Creating a presentation and a master slide

create a Presentation

How do you create a presentation?

• In the exam, content for the presentation is provided in a rich text format (.rtf)

• The content can be imported using the 'new slide' button on the home tab and selecting 'Slides from Outline'

Creating a presentation from a text file

Using a Master Slide

What is a master slide?

• A master slide allows you to control the design and layout of an entire presentation from one place

• A master slide controls:

  • Colours

  • Fonts

  • Headers & footers

  • Positioning of objects

Examiner Tips and Tricks

Remember to make sure you scroll to the top of the master slide window and select the first slide!

Auto slide numbering

• Select the master slide

• Insert a text box

• From the 'insert' tab, select 'Slide Number'

• Close the master slide

Adding auto numbering to slides

Adding objects

• Select the master slide

• From the 'insert' tab, choose an object

• Position on the slide

• Close the master slide

Adding objects to slides

Formatting a master slide

• Select the master slide

• Make desired changes (font & paragraph)

• Close master slide

Examiner Tips and Tricks

If your changes are not visible after closing the master slide, highlight the text and use the 'Clear All Formatting' button (see below)

Formatting the master slide