PowerPoint for the web recently introduced an “Auto Fix” feature that can automatically improve the formatting, layout, and design of your presentations. This new AI-powered capability makes it easier than ever to create professional, polished slides in just a few clicks.
In this step-by-step guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know to take advantage of the Auto Fix tool in PowerPoint for the web. Whether you want to quickly improve an existing presentation or save time designing a new one, read on to learn how Auto Fix can help.
Prerequisites
Before getting started, make sure that:
- You have a Microsoft 365 subscription that includes PowerPoint for the web
- You’re using a supported browser like Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari
- You have editing permissions for the presentation you want to improve
If you meet these requirements, you’re ready to start using Auto Fix in PowerPoint for the web!
Step 1: Open a Presentation in PowerPoint for the Web
Go to www.office.com and sign in using your Microsoft 365 credentials.
Click on “PowerPoint” to launch the web version. Next, open the presentation you want to improve with Auto Fix. You can open an existing file stored in OneDrive or SharePoint Online, or create a brand new presentation.
Open PowerPoint for the web
Once your presentation is open in PowerPoint for the web, you’re ready to use Auto Fix.
Step 2: Launch the Auto Fix Tool
In PowerPoint for the web, click on the “Design” tab. In the “Customize” section, click on the “Auto Fix” button.
Auto Fix button
This will launch the Auto Fix tool and analyze your presentation. PowerPoint will scan the slides and detect any issues related to formatting, layout, color schemes, fonts, and more.
A pane will appear on the right showing the progress of Auto Fix as it reviews the presentation.
Step 3: Review the Suggested Fixes
Once Auto Fix completes its analysis, the right pane will populate with suggested fixes you can review and apply. The fixes are divided into categories like fonts, colors, alignment, spacing, and more.
For each suggested fix, you’ll see a preview of what your presentation would look like with the change applied. Hover over a preview to see more details about the specific fix.
Auto Fix suggestions
Review the proposed fixes carefully. Then, check the box next to any changes you want Auto Fix to implement automatically. This allows you to accept some tweaks while declining others.
Step 4: Apply the Selected Fixes
After selecting the Auto Fix suggestions you want to use, click the “Apply fixes” button at the bottom of the pane.
Apply fixes
PowerPoint will then update your presentation by adjusting the slides based on the fixes you checked off. This may take a few seconds depending on the length of your deck and the number of changes being made.
Once complete, the updated presentation will open allowing you to review the improvements made by Auto Fix. The right pane will also show which fixes were applied.
Step 5: Optionally, Run Auto Fix Again
If you want to further refine your presentation, simply click the Auto Fix button again to rerun the tool. PowerPoint will analyze the deck again and may detect additional areas for improvement.
The previously applied fixes cannot be undone automatically. However, you can manually override any changes by editing the slides using PowerPoint’s standard editing tools.
Continue running Auto Fix and selectively applying suggestions until you’re fully satisfied with the look and feel of your presentation.
Next Steps
The Auto Fix feature in PowerPoint for the web is an incredibly helpful tool for quickly improving the design of your slides with just a few clicks. Thanks to its AI-powered suggestions, even beginners can create professional, visually appealing presentations.
Now that you know how to use Auto Fix, here are some next steps to take:
- Run it on existing presentations to elevate them with better formatting
- Use it when creating new decks to save time on layout and design
- Review the Microsoft 365 roadmap for updates on new Auto Fix capabilities
- Share your improved presentations and get feedback from colleagues
