Creating a duplicate copy of a PowerPoint presentation is a simple process which can be done using the following steps:
- Open the original PowerPoint presentation that you want to duplicate.
- Go to the “File” menu located at the top left corner of the PowerPoint interface.
- From the dropdown menu, select “Save As.”
- Choose the location where you want to save the duplicate copy. It could be a specific folder on your computer, a network location, or any cloud storage like OneDrive or SharePoint.
- In the “File name” field, enter a name for the duplicate presentation. It’s good practice to differentiate it from the original by adding “copy” or a date at the end of the file name.
- Click “Save.”
Now, you have a duplicate copy of your PowerPoint presentation. You can edit this copy without affecting the original file. This is particularly helpful when you want to create multiple versions of the same presentation or when you need to share a presentation while preserving the original.
In addition to the manual method, PowerPoint also provides a “Duplicate” feature for individual slides. Right-click on the slide you want to duplicate in the slide navigation pane, and select “Duplicate Slide.” This creates an exact copy of the selected slide within the same presentation.
Remember, always back up your important files regularly to prevent any loss of data. Keeping a copy in a separate location or in the cloud can help safeguard against unexpected data loss.
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