Section 8- Animations and Transitions

PowerPoint has a dizzying array of transition and animations. The types of transitions are a matter of preference, but keep in mind what they look like projected on a large screen. Also put yourself in the audience’s place and decide whether a transition is interesting or distracting when you see it after every slide.

When using text animations, make sure they “fit” with the slide. Text animations are best used on bulleted lists, but can be used to bring in a graphic, or show a movie. The best advice is to find a few effects that work for you and stick to them throughout the presentation. Don’t make it look like you were just trying everything. Too much is distracting!