How can I create a portrait-oriented slide in PowerPoint?

To create a portrait-oriented slide in PowerPoint, you will first need to open the PowerPoint application. Once it’s open, follow these steps:

1. Click on the “Design” tab located on the top menu.
2. Next, click on “Slide Size” which you’ll find towards the right of the screen. A drop-down menu will appear.
3. In the drop-down menu, select “Custom Slide Size.”
4. A dialog box called “Slide Size” will pop up. Here, you’ll see two options: “Width” and “Height.”
5. For a portrait-oriented slide, you’ll want to make sure the height is larger than the width. Set the dimensions according to your specific requirements. For instance, you might want to choose a width of 7.5 inches and a height of 10 inches.
6. Click on the “Orientation” option on the same dialog box. Under “Slides,” select “Portrait.”
7. Finally, click “OK.” If slides already exist in your presentation, PowerPoint will ask how you want to adjust these slides. Select the desired option and click “OK” again.

Remember, creating a portrait-oriented slide can change the layout and design of your slides if they were initially designed in landscape. Therefore, if you have existing content, you may need to adjust it to fit the new orientation.