Creating PowerPoint slides in portrait orientation can be beneficial for certain presentations, especially those intended for print or for mobile viewing. The standard page setup for PowerPoint slides in portrait orientation is 10.5 inches wide by 14 inches tall (which translates to a 3:4 aspect ratio). This size fits most projector screens and computer monitors.
To set your PowerPoint slides to portrait orientation, follow these steps:
- Open your PowerPoint presentation.
- Click on the “Design” tab in the Ribbon located at the top of the screen.
- Click on “Slide Size” in the Customize section of the ribbon.
- From the drop-down menu, select “Custom Slide Size.”
- Under the “Slides sized for:” dropdown, select “Portrait.”
- Choose the width and height for your slides. For a standard portrait orientation, set the width to 10.5 inches and the height to 14 inches.
- Click “OK.”
- A prompt will appear asking how you want to scale the existing slides. You can choose between “Maximize” to use as much space as possible, or “Ensure Fit” to make sure all content fits on the new slide size.
Remember, when designing in portrait orientation, it’s important to ensure that your content is easily readable and does not appear too cramped. Consider using fewer text and larger font sizes, and ensure images are of high enough resolution to look clear and sharp when displayed at larger sizes.
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