Harmonious slides
One of the biggest drawbacks from the mini revolution going on in the world of presenting is that people are forgetting to keep a harmonious theme to their slides. By this I mean that the slides in a presentation are not always containing a theme.
Rapidly differing slide designs in a presentation often causes confusion and can be tiring to the eyes. It can also confuse your message. Below is an example of a presentation that does not contain a theme.
The above slide deck contains many differing slide designs and does not have a consistent theme. It causes confusion and is likely to be disorganised and lack a consistent story.
The above slide deck has a consistent theme, it is pleasing to the eyes and it sets a tone. By using a simple black background, two text colours and a consistent font. There is harmony in the whole deck. Another feature of the above slide deck is that all the images are in black and white, this cements the harmony.
Harmony in your slides is a key element of a great presentation. Just as with your story, your words and your message, there has to be consistency. Without consistency, you create confusion and your message is lost.
SLIDE CREATION QUICK TIPS
1. Use a maximum of 2 fonts (preferably from the same family)
2. Use a maximum of two colours for your fonts – one for highlighting or headlines and one for your main text.
3. Ideally use only 1 background colour
4. Try to keep your images similar. – Do not mix up black and white pictures with colour ones
Finally, below is a set of slides that has an awesome theme. I just love the harmony between the slides.
Via: Online Schools
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