Microsoft Powerpoint 2013 365

As part of the new Pocket Primer series, this book provides an overview of the major and tutorial videos to use PowerPoint. The book serves as a starting point for deeper exploration of PowerPoint. The focus of the book is on using the software package and creating dynamic and engaging presentations. Also included are instructions for Word 365, which includes both Word 2013 for Windows and Word 2011 for Macintosh. Features: Includes tutorial videos on the companion DVD Provides an overview of the most important PowerPoint techniques Contains PowerPoint graphics and animation effects

Need answers quickly? PowerPoint 2013 on Demand provides those answers in a visual step-by-step format. We will show you exactly what to do through lots of full color illustrations and easy-to-follow instructions. Inside the Book • Create powerful presentations faster using ready-made templates • Use gestures to navigate your presentation and slide show on touch screens • Organize information in sections and add impact with online pictures, SmartArt diagrams, tables, and charts • Make your presentation come alive with custom animations, 3-D effects, and slide transitions • Embed, format, trim, and add text to videos in your presentation • Add comments and email or IM your presentation to others for review • Broadcast your presentation over the Internet in a browser • Use SharePoint and SkyDrive to collaborate and share documents • Prepare for the Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) exam Illustrations with matching steps Tasks are presented on one or two pages Numbered Steps guide you through each task Did You Know? alerts you to tips and techniques See Also points you to related information in the book Bonus Online Content Register your book at queondemand.com to gain access to: • Workshops and related files • Keyboard shortcuts Visit the author site: perspection.com

Make the most of PowerPoint 2013–without becoming a technical expert! This book is the fastest way to learn PowerPoint and use it to create dynamic, eye-catching presentations that you can deliver in person or on the Web. Even if you’ve never used PowerPoint before, you’ll learn how to do what you want, one incredibly clear and easy step at a time. PowerPoint has never, ever been this simple! Who knew how simple PowerPoint® 2013 could be? This is the easiest, most practical beginner’s guide to using Microsoft’s incredibly powerful new PowerPoint 2013 presentation software...simple, reliable instructions for doing everything you really want to do! Here’s a small sample of what you’ll learn: Quickly move from learning PowerPoint 2013 basics to creating and delivering polished, dynamic presentations Communicate data visually using pictures, shapes, charts, and SmartArt Design sophisticated presentations even faster with themes, variants, and custom layouts Enliven your presentations with animation, audio, and video, including online video from websites such as YouTube Collaborate on presentations using SkyDrive, Microsoft’s online file-sharing solution Create MP4 and Windows Media videos from your PowerPoint presentations Publish and deliver your presentations on the Web Create and edit PowerPoint presentations on the go, using the PowerPoint Web App Access your presentations from a tablet or smartphone Expand the power of PowerPoint with third-party tools And much more... Patrice-Anne Rutledgeis a business technology author and consultant who specializes in teaching others to maximize the power of new technologies. Patrice has used–and has trained others to use–PowerPoint for many years, designing presentations for meetings, seminars, trade shows, and worldwide audiences. She is also the author of five previous books about PowerPoint for Pearson Education. She can be reached through her website at www.patricerutledge.com. Category: Microsoft Office Covers: PowerPoint 2013 User Level: Beginning

Microsoft Office 2013/365 and Beyond is divided into five sections with 16 chapters that progressively introduce you to computer concepts from the moment you hit the power button all the way through to using a variety of productivity software applications available in Microsoft Office 2013 and Microsoft Office for Mac 2011. The focus of this text is to provide readers with the skills needed to discuss essential computer concepts, navigate and conduct basic tasks using an operating system, and develop files using basic productivity applications. The companion disc includes all of the files needed to complete the chapter exercises within the text. You will also find video tutorials, a repository of high-resolution images from the chapters, and samples of completed projects for comparison. Features: * Designed to address the Windows operating system and the 2013 Microsoft Office application suite * Integrates the use of both MacOS and OpenOffice into the text to describe the respective concepts in Windows and Microsoft Office (MS Outlook, Word, PowerPoint & Excel) * Includes a dynamic 4-color design with supplementary video tutorials to enhance the learning process * Discusses common computer applications, including Adobe Reader (for reading PDF files) and Microsoft OneNote for Windows (for managing files). Additional productivity tools like OpenOffice.org are presented * Includes a comprehensive DVD with sample tutorial videos, project files from the text, figures, Excel functions and formulas, and MS Office shortcuts * Numerous instructor supplements and companion Web site available upon adoption

Master PowerPoint and improve your presentation skills withone book! In today's business climate, you need to know PowerPoint insideand out, and that's not all. You also need to be able to make apresentation that makes an impact. From using sophisticatedtransitions and animation in your PowerPoint presentations tointerfacing in person with your audience, this information-packedbook helps you succeed. Start creating professional-quality slidesthat captivate audiences and discover essential tips and techniquesfor making first-rate presentations, whether you're at a podium oronline. Combines both the technical software skills and the softpresentation skills needed to be a successful presenter in today'sbusiness climate Explains PowerPoint 2013's features and tools in detail, so youcan create impressive,professional presentations for your job Shows you essential formatting techniques, including tables andworking with Layouts, Themes, and Masters Covers working with drawings and SmartArt, photos, charts,sounds, music, video, and data from other sources Explains how to prepare for live presentations and also how tocreate and present material in the Cloud or online, includinge-learning For compelling, successful presentations in person, in thecloud, or on the web, start with PowerPoint 2013 Bible.

Experience learning made easy—and quickly teach yourself how to create compelling presentations with PowerPoint 2013. With Step by Step, you set the pace—building and practicing the skills you need, just when you them! Includes downloadable practice files and a companion eBook. Work with PowerPoint on your PC or touch-enabled device Design, organize, and polish your slides Create professional-looking charts and graphics Engage your audience with animation, audio, and video Customize themes and templates Prepare for your presentation

Get the guide that makes learning Microsoft PowerPoint 2013 plain and simple! This full color, no-nonsense book shows you the quickest ways to solve a problem or learn a skill, using easy-to-follow steps and concise, straightforward language. You'll analyze, manage, and share information in more ways than ever before. Here’s WHAT you’ll learn: Create dynamic presentations for your audience Include charts, tables, clip art, and other graphics Add video clips and CD music Animate slide and add transition effects Edit and polish your presentations with ease Create speaker notes and record narration Here’s HOW you’ll learn it: Jump in whenever you need answers Easy-to-follow STEPS and SCREENSHOTS show exactly what to do Handy TIPS teach new techniques and shortcuts Quick TRY THIS! Exercises help apply what you learn right away