Creating Graphics & Diagrams in PowerPoint 2010 for Windows

IN THIS COURSE

• 1.  Inserting a SmartArt graphic in PowerPoint 2010 for Windows
  5m 2s
  The SmartArt tool is a very useful tool if you want to add a professional-looking graphic to your PowerPoint 2010 document. These graphics are predefined but highly customizable shape-based diagrams, which can be modified quickly and easily. FREE ACCESS
• 2.  Editing your SmartArt graphic in PowerPoint 2010 for Windows
  5m 53s
  Once you have inserted your SmartArt graphic, you can begin customizing it. You can, for example, adjust its layout, change the color scheme and apply special effects. FREE ACCESS
• 3.  Inserting a diagram in PowerPoint 2010 for Windows
  5m
  In PowerPoint 2010, you can insert a variety of different predefined shapes to create complex diagrams. Once you have inserted a shape, you can customize it, and even use connectors to create flowcharts. FREE ACCESS
• 4.  Creating a custom shape in PowerPoint 2010 for Windows
  4m 7s
  In PowerPoint 2010, you can create your own customized shapes. As well as being able to design a shape using the freehand tools, you can customize existing shapes to create entirely new forms. FREE ACCESS
• 5.  Adding a fill effect in PowerPoint 2010 for Windows
  4m 26s
  The shapes that you have inserted into your PowerPoint 2010 presentation can be edited and filled in. PowerPoint 2010 includes a variety of different theme and standard colors that can be applied to your shapes. FREE ACCESS
• 6.  Adding a custom fill effect to your shapes in PowerPoint 2010 for Windows
  4m 19s
  PowerPoint 2010 allows you to customize the fill effect applied to your shapes. You can, for example, use textures, gradients, and even your slide's background. FREE ACCESS
• 7.  Formatting borders & outlines in PowerPoint 2010 for Windows
  4m 45s
  Another way of customizing your shapes in PowerPoint 2010 is to change the border styles. You can create thick lines, colored lines, and even adjust the line style. FREE ACCESS
• 8.  Adding shape effects in PowerPoint 2010 for Windows
  5m 16s
  In PowerPoint 2010, you can apply a number of different effects to the shapes that you have inserted. You can, for example, rotate your selected shape and apply effects like a shadow, reflection or glow. FREE ACCESS
• 9.  Inserting a chart in PowerPoint 2010 (Windows)
  2m 46s
  A chart is sometimes the best way of presenting complex data or figures. PowerPoint 2010 features a chart creation tool which can be used to put together your chart, from entering the data to customizing the chart type. You can also keep your chart up to date with the integrated data entry and selection tools. FREE ACCESS
• 10.  Formatting a chart in PowerPoint 2010 for Windows
  5m 33s
  Once you have added a chart to your PowerPoint 2010 presentation, you have several possibilities as to how you can customize it. You can, for example, use a completely different chart style, or format the appearance of a data series. FREE ACCESS
• 11.  Labeling your chart in PowerPoint 2010 for Windows
  5m 9s
  By labeling your PowerPoint 2010 chart, you can ensure that anyone reading your presentation understands what the figures represent. As well as a title and legend, you can also insert axes labels and change how your data values are annotated. FREE ACCESS
• 12.  Importing items from Excel in PowerPoint 2010 for Windows
  5m 37s
  If you have already created a chart or table using a spreadsheet program, you can quickly transfer that data into your PowerPoint 2010 presentation. Once you have finished importing these items into your document, you can modify them as you see fit, and even tell PowerPoint to keep the imported item synchronized with the original spreadsheet file. FREE ACCESS
• 13.  Inserting an object in PowerPoint 2010 for Windows
  6m 6s
  In PowerPoint 2010, you can insert a file – such as a word document or a spreadsheet - into the body of your presentation. This can allow you to embed the contents of another file into your presentation. In PowerPoint 2010, you can also change how this embedded file appears on your slide. FREE ACCESS