blocks of text or images, or even create miniature slides. During your presentation, you can seamlessly fly around the canvas and zoom in to look at individual chunks of content.

For how complex Prezi seems, it’s impressively simple to use the platform. The only major divergence from Microsoft PowerPoint is that you need to add animated paths from one part of the canvas to another. The tools for this are fairly straightforward, especially if you’ve ever used an animation or video editing software.

Of course, this type of presentation structure isn’t always ideal. Prezi makes it hard to visualize structured data like financials, which can make it difficult to use in business applications. Some viewers also might not appreciate the fly-around animation style that’s inherent to the presentation software.

Read our full Prezi review .

Canva is perfect for making speedy presentations right in your web browser. This software offers a handful of free layouts to help you get your slideshow started, and it’s easy to customize the templates to fit your needs. There isn’t a huge variety of content elements to add to your presentation, but Canva makes up for this with a searchable library of more than 1 million images you can use.

Your Canva presentations live online, which makes it extremely easy to collaborate. You can invite colleagues to edit your slideshow (although simultaneous editing is not supported) or seamlessly share your finished presentation. However, beware that Canva can’t import presentations from Microsoft Powerpoint or export finished work to a Powerpoint-editable format.

Read our full Canva review .

3. LibreOffice

LibreOffice is a free alternative to Microsoft Office, and it includes a Powerpoint equivalent called Impress with nearly all of the same functionality. The only big difference you’ll find between the two slideshow creation tools is the LibreOffice lacks some modern features like built-in collaboration and integration with Microsoft OneDrive.

However, Impress does have a few advantages of its own. The software can import files from Keynote, the default presentation software on Mac computers. Plus, there are hundreds of free templates that you can download for free. Even better, there’s no limit on what fonts you can use with Impress, so it’s easy to change the look of your presentation from what Powerpoint typically allows.

On the whole, LibreOffice Impress is about as close as it gets to simply replicating Microsoft Powerpoint for free.

Read our full LibreOffice review .

4. Google Slides

Google Slides is part of Google Workspace (formerly G Suite), and it does a nice job of matching a number of PowerPoint’s capabilities. This free presentation software supports embedding videos, creating diagrams, and adding animations to your slides. While the selection of templates is somewhat limited, you can easily import hundreds of additional templates for free or create your own.

Even better, Google Slides supports the collaboration tools users have come to expect from Google. Multiple people can work on a slideshow simultaneously, and there’s a built-in group chat so you can keep track of what everyone is doing. It’s also nice that you can play your presentation in presenter mode, which allows you to preview how it will look to your audience and rehearse timing.

The only downside to Google Slides is that bloated slideshows can experience some loading delays. Also beware that while you can move between Slides and Powerpoint, the conversion often messes with the layout of your slides.

Read our full Google Slides review .

5. WPS Office Free

WPS Office Free is a Microsoft Office look-alike that fully support PowerPoint files without any layout issues during import. The WPS Presentation tool has all of the same capabilities of PowerPoint, including tons of animations, slide transitions, content effects, and video embedding. The selection of included presentation templates is also very impressive for a free software.

One of the best things about this presentation software is that the user interface will feel incredibly familiar if you’re coming from Microsoft. All of the tools are displayed in a top ribbon, with your slides shown on the left side of the screen for easy navigation. It’s simple to display your presentation right from WPS Presentation, which means there’s no unexpected troubleshooting when it’s time to show off your work.

There’s not much to dislike about WPS Presentation. However, keep in mind that the software is supported by ads. Some users find the ads annoying, but they’re not overly in the way.

Read our full WPS Office Free review .

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Which alternative to PowerPoint is best for you?

When deciding which alternative to PowerPoint to download and use, first consider what your actual needs are, as sometimes free platforms may only provide basic options, so if you need to use advanced tools you may find a paid platform is much more worthwhile. Additionally, free and budget software options can sometimes prove limited when it comes to the variety of tools available, while higher-end software can really cater for every need, so do ensure you have a good idea of which features you think you may require.

How we tested the best free presentation software

To test for the best free presentation software we first set up an account with the relevant software platform, whether as a download or as an online service. We then tested the service to see how the software could be used for different purposes and in different situations. The aim was to push each software platform to see how useful its basic tools were and also how easy it was to get to grips with any more advanced tools.

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How to Make a PowerPoint Without Microsoft Office? (The Easiest Way)

Are you looking for a way to make a PowerPoint without having to purchase the expensive license for Microsoft Office? Don’t worry, you’re not alone.

Thanks to the abundance of free and accessible online tools available today, creating a stunning presentation is easier than ever.

In this article, we’ll explore the benefits of making a PowerPoint without Microsoft Office, the popular free online applications, and how to create stunning visuals and presentations.

Plus, we’ll discuss how to collaborate with others and share your presentation online.

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There are several free online alternatives to Microsoft Office that you can use to make a PowerPoint.

Google Slides, OpenOffice Impress, and Zoho Show are all great options.

All you need to do is create an account with one of the services, and you can start creating your presentation.

Each program has a user-friendly interface that makes it easy to create slides, add text, and add images.

Benefits of Making a PowerPoint Without Microsoft Office

Making a PowerPoint without Microsoft Office has several benefits.

For starters, its more cost-effective than purchasing expensive software.

There are several free online applications that you can use to create a professional and engaging presentation.

Google Slides, Canva, and Prezi are three of the most popular options for creating presentations online.

Additionally, creating a PowerPoint without Microsoft Office is quicker and easier than using Microsoft Office.

You can easily customize the design of your slides and add images, videos, and animations.

You can also quickly collaborate with others, share your slides online, and access them from anywhere.

Using these online services also means you dont have to worry about updates or compatibility issues.

Your slides will be accessible on any device, regardless of the software you have installed.

This makes it easier to share your presentations with colleagues and clients, regardless of their hardware or software.

Finally, creating a PowerPoint without Microsoft Office is more secure.

You dont have to worry about losing your files or having them stolen.

Your slides are securely stored online, and you can access them from anywhere with an internet connection.

This makes it easier to keep your presentations safe and secure.

Overall, making a PowerPoint without Microsoft Office is a great way to create professional and engaging presentations quickly and easily without having to purchase any software.

You can customize the design of your slides, collaborate with others, and access your slides from anywhere.

Plus, you can rest assured that your slides are secure and safe.

Popular Free Online Applications

For those looking to make a PowerPoint without Microsoft Office, there are several popular free online applications available.

Google Slides, Canva, and Prezi are the three most popular options for creating a PowerPoint without the need for expensive software.

Google Slides is an intuitive and easy-to-use platform that allows users to create stunning presentations quickly.

Its also easy to collaborate with other users and share your slides online.

Additionally, Google Slides integrates with other Google products such as Google Docs and Google Sheets, allowing users to quickly and easily create presentations from their existing documents.

Canva is another popular option for creating PowerPoint presentations without the need for expensive software.

Canva provides users with a variety of templates and tools, allowing users to customize their presentations in a snap.

Additionally, Canva allows users to collaborate with other users and share their slides online.

Prezi is another popular PowerPoint creation tool, offering a variety of templates and tools for creating beautiful presentations with ease.

Prezi also allows users to collaborate with other users and share their slides online.

Prezi also features a variety of advanced features, making it a great tool for creating professional presentations.

By using one of these free online applications, you can easily create stunning visuals and presentations without having to purchase any software.

Additionally, you can collaborate with others and share your slides online.

With these services, creating a PowerPoint without Microsoft Office is simple and cost-effective.

Google Slides

Google Slides is one of the most popular options for creating PowerPoint presentations without Microsoft Office.

It provides users with an intuitive and user-friendly platform for creating stunning visuals and presentations quickly and easily.

The service is free to use and provides a wide range of features, including the ability to collaborate with others, share presentations online, and create high-quality visuals with the help of a variety of tools and templates.

Google Slides also offers a wide range of customization options, allowing users to personalize their presentations to their unique needs.

The platform also has built-in support for animation, transitions, and charts, making it easy to turn complex data into eye-catching visuals.

Additionally, Google Slides is compatible with a range of devices, allowing users to access and edit their presentations from any device with an internet connection.

This makes it an ideal choice for those who need to create presentations on the go.

Canva is a great option for creating a beautiful and professional looking PowerPoint without Microsoft Office.

With a library of over one million photographs, illustrations, and graphics, you can easily create stunning visuals to accompany your presentation.

Canva also offers an intuitive interface, with drag and drop functionality and simple design tools that allow you to easily customize your PowerPoint.

Additionally, Canva offers a range of pre-made templates that make creating a presentation a breeze.

Once youre finished, you can easily share your presentation online or export it as a PDF or JPEG file.

With Canva, creating a PowerPoint without Microsoft Office has never been easier.

When it comes to creating a powerful and eye-catching PowerPoint presentation without the need to purchase Microsoft Office, Prezi is one of the best solutions.

Prezi is an online presentation platform that makes it easy to create stunning visuals and presentations with just a few clicks.

It offers a wide range of templates and themes that can be easily customized to fit your unique needs.

Additionally, Prezi offers a wide range of interactive features, such as animations, transitions, and audio and video support, that can help to make your presentations more engaging and captivating.

Prezi also makes it easy to collaborate with others on the same presentation.

You can share the presentation with other users and work on it together in real-time.

This makes it easy to get feedback and make changes quickly and easily.

Prezi also offers a range of tools to help you organize and track the progress of your presentation, such as the Storyboard view and the Outline view.

This makes it easy to keep your presentation on track and ensure that youre staying on topic.

Overall, Prezi is an excellent tool for creating powerful and eye-catching PowerPoint presentations without the need for Microsoft Office.

Its easy to use, offers a variety of templates and themes to choose from, and makes it easy to collaborate with others.

Its also cost-effective and can help to save you money on purchasing software.

If youre looking for a way to make a PowerPoint without Microsoft Office, Prezi is definitely worth considering.

Creating Stunning Visuals and Presentations

Creating stunning visuals and presentations without Microsoft Office is easier than ever.

With a range of free online applications available, you can create professional presentations that can be shared online with just a few clicks.

Google Slides is one of the most popular options for creating presentations without Microsoft Office.

Its easy to use and intuitive, allowing you to quickly build stunning slideshows.

You can even collaborate with others on the same slides, making it ideal for team projects.

Canva is another great tool for creating presentations without Microsoft Office.

It offers an array of templates and layouts that allow you to quickly build stunning visuals and presentations.

Plus, Canva integrates with a range of other services like Dropbox, so you can easily share your slides with others.

Finally, Prezi is a great choice for creating presentations without Microsoft Office.

It’s an interactive platform that allows you to build stunning visuals with a range of tools and features.

You can even record your presentation and share it with others.

Using these services, you can create stunning visuals and presentations quickly and easily without having to purchase any software.

Additionally, you can easily collaborate with others and share your slides online.

Collaborating With Others and Sharing Online

Collaborating with others and sharing online are two of the most important features of making a PowerPoint without Microsoft Office.

With the help of free online applications like Google Slides, Canva, and Prezi, you can easily collaborate with others and share your slides online.

With Google Slides, you can easily share your slides with others and collaborate in real-time.

You can chat with your colleagues and work together on the same slides.

You can also add comments and notes to the slides so that everyone can stay up to date.

Canva also provides an easy way to collaborate with others.

You can invite others to join the project and work together in real-time.

You can also chat with your colleagues, make changes, and comment on slides.

Additionally, you can easily share your slides online with the click of a button.

Prezi is another popular option for making a PowerPoint without Microsoft Office.

It is a great tool for creating stunning visuals and presentations quickly and easily.

You can share your slides with others and work together in real-time.

You can also easily share your slides online with the click of a button.

Overall, collaborating with others and sharing online are two of the most important features of making a PowerPoint without Microsoft Office.

With the help of free online applications, you can easily collaborate with others and share your slides online.

So, you can create stunning visuals and presentations quickly and easily without having to purchase any software.

Final Thoughts

Making a PowerPoint without Microsoft Office is possible and easy to do with the help of free online applications.

From Google Slides to Canva and Prezi, youll be able to create stunning visuals and presentations quickly and easily without having to purchase any software.

With these services, you can create professional-looking presentations without any of the hassle or expense of Microsoft Office.

So why wait? Try out one of these free services today and start creating your own PowerPoint!

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Embedded powerpoint presentation is not downloadable anymore ?

I have embedded some powerpoint presentations into a website using the html code. Up until now anyone who accessed my website was then able to open the powerpoint presentation and then download it for their own purposes. Now this does not work anymore - one can click on the optional button "download" - but nothing downloads. Instead another powerpoint window opens up with the same options. You may try yourself: https://sites.google.com/view/ibbioson/1-molecules/b-1-1-carbohydrates-and-lipids to better understand what I am trying to explain.

Is there any advice on how to solve this issue? To me it seems like a bug because it all of a sudden occurred. I don't recall having changed any permissions - and to be honest, I wouldn't know which ones to change anyways. Any help on this is greatly appreciated.

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As a workaround, after a user clicks on the Download button, they should then be able to choose Open in Desktop App and save the file to any location on their computer:

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Hi Niki1979 ,

Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

There are a few possible ways to download an embedded PowerPoint presentation from the web, depending on how the presentation is embedded and what software you have. Here are some options:

If the presentation is embedded as a file link, you can right-click the link and choose Save link as or Save target as to save the file to your computer 1 .

If the presentation is embedded as an object, you can right-click the object and choose Save as picture to save the file as an image 1 . However, this will not preserve the animations or transitions of the presentation.

If the presentation is embedded as an iframe, you can right-click the iframe and choose Copy frame address to copy the URL of the presentation 1 . Then, you can paste the URL in your browser and download the presentation from there.

If the presentation is embedded as a video, you can right-click the video and choose Save video as to save the file as a video 1 . However, this will not preserve the interactivity or hyperlinks of the presentation.

If none of the above methods work, you can try to extract the media files from the presentation by converting it to a zip file and opening it as a folder 2 . To do this, you need to have access to the original presentation file and follow these steps 2 :

Make a copy of the presentation file and rename the file extension from .pptx to .zip.

Double-click the zipped file to open it as a folder and navigate to the ppt/media subfolder.

Copy and paste the media files you want to extract to another location on your computer.

Rename the zipped file back to .pptx to restore the original presentation.

You may as well check this article:

Save embedded media from a presentation (audio or video) - Microsoft Support

and Extract files or objects from a PowerPoint file - Microsoft Support

I hope this helps you download the embedded PowerPoint presentation from the web. If you have any other questions, please let me know. 😊

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Thank you for your reply. I don't know if you can see the screenshot I have attached in my OP, but I do not have the option to click "open in desktop app" if I am not signed into my Microsoft account. Maybe I should emphasize, that this website and the embedded link is mainly for teacher colleagues - many of them who don't have a microsoft account. So, that option which you recommend is not an option, because it does not exist.

Thanks anyways for the effort!

Hm, this reply feels like an IA generator has created it...I wonder if my OP was even read to output that. Clearly, none of these options is possible because the powerpoint presentation is embedded as a html code. I have provided an example to my website where I have the ppt embedded - see original post.

As a workaround, add a link to your web page to the presentation file.

If others don't have a Microsoft account, then they don't have a current version of Office and probably cannot open the presentation they would download.

Thanks again for your effort in trying to help solving this issue.

The workaround is not really practical - I have 60 different presentations on that website, I simply cannot post a separate link to each of them somewhere else...

This issue also doesn't have anything to do with the current or not-current version of Office. I am fully update to the very last version - but if I try to download it (without being signed into my account) I cannot download it either. Also, no matter whether or not you have an outdated Office Version - the file should still be downloaded. To open it you would need the latest version maybe, but not for downloading...

I agree that when you click on Download a Copy , it should download a copy. But it doesn't, so I'm trying to help you find workarounds. You can report the bug in your embedded presentation by clicking on the three-dot icon at the right end of the menu bar, then choosing Give Feedback to Microsoft>Report a Problem .

Normally, when you sign in, you stay signed in. If you're using Microsoft 365, Office becomes non-functional when you sign out, so I'm not sure why you think others sign out when they're not using the programs.

You users also have the option of saving to OneDrive.

You don't have to post the links somewhere else. Posting a download link immediately below the embedded presentation would be simpler.

Thanks again for taking the time to reply. I appreciate the suggestion for a workaround, but I just cannot see myself posting the links directly below each of my 60 different ppts now...It is a viable workaround solution, I agree, but not practical if I want to save my nerves.

I have already reported a the bug using the suggested way - let's see what comes back.

Look, the embedded link to the ppt in the website allows Users without a OneDrive or personal microsoft account to use the powerpoint presentations by simply downloading the file. Hell, they wouldn't even have to open it in the powerpoint desktop app (or the browser app), but instead drag-and-drop to a GoogleDrive and open as GoogleSlides. That too, works just fine (with some loss in functionality or formatting). Just because you download a pptx file doesn't mean that you need to have a personal or business account. The reason why I can test this scenario, is because I use a different browser where I am not signed into my own Microsoft account - so, I am simulating what other ppl without Microsoft account would see. And: All of what I have been describing used to work perfectly fine up until 6 days ago...so, I don't think there is another explanation other than that this is some sort of an error or bug. At least I don't know what else the issue could be.

Thank you for the response and do understand that those options which was posted was provided in a manner that you have thought that it was Artificial Intelligence that created it. I hope that those options was been tried and checked as well on your end. We also agree with the workarounds which was provided by John Korchok .

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Don’t Present Without These 16 PowerPoint Dos and Don’ts

Have you ever struggled to hold your audience’s interest during a presentation? Painstakingly created slide after slide only to be met with bored, disengaged faces?

Even the most confident speakers can falter when it comes to crafting compelling PowerPoint decks. Without proper slide design best practices, it’s easy to lose your audience in a sea of dense text, chaotic graphics, and disorganized content.

You don’t have to suffer through presenting lackluster slides anymore. In fact, following simple PowerPoint best practices can totally transform your deck from meh to marvelous.

In this post, we’ll share 16 PowerPoint dos and don’ts to level up your presentations and captivate audiences. These tips will help you create professional, visually striking slides your viewers will remember.

16 Dos And Don’ts Of Powerpoint Presentations

Here are some important 16 presentation dos and don’ts you need to keep in mind while creating slides and presenting them.

PowerPoint Dos

Let’s start with the best practices and strategies to implement when designing PowerPoint presentations. What techniques should you use to create memorable, polished slides?

1. Keep It Simple With Minimalist Design

Let’s start with a common mistake – overcrowded, distracting slide design. We get the temptation to tart up slides with fancy backgrounds. But resist the urge! Fancy templates with complex colored patterns or photos unrelated to your content just make it harder to digest key information.

Instead, embrace the power of simplicity. Stick to minimalist templates and avoid template themes with extra decorations. Use neutral backgrounds and empty negative space to let your content shine. Remember, your audience came for your message, not for clip art kittens. Keep slides clean and attention stays where it should be.

2. Cut the Clutter – Follow the 6×6 Rule

Now for another slide buzzkill – mammoth blocks of dense text. You may be tempted to pack slides with long sentences and paragraphs. Don’t give in! Text-heavy slides are guaranteed to lose audiences fast.

For easy-to-digest nuggets, follow the handy 6×6 rule. Limit slides to just 6 lines of text maximum, with each line containing 6 words max. Anything more turns into an overwhelming wall of words.

Stick to concise phrases, short sentences, and bulleted lists. Use just keywords and supporting stats – leave nonessential info out. With this less is more approach, key points will stick better.

SlidesAI is a text-to-presentation add-on tool that converts walls of text into beautiful slides. It does this automatically generate condensed phrases and bullet points from your text ensuring clutter-free slides throughout your presentation.

3. Boost Engagement With Quality Visuals

Speaking of key points sticking better…you know what helps even more? Quality graphics and visuals!

Research shows we process images 60,000 times faster than text. So reinforce your points with strong visuals. Use high-resolution photos, charts, illustrations, and infographics. But avoid clipart or random stock photos – ensure every graphic clearly supports your narrative.

Well-designed visuals make presentations more memorable and engaging. Just remember to optimize graphics for high-resolution viewing and include alt-text (alternative text) descriptions for accessibility. Then watch those visual aids boost information retention and audience interest.

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4. Create Brand Consistency With Formatting

Imagine a presentation where every slide had a totally different layout, colors, and font… no visual consistency at all. It would look sloppy and amateurish, right?

Formatting matters – big time! Brand your presentation by using consistent design elements throughout all your slides.

Pick one professional font combination and stick to it. Limit your color palette to 2-3 colors max. Maintain alignment and space elements consistently.

With unified branding, your deck will feel polished, intentional, and visually pleasing. Bonus – consistent branding also boosts memorability as the audience becomes familiar with your “look”.

SlidesAI ensures complete branding consistency across all presentation slides by applying your color schemes, fonts, etc to designs through artificial intelligence.

5. Check Accessibility Settings

Speaking of memorability, if some audience members can’t actually view your slides, they certainly won’t remember your message.

Ensure your presentation is inclusive and accessible to all by checking key settings. Use color contrast and legible fonts so those with visual impairments can still grasp the content. Optimize images with alt text descriptions. Verify videos are captioned.

It may take a bit more effort up front but making your presentation accessible opens your message to a wider audience. It also demonstrates corporate responsibility.

6. Create Custom Icons and Illustrations

Most PowerPoint templates come with generic icons. However, you can amplify brand personality and memorability by creating custom icons and simple illustrations.

Don’t just use a generic checkmark when you can insert your own branded indicator relevant to your company. Design illustrated characters to represent concepts. Even use emojis strategically to inject fun and improve recall.

Handcrafted visuals, even if basic in style, make presentations stand out and drive home key points better than generic clip art ever could.

7. Use Subtle Animations – But Not Too Many!

Animations, when used well, can help guide the audience’s eye and transition between ideas smoothly. Emphasize key points and important transitions with subtle animations.

Entrance and exit effects can focus attention while builds and motion path animations can demonstrate processes dynamically. Use sparingly and subtly for the best impact.

But avoid going animation crazy with sounds and excessive movement. That becomes more distracting than engaging. Limit animations so they enhance content rather than detract.

8. Pace Your Delivery

Creating stellar slides is an excellent start but don’t stop there. The live delivery is just as crucial. Invest time practicing your presentation with your slides.

Rehearse the flow and pace of your narrative. Refine and memorize transitions between slides. Nail your timing to keep the audience engaged. Get so comfortable delivering your content that the slides become natural visual aids.

With great slides and honed delivery skills, your audience will hang on to your every word from the introduction to a powerful conclusion.

PowerPoint Donts

Just as important as the dos are the don’ts. What pitfalls should you avoid when designing PowerPoint presentations?

9. Don’t Use Distracting Backgrounds

Remember our tip to embrace minimalism? Well, the opposite is using distracting backgrounds. Avoid loud colors, complex patterns, or images totally unrelated to your content. At best, they are distracting. At worst, they make key info harder to comprehend.

Stick to simple, neutral backgrounds. If using an image, ensure it directly reinforces your narrative. Anything extra risks your message getting visually lost. Keep backgrounds clean so content remains the focal point.

SlidesAI avoids using distracting backgrounds like crowded templates or unrelated images in the presentations. It focuses on simple, clean backgrounds to keep attention on your key content.

10. Don’t Overwhelm With Walls of Text

We covered the 6×6 text limit rule earlier. But even with 6 lines and 6 words, slides can become text walls without good visual breakdown. Big blocks of text are tiring to read and make retainment tough.

Instead, thoughtfully chunk text into concise sections. Use headers, subheaders, and bullet points to organize key bits. Align text left for easier scanning. Supplement with supporting imagery. Breaking up text improves comprehension drastically.

11. Don’t Rely On Boring Bullets

Speaking of bulleted lists, bullet overkill is another issue that turns slides into snore fests. Slides crammed with back-to-back bullet points lose audiences fast. The endless text blurs together with minimal memorability.

For memorable content, limit bullets to key takeaways only. Then reinforce each point visually – a photo, icon, chart, etc. Quality visuals boost memorability way more than a slide stuffed with 11 bullet points ever could.

12. Don’t Use Inconsistent Formatting

Remember, formatting matters! Shifting layouts, fonts, and color schemes appear disjointed and sloppy. The mismatched design screams amateur hour.

Establish a visual style and stick to it slide to slide. Use the same fonts, limit your color palette, and space elements consistently. Most importantly – maintain alignment across all slides. With unified branding, your presentation will look polished and professional.

SlidesAI ensures your presentation formatting stays consistent slide to slide by applying your preferred color palette, fonts, etc through its intelligent algorithms.

13. Don’t Include Unnecessary Animations

Animations can be great for guiding the viewer’s eye and demonstrating motion. But avoid going overboard. Excessive animations, sounds, and movement become more distracting than engaging.

Use animations subtly and intentionally. Emphasize only key points and important transitions with simple builds or entrance effects. Anything superfluous, whether flying text or whooshing sounds, pulls attention away rather than enhancing content.

Keep it simple and purposeful. Let smooth, minimal animations work behind the scenes rather than take center stage away from your narrative.

14. Don’t Use Unsupported Graphics

Only include images, photos, charts, etc that directly support the ideas and messaging in your presentation. Don’t insert fluffy visuals that have no clear tie to your content.

Every visual aid you present should clearly reinforce your narrative rather than derail tangents. Unsupported graphics quickly become distractions. They also undermine your credibility if audiences can’t grasp the connection.

Keep it focused. Be intentional about every visual you include. Remove anything superfluous that doesn’t serve a purpose.

15. Don’t Plagiarize Content

While it’s fine to find inspiration from other presentations, copying chunks of text or visuals without proper attribution is unethical. Never pass off someone else’s hard work as your own.

Always credit sources directly within your presentation if incorporating external ideas, quotes, charts, images, etc. Also, avoid violating copyright laws by inserting visuals without licensing them appropriately first.

Your presentation should showcase your unique ideas, voice, and message. Ensure you create original content or properly cite anything derived from others. Your integrity depends on it.

16. Don’t Wing Your Speech

With great slides completed, don’t just wing it on presentation day. The live delivery is just as crucial. Invest time to refine your pacing, transitions, slide timing, and flow.

Practice your speech thoroughly with the deck so your narrative and movements feel natural. Nail down transition phrases between slides. Get 100% comfortable presenting your content.

With stellar slides and a well-rehearsed delivery, your presentation is sure to wow audiences from start to finish.

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There you have it – 16 PowerPoint dos and don’ts for creating memorable, professional PowerPoint presentations. Apply the dos to make high-impact slides, and avoid the don’ts for mistake-free presentations.

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What are the dos and don’ts of PowerPoint presentations?

Key PowerPoint dos include simple designs, concise text, quality visuals, consistency, accessibility, custom icons, subtle animations, and practice. Don’ts involve distracting backgrounds, walls of text, boring bullets, inconsistent formatting, excessive animations, irrelevant graphics, plagiarism, and winging it.

What is the 5 by 5 rule in PowerPoint?

The 5 by 5 rule recommends having no more than 5 lines of text per slide and 5 words per line. This keeps each slide focused and text easy to digest. Too much text overwhelms audiences.

What is the 7 rule on a PowerPoint presentation?

The 7 rule states that your slides should have no more than 7 bullet points. Like the 5 by 5 rule, this maintains simplicity for the audience. More than 7 bulleted items become hard to retain.

What are the 5 rules of PowerPoint?

5 key rules are: don’t cram slides with too much text, minimize slides for emphasis, utilize quality visuals, stick to a consistent format, and limit animations. Following these makes presentations professional, clean, and engaging.

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Key PowerPoint dos include simple designs, concise text, quality visuals, consistency, accessibility, custom icons, subtle animations, and practice. Don'ts involve distracting backgrounds, walls of text, boring bullets, inconsistent formatting, excessive animations, irrelevant graphics, plagiarism, and winging it.

5 key rules are: don't cram slides with too much text, minimize slides for emphasis, utilize quality visuals, stick to a consistent format, and limit animations. Following these makes presentations professional, clean, and engaging.

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1. Click File on the top-left corner of PowerPoint. 2. Switch to Export pane, choose Package Presentation for CD, then click Package for CD on the right. 3. In the popping out Package for CD window, you can rename the CD, add or remove files. You can also click Options… for further settings. 4.
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2 You can : export the presentation from PowerPoint to a self contained presentation use Google docs use a tool like Prezi ( my recommendation, never looked back to PowerPoint) Share Improve this answer Follow answered Nov 15, 2011 at 12:06 Nasreddine 763 7 19
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Go to Aspose Presentation Viewer page at https://products.aspose.app/slides/viewer Click Drop or upload your file. Select the PowerPoint file you want to open and view. Wait for your browser to upload your file. View or go through your presentation. Why Should I Use the Presentation Viewer?
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3. Double-click the "OpenOffice" icon on your desktop and click "Presentation" to open Impress. Click the "Open Existing Presentation" radio button and then click "Open.". Browse ...
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To point to or write on your slides as you present, select Pen and laser pointer tools. Press the Esc key when you want to turn off the pen, laser pointer, or highlighter. To hide or unhide the current slide in your presentation, select Black or unblack slide show.
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The easiest way to view or edit an existing PowerPoint file online is to drag it from your computer and drop it directly on the PowerPoint Online web page, or use the Upload link on that page. You can also save it to your OneDrive account. PowerPoint Online is compatible with all versions of PowerPoint.
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Nov 27, 2022 • 14 min read English Presentations Microsoft PowerPoint This post is part of a series called Presentation Fundamentals. How to Embed (YouTube & Other) Videos into PowerPoint PPT Presentations Do you have to make a presentation soon? It probably isn't your first. You know the drill: Fire up PowerPoint, or Keynote. Create some slides.
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The only workaround I can think of is to export the presentation to video, but then you lose interactivity with it. Author of "OOXML Hacking - Unlocking Microsoft Office's Secrets", ebook now out. John Korchok, Production Manager. [email protected].
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Select File > Save as (or Save a Copy ). Click More options. Browse to the folder where you want to save your presentation. In the File name box, type a name for your presentation. Under Save as type, select PowerPoint Show. The file is saved as a .ppsx file. When the file is double-clicked, it opens as a slide show. Edit a .ppsx file
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Select one of the following: Start Recording from Beginning Start Recording from Current Slide In the Record Slide Show dialog box, select the Narrations and laser pointer check box, and if appropriate, select or deselect the Slide and animation timings check box.
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CREATE YOUR PITCH. Guy Kawasaki's (@GuyKawasaki) 10-20-30 rule. This Marketing guru explains how a successful presentation should never go beyond 10 slides, 20 minutes, and a font smaller than 30 points. We remember 10% of what we read, 20% of what we hear, 30% of what we see, 50% of what we listen to and look at, 70% of what we say, and 90% ...
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1 Slide with hyperlinks 2 Custom show for Department A 3 Custom show for Department B Create a custom show and present it Windows macOS Web Create a basic custom show Go to Slide Show > Custom Slide Show, and then select Custom Shows. In the Custom Shows dialog box, select New.
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Zoho Show is a free online presentation software that lets you create, collaborate, publish, and broadcast presentations from any device, quick and easy. ... Compatible with PowerPoint. Import your existing PPTX, PPT, ODP, PPSX, PPS files and work on them without any formatting issues. Learn about PowerPoint compatibility in Show.
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Under Show type, select Browsed by an individual (window) and then click OK. Switch back to Powerpoint and click the Slide Show tab. Begin the presentation by selecting the Play from Start or Play from Current Slide options. PowerPoint will display the slide show in a window. In Zoom, start or join a meeting. Click Share Screen in the meeting ...
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Create a new presentation in PowerPoint. Select the Copilot button in the Home tab of the ribbon. Click or type Create presentation from file. Tip: Currently, Copilot is only able to create presentations from Word documents. Navigate to Word and copy the URL of the document you'd like to use by opening the share tray in Word and clicking Copy Link.
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Short Answer. There are several free online alternatives to Microsoft Office that you can use to make a PowerPoint. Google Slides, OpenOffice Impress, and Zoho Show are all great options. All you need to do is create an account with one of the services, and you can start creating your presentation.
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Sharing slides as a Virtual Background
Sharing a presentation as your background. Click the Share Screen button located in your meeting controls. Click Advanced. Click Slides as Virtual Background. Browse, and select the PowerPoint presentation file. Click Open. Once the presentation has been imported, the slides will be shown as your virtual background.
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To do this, you need to have access to the original presentation file and follow these steps 2: Make a copy of the presentation file and rename the file extension from .pptx to .zip. Double-click the zipped file to open it as a folder and navigate to the ppt/media subfolder.
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Use neutral backgrounds and empty negative space to let your content shine. Remember, your audience came for your message, not for clip art kittens. Keep slides clean and attention stays where it should be. 2. Cut the Clutter - Follow the 6×6 Rule. Now for another slide buzzkill - mammoth blocks of dense text.
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