How to create a new presentation in powerpoint

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to create a new presentation in PowerPoint:

Method 1: Creating a New Presentation from Scratch

  1. Launch PowerPoint: Open PowerPoint on your computer by double-clicking on the PowerPoint icon or searching for it in your Start menu (Windows) or Applications folder (Mac).
  2. Click on the "File" tab: In the top-left corner of the PowerPoint window, click on the "File" tab.
  3. Click on "New": In the "File" tab, click on the "New" button.
  4. Choose a template or theme: PowerPoint will display a list of built-in templates and themes. You can browse through them and select one that suits your needs.
  5. Enter a name for your presentation: In the "Save as type" field, enter a name for your presentation. You can also choose a location to save your file.
  6. Click "Create": Click on the "Create" button to create a new presentation based on the selected template or theme.

Method 2: Creating a New Presentation from a Template

  1. Launch PowerPoint: Open PowerPoint on your computer by double-clicking on the PowerPoint icon or searching for it in your Start menu (Windows) or Applications folder (Mac).
  2. Click on the "File" tab: In the top-left corner of the PowerPoint window, click on the "File" tab.
  3. Click on "New": In the "File" tab, click on the "New" button.
  4. Browse through the template gallery: PowerPoint will display a gallery of built-in templates and themes. You can browse through them and select one that suits your needs.
  5. Click on a template: Click on a template to open it in PowerPoint.
  6. Customize the template: You can customize the template by adding your own content, images, and design elements.
  7. Enter a name for your presentation: In the "Save as type" field, enter a name for your presentation. You can also choose a location to save your file.
  8. Click "Create": Click on the "Create" button to create a new presentation based on the selected template.

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