Part 2 Mastering Microsoft PowerPoint

PowerPoint Window Layout

• Active Slide: The slide currently shown in the slide pane and can be edited
• Ribbon: The major organizational unit of the program, containing tabs, groups, and commands
• File Tab: Opens Backstage View and holds options like Home, New, Open, Info, Save, Save As, and History

File Tab: Backstage View

The File Tab in Microsoft PowerPoint is used to open the Backstage View. The Backstage View provides access to various commands and options for managing and manipulating PowerPoint files. It allows users to create new presentations, open existing ones, save, print, and perform other file-related tasks. The File Tab is located at the top-left corner of the PowerPoint window and is represented by a folder icon.

Mastering PowerPoint:

• File Tab/Backstage View: Access commands to open new presentations or recently used templates.
• New: Open a new blank presentation or choose from previously used templates.
• Open: Access commands to open previously saved presentations.

File Tab/Backstage View

Trivia: Did you know that the File Tab/Backstage View in Microsoft PowerPoint allows you to access commands to open new presentations or recently used templates? It's a convenient way to start your presentation journey!

Mastering PowerPoint: File Tab/Backstage View

The File Tab/Backstage View in Microsoft PowerPoint provides various options for managing your presentations. The Info section allows you to protect, inspect, and manage the document, while also displaying its properties. The Save command saves the file in its current location if it has been previously saved. If not, it opens the Save As dialog for you to choose a location.

Info Section Options

Trivia: Did you know that the Info section in the File Tab/Backstage View of Microsoft PowerPoint allows you to protect, inspect, and manage your document? It also lets you display the properties of the document. Additionally, you can save the file in its current location or open the Save As dialog. Explore these options to enhance your PowerPoint experience!

Mastering PowerPoint: File Tab/Backstage View

• Save As: Allows you to store files in recently used locations, cloud storage, or your computer. You can also browse for other available locations.
• Print: Shows properties associated with printing the presentation, such as a preview of the file, number of copies, selected printer and properties, and settings to be applied to the printed file. Contains the Print button to start printing.

Save As

Trivia: Did you know that the Save As feature in Microsoft PowerPoint allows you to store files in recently used locations, cloud storage, or your computer? It's a convenient way to access your files wherever you are. Give it a try and never lose your important presentations again!