PowerPoint is usually used for presentation and in order to make the presentation a good one, there are a number of things that you need to keep in mind. One of them is the general design of the presentation. This covers important aspects such as the background and the appearance. It is recommended that you should keep the background consistent and subtle.
The use of the clipart should be doe sparingly and you are required to select the graphic that should relate to the topic of the particular slide. The other thing you need to keep in mind is to use the same style of graphics all through the presentation as it enhances consistency. The use of flashy graphics, number of transitions and noisy effects should be kept to the minimum.
When it comes to the color of the presentation, it s advisable that you limit the number of colors you use on a single screen. The colors used in a chart should not be more than four in order to make it more visible. While bright colors make thin lines and small objects stand out, using them may make the presentation difficult to read especially when projected. To ensure that this does not happen, check on the colors before the presentation so that you can make the necessary changes when need be.
The font is also a very important consideration when it comes to use of PowerPoint for presentation. Ensure that you have selected the fonts that can be easily read when projected and they should be not less than 24-point min size. You need also to ensure that you have differentiated the headings, subheading and the body of the slide by use of larger fonts or font in different colors. To ensure that the presentation achieves the contrast it desires, use a light background with dark text or dark background with light text. Be careful when using dark background though, because some of them may be difficult to read.
Apart from the design aspects, keep in mind the general presentation basics. Ensure that the spelling and the grammar of the presentation is correct. Start the presentation with a brief overview and finish it with a review of the points. Use the bullet points as a cue for the presentation as it will help you avoid reading it.