Creating a voice-over presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint is a straightforward process. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
1. Open Your PowerPoint Presentation
Start by opening the PowerPoint presentation to which you want to add a voice over. Navigate to the slide where you want to start your audio narration.
2. Check Your Microphone
Make sure your microphone is working properly. You can do a quick test by recording a small audio clip on your computer and playing it back. The quality of your recording will greatly affect the overall impression of your voice-over presentation.
3. Start the Voice Over Process
On the PowerPoint ribbon, go to the “Slide Show” tab. In the “Set Up” group, click on “Record Slide Show”. Here, you have two options: you can either start recording from the current slide or from the beginning of your presentation.
4. Record Your Voice Over
A recording window will open. Here you can control your recording with the “Record”, “Stop”, “Replay”, and “Next” buttons. As you record, you can navigate through your slides using the arrows at the bottom.
5. Save Your Voice Over
Once you’re done, click “Stop”. The voice over is automatically embedded in each slide you recorded it on. You can save your presentation as usual, and your voice over will be included.
6. Review and Edit
Play back your presentation to make sure everything sounds correct. If you need to redo a section, simply select the slide and start the recording process again for that specific slide.
Remember, practice makes perfect. Take the time to familiarize yourself with the voice over process and ensure you’re happy with the result before presenting or sharing your PowerPoint presentation.
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