- Transitions refer to the movement of slides as they change from one to the next during a slideshow. Animations refer to movements of text and objects within a slide.
How to add transitions in PowerPoint 2007
- Select the slide you want to add a transition to. Go to the Animations tab and click on the Transitions gallery to preview and select a transition effect.
- You can set the speed of the transition and also add transition sounds.
- To apply the same transition to all slides, click the “Apply to All” button after selecting a transition.
Customizing transitions
- Not all transitions have customizable effect options, but some do. After selecting a transition, click on Effect Options to customize direction, nature etc.
- You can set exact transition timing under the Timing group on the Animations tab.
Tips for using transitions effectively
- Use subtle transitions like fades to avoid distracting from slide content.
- Use the same 1-2 transition effects throughout your presentation for consistency.
- Make sure transition timing is long enough for animations within a slide to fully complete before the transition occurs.
Fixing issues with transition timing
- Check animation order in the animation pane if transitions are happening too early.
- Add an extra “hidden” animation at the end to delay the transition if needed.
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