Create dynamic and professional-quality presentations using sage advice, handy tips, and clear descriptions from PowerPoint expert Ellen Finkelstein. This book gives you that extra edge with best-practice design, layout, and organizational techniques that will make your presentations leap off the screen. In addition to in-depth coverage of new features, including the redesigned user interface, SmartArt diagrams, new special effects, and custom layouts, this must-have resource delivers everything you need to get started, organize your content, and add those finishing touches for a top-notch presentation.

• Make your point with well-crafted, clear content
  
  
• Design and save custom themes and layouts
  
  
• Create perfectly formatted tables and charts
  
  
• Include special effects like animation, 3-D, reflections, and soft edges
  
  
• Add music, video clips, and narration
  
  
• Convert bulleted text to diagrams using SmartArt graphics
  
  
• Protect presentation files with new security tools
  
  
• Deliver with confidence using the new Presenter View