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PowerPoint 2010 New Features

Discover the new tools and features of PowerPoint 2010.
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Course: On-Demand
Beginner  Provider Arlene Paraiso  8 chapters ·  32 Lessons ·  1h 8m  in Arabic, English, Spanish 

Course Description

Discover the exciting new features of Microsoft PowerPoint 2010. Begin by comparing PowerPoint 2010 with its previous version to gain a strong understanding of how the program has improved. Learn how to embed video and apply 3D slide transitions, as well as save time by working in the Backstage view and customizing your ribbons. Discover new co-authoring capabilities, and share your presentation on the Web.

What You'll Learn

  • Compare PowerPoint 2010 with its previous version to understand how the program has improved
  • Embed, format, trim, and bookmark scenes in video, and add fades to video content
  • Apply 3D slide transitions and work with SmartArt pictures, including editing and arranging them
  • Work in the Backstage view and customize the ribbon with custom tabs and built-in tab edits
  • Use co-authoring capabilities and broadcast or share presentations on the Web
  • Compress video and audio and convert presentations from previous versions

Key Takeaways

  • PowerPoint 2010 introduces new features compared to its previous version, including new tools and the Backstage view.
  • The course covers embedding video along with formatting, adding fades, bookmarking scenes, and trimming video, plus using Microsoft Movie Maker.
  • Learners can apply 3D slide transitions and work with SmartArt pictures by editing and arranging them.
  • PowerPoint 2010 supports customizing ribbons through downloading custom ribbons, creating custom tabs, and customizing built-in tabs.
  • The course shows new co-authoring capabilities and how to broadcast slideshows and share presentations on the Web with Web applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this course cover?

It covers the new features of Microsoft PowerPoint 2010, including comparing it with the previous version, embedding video, applying 3D slide transitions, working in the Backstage view, customizing ribbons, co-authoring, and sharing presentations on the Web.

What video skills will I learn?

You will learn to embed video, format video, add fades, bookmark scenes, trim video, use Microsoft Movie Maker, and compress video and audio.

How can I customize the interface in PowerPoint 2010?

The course teaches working in the Backstage view, downloading a custom ribbon, creating custom tabs, and customizing built-in tabs.

Does this course cover sharing and collaboration?

Yes. It covers new co-authoring capabilities, broadcasting slideshows, creating slideshow views, and sharing your presentation on the Web through Web applications.

What skills are associated with this course?

The associated skills include Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Presenter, PowerPoint Animation, Presentation Graphics, Presentation Software, and Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) - PowerPoint.