What is a PowerPoint line by line presentation and how can it be created?

A PowerPoint line-by-line presentation is a specific type of presentation style wherein text elements or points are revealed one line at a time rather than all at once. This technique aids in maintaining audience engagement and focus, as it allows the presenter to control the flow of information.

Creating a PowerPoint line-by-line presentation in PowerPoint involves using the animation feature. Below are the steps to follow:

• Open your PowerPoint presentation and navigate to the slide you want to animate.
• Click on the text box or object that you want to apply the animation to.
• Go to the “Animations” tab in the PowerPoint ribbon.
• Select an animation from the list. A good choice for a line-by-line presentation is the “Appear” or “Fade” effect under the “Entrance” category.
• After selecting an animation, click on the “Effect Options” button that appears next to the list of animations.
• In the drop-down menu, select “By Paragraph” to apply the animation line by line.
• Adjust the speed of the animation using the “Duration” slider, if necessary.
• Click on the “Animation Pane” button on the far right of the “Animations” tab to open the pane that lists all animations on the slide.
• Ensure that the animation is set to start “On Click.” This allows you to control when each line appears during your presentation.

Remember, the key to a great presentation is balance. Too many animations can be distracting and may detract from your message. Use animations sparingly and consistently for the best impact.