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101 Must-Know Transition Phrases for Engaging Presentations Online

By Paola Pascual on Jan 17, 2024 1:43:00 PM

Giving presentations is often feared by many professionals, but if the presentation is online and you're not a native speaker, things get even trickier. One tip to make things easier? Learn useful phrases to help you navigate your presentation. In this article, you will find lots of helpful resources to give remarkable presentations . Listen to the episode above, download the checklist below, and learn some of the phrases we present. If we missed any, tell us in the comments below.

General vocabulary for presentations

Sometimes, the smallest changes in your presentations can make the biggest differences. One of them is to learn a few phrases that give you confidence during your speech. Here are some important verbs to get you started:

To highlight
To emphasize
To walk you through (*very common in business presentations!)
To send around
To carry on (similar to continue)
To get carried away
To sum up (similar to summarize )
To focus on

Vocabulary to start your presentation

Learn how to powerfully start your presentation with these 4 simple steps. Here's some vocabulary you can use:

Welcome your audience

Good morning/afternoon/evening everyone. Thank you for joining us today, and welcome to today's webinar.
Hello everyone, I’m very happy to be speaking with you today.

Introduce yourself

My name is Susan, and I’m part of the design team here at Globex Corporation.
First of all, a little bit about my background - I am the Team Lead at [Company], and I've been in charge of [your main responsibility] for [X] years.
I'd like to tell you a bit about myself - my name is Eve I'm the Operations Manager here at [Company].

Introduce the topic and goal of the presentation

Today, I'd like to talk about…
This presentation will take about [X] minutes, and we will discuss...
We've allocated [X] minutes to this presentation. and I'll talk about...
I'd like to give you a brief breakdown of...
I'd like to take this opportunity to talk about...
The main goal of this presentation is…
The purpose of this presentation is...
My objective today is...

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Addressing questions from the audience

If you have any questions about anything, feel free to interrupt.
If anything isn't clear, please click on the 'raise hand' button and I'll do my best to answer your question.
I'd be happy to answer your questions at the end of the presentation.
If you have any questions, please kindly wait until the end to ask them. We will have [X] minutes for a Q&A session at the end.
Since today's audience is considerably large, we will not have time for questions, but please email me at [email protected]

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Clear out technical issues

Can everyone hear me well? Let me know if you encounter any technical difficulties throughout the presentation.
If you are not speaking, please put yourselves on mute.
If you feel that the sound quality is poor throughout the presentation, please let me know.

Transition to the main topic of the presentation

Hi everyone, I think we might still be missing a few people but I’m going to kick things off now so we have time to get through everything.
All right, let’s dive right in!
All right, let’s jump right in!
Let’s get started.
Let’s kick things off.
I’m going to talk about
The purpose/subject of this presentation is
I’ve divided the presentation into 3 parts: In the first part, ... / Then in the second part, ... / Finally, I’ll go on to talk about...
Let me begin by looking at...
Let me start with some general information on...

Vocabulary for the main body of your presentation

Introduce a topic or section.

Now let’s move to the first part of the presentation,
We can see 4 advantages and two disadvantages. First,
On the one hand… On the other hand…
There are two steps involved. The first step is… The second step is…
There are four stages to the project.

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Transition to a new section

All right, let’s turn to...
Now we come to the next point, which is
Okay so that’s [topic 1], but what about [topic 2]?
There’s a lot more to talk about, but since we’re pushed for time , let’s move on to [topic 2].
This leads me to my next point, which is...

Give examples and details

For example...
A good example of this is...
To illustrate this point...
This reminds me of...
To give you an example...
Let me elaborate further on...

Describe visual aids

As you can see [from this infographic]
This chart shows
If you look at this graph, you will see
From this chart, we can understand how
Let me show you this [image, graph, diagram]
On the right/left
In the middle of
At the top/bottom of the picture

Emphasize an idea

This is important because
I’d like to emphasize that
We have to remember that

Repeat the same message with different words

In other words
To put it more simply
So, what I’m saying is that
Let me say that again.

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Finish your presentation and summarize

The end of a presentation, together with the opening, is one of the most important parts of your speech. Read these 5 effective strategies to close your presentation and use the vocabulary below.

That’s all I want to say for now about [topic].
To sum up, ...
This sums up [topic].
So in a nutshell, ...
So to recap, ...
In brief, ...
To conclude, ...
I’d like to conclude by emphasizing the main points...
That's it on [topic] for today. In short, we've covered...
So, now I’d be very interested to hear your comments.
And this brings us to the end of this presentation. I hope [topic] is a little clear after today.
So to draw all that together, ...

Start and navigate the Q&A session

Thank you for your attention. I hope you found this presentation useful, and I'd be happy to answer any questions.
Thank you for listening. We now have [X] minutes left. Do you have any questions?
Thank you for your question, [Name].
I'm glad you asked.
That's an interesting question.
That's a great question, I must say. I'm not 100% sure, but off the top of my head, I can tell you that...
Are you asking about [topic 1] or [topic 2]?
Can you please clarify what exactly you mean by [question]? I'm not sure I fully understand.
I'm afraid I don't have the exact figures at hand, but if you give me your email address at the end, I can follow up with you later.
Does that answer your question?
I hope that makes sense. Is that the kind of answer you were looking for?

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Talaera Talks - Transcript Episode 5

Topic : Deliver impactful presentations
Listen : Spotify , Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts
Duration : 22 min.

Intro Welcome to Talaera Talks , the business English communication podcast for non-native professionals. My name is Paola and I am co-hosting this show with Simon. In this podcast, we're going to be covering communication advice and tips to help express yourself with confidence in English in professional settings. So we hope you enjoy the show!

Okay, welcome back for our third episode of Talaera Talks. This is Simon, and I'm joined with Paola. Paola, how are you doing? 0:37 Hi, Simon. I'm great. Happy to do another episode. 0:41 Yeah, absolutely. And Happy Friday. 0:44 Happy Friday! 0:49 So today, our topic: Presenting in English. I'd like to start this episode with a quote I found on Harvard Business Review that I thought was really interesting. It says, "Even native English speakers often anticipate disaster when making presentations. By but for non-native speakers, the anticipatory and situational anxiety associated with their unique challenges (these challenges - being understandable, choosing the right words, speaking spontaneously), can be overwhelming. Moreover, if these concerns interfere with your willingness or ability to make business presentations, the impact can be career-limiting." So yeah, that's a pretty kind of heavy quote to start. But it is something that we see from a lot of our clients, right? 1:52 Yeah, it's super interesting. It was super interesting to read. It's something we know, but it's important to remind it that it is presentations, the topic we have today is something that is not pleasurable for anyone, not for non-native speakers, but also for native speakers. So that's something to point out. And today, we talked about that... We said that we wanted to start with those challenges or fears that we see from our clients, our learners. 2:25 Yeah, and it's usually around the same things, you know, we, at least for me, I come into contact with so many of these, so many of our students who are so competent in their, in their daily lives, what they're doing in their professional lives. And they come to me with these with these fears, like this just general lack of confidence, or imposter syndrome, right? This I don't know if I really deserve to be speaking and, you know, kind of explaining this concept to all these people. 3:05 Mm-hmm. Yes. And also the fear of not being understood, well, they know what I'm saying, well, they understand my accent. There's a lot of worries and concern around accent and our pronunciation expert, Lisa hosted a webinar, actually last week, where she explained that accent matters. But as long as people understand you, it's fine. You don't need to be perfect. Everyone has an accent. So that's also totally fine. 3:37 And this being Yeah, this being one of I think, at least for me, in my experience, one of the most frequently asked for aspects from students. So you know, and just to like, again, just say that this is a challenge for everyone, not just, you know, non-native English speakers. You know, I think all of us have a tough experience or somebody that we think of when we think about public speaking, it's, it's like this, yeah, really anxiety-riddled thing. I mean, I don't have any, you know, funny personal stories, but uh, do you, Paola? 4:20 You want me to tell my embarrassing story, don't you? 4:22 Please, you must. 4:25 So I used to teach at a university in Vietnam when I lived there, and the classes where it rains, you know, from perhaps 50 students to up to what 300 there's was a class with, you know, 2-300 students and there was a little stage it wasn't too high, but there was a little stage and I fell off. 4:46 You fell off the stage. This was during or after the presentation, or...? 4:56 It was around the beginning of the presentation. So... 5:01 During! Oh, I thought it was it was like after like you were walking off? 5:06 No, I move a lot. I use my body language quite a lot. And that was one of the moments where I overdid it, probably, and fell off. 5:17 Wow. Well, I'm glad that you're still here with us. 5:21 Yeah, you know, but that's the story that I sometimes not always tell it. But I sometimes tell it when my students say, Oh, I'm nervous, and I assume that it can happen, you know, I thought it was going to be a disaster. And then I actually ended up making friends with the students that turned out okay. 5:39 Right. Well, yeah, I mean, today, we're not necessarily going to go into the physical dimensions of how to avoid falling off the stage. But we do have some, some good tips, right? 5:54 Yes. And to provide some advice on how to deliver presentations, and lose that fear, we've divided it into three main blocks. And those are what to do before the presentation, tips for during the presentation. And then even after there's things you can do to, to get better. 6:18 Right, let's start with the first, right, what can we do before the presentation in terms of getting ready, preparing? 6:30 So preparing, it's a very general term, but one of the tips that we like to give is, think of the WHAT, WHY and NEXT. So WHAT is your presentation about? WHY should they listen to you and not look it up online (or listen to a podcast, like ours)? And in what NEXT means - what is supposed to happen next? Do they need to do anything, go on a website, send you feedback? Are you going to send them the materials? So what why our next is so straightforward and simple. But when I asked this question to our clients that are so thrown off, and they don't know what to answer sometimes, 7:10 Yeah, I think that's one of those things. And I struggle with this all the time is, when I get an idea or something like that. It's so easy to just jump over those most basic things of, you know, what, why and index, those are so, so basic, but it's such it's, they're so foundational, right? And in terms of creating something that people will understand and be able to, to really attach to. 7:41 Yep. And do you have any tips around how much you should learn? Should you write the whole thing? Or should you memorize? 7:52 Yeah, that, you know, this is a good question as well, that a lot of our learners ask in terms of, yeah, you know, I'm just going to go and write it all out. And then I'll have an idea. And I'll feel better because I can write it and change it so that it sounds more professional. It sounds like I know what I'm talking about. And I always tell people, please don't try to prepare a presentation where you're reading a script, it is just the most unnatural thing ever. And, and it, you won't end up sounding more professional, if anything, your audience is going to detach, because they're going to sense that something's not really right here, it doesn't seem genuine, right doesn't seem real, it just seems like this person is doing what he's doing, which is reading off of a script. And even still a lot of times with a lot of our learners where they know that, okay, I know this material. But I'm going to put all of my effort into making this perfect slide this perfect presentation. So I would say, focus on actually knowing the material itself really well. More than focusing on how the presentation looks, you know, these kinds of things. Because once you're in that situation where you're on the stage, and people are looking at you, at least you'll be able to Windows like kind of red Sirens of you know, panic and anxiety show up. You'll have learned the material itself so well that you can roll with that. 9:29 Yes. And you also have room for improvisation because your brain is so used to the content and you know, so well what you want to say that that's when your brain starts to come up with anecdotes and that's the fun thing that gets you hooked. And that's the main Why should people listen to you instead of reading an article online? 9:49 Exactly. Because for most of our students, you know what you're talking about. That's why you're up there. That's why you have the opportunities to speak there is because someone thinks you're qualified enough to speak to all these people. So trust in that and go with that. So yeah, so we have right not, not over learning. Don't script it right? What else can we do? 10:14 Practice, practice, practice, practice, practice in your mind, but more importantly verbalize it, say it out loud. And recording yourself is uncomfortable for everyone. But it works. I have never tried it. I always told my students should record yourself, you should record yourself and they were like, Huh. And just a few of them did it. And when we started with the webinars, I haven't done something like it before. And I said, Okay, I'll use my own tip. And it was one I'm comfortable. And two, super helpful. So if you get to go over the sound of your own voice, I would say do it. 10:54 Yeah. You know, this is one thing that I have to be totally honest here. Doing these podcasts is the first time I've actually recorded myself for a long time. And I've learned a lot about, you know, not saying the word Absolutely. 500 times, yeah, within the span of 20 minutes. So those are good learning lessons. Definitely. Okay, and then so we have that. And then the last little tip is, I would say get an English mindset before 30 minutes to an hour before the presentation. And that could be listening to a podcast, you know, like Talaera Talks, or, you know, watching a show on Netflix that's, that's in English, whatever you can do to get your kind of English mind, you know, in the zone before you go up and actually speak English. So So those are all of our kind of pre presentation tips, what you can do before, so what about during, 11:58 so for during, there's a lot of things that you can you can do to improve your presentations. But the first tip is to learn how to start to have a mind map of what am I going to do at the beginning. So you start confident already. So welcome, everyone, introduce the people introduce the topic and go to the main point, those four parts will help you have a nice start. Welcome, everyone. For example. Hi, everyone. Welcome to today's presentation. Today, we'll be talking about business events, introduce the people, you can introduce yourself , like, Hi, my name is Paula and I'm a business English instructor at Telstra, and perhaps even the audience. Today we have with us students from all different nationalities and levels, or, you know, whatever the audiences, that's also helpful for everyone to understand, introduce the topic, or give you some best practices for business emails , and a few templates, and then go to the main point. So a simple sentence like Alright, let's get down to business. So having those welcome introducing people introducing the topic and going to the main point will help you have a nice start. 13:16 Yeah, and I like that concept of that the mind map is so good. Because it's it's not the scripting, like we were talking about before, it's having a kind of a little mental checklist. So that when those first few minutes, were you're up there on the on stage, and you're like, oh god, oh, god, here we go. Here we go. You have that little checklist that I created. Okay, so I welcomed introduced the people the topic, and now to the main point, and that can get you in the zone and going I really liked that. Yeah, so so having that, that starting template. And then another thing would be, I would say slowing down, slowing it down. And this is really I think it touches on a lot of aspects. The first would be just the general anxiety, we tend to speak a lot faster when we're really anxious, you know, but by slowing down, it really helps with non native English speakers because it helps with the accent. And it helps with giving you some time to really think through your next thoughts. Now, I'm not saying that you should, while you're speaking, try to think steps three, four or five ahead of you. But giving yourself a little bit of time to Okay, I'm going through this pattern now. Now I can go to the next one, right. And doing that, you know, another with the slowing down a tip if you're really nervous to go in is prefacing your speech. So before you really get into everything, maybe after the welcome part is just to say, Hey, you know, I'm going to try to speak as clearly as possible, as English as myself. first language and really smile and maybe make a little joke about that. And I think that's a good way to open it out for the audience to show some vulnerability and and help. I mean, what do you think about that? 15:13 Yeah, I mean, we see that with, sometimes with celebrities, when they're not native speakers, and they admitted, and they, they kind of put yourself put themselves, as you said, in that vulnerable position, and that makes them even cuter. 15:28 Mm hmm. 15:29 So it's making yourself human, I think it's always a good tip. And you were saying that slowing down helps with your accent and also for yourself to gain time to really know what you're going to say. But also for the for the audience. We don't mind people making some little pulses, so that they also have time to collect their thoughts. 15:50 Right, right. Yeah. Yeah, definitely. Those are, those are two really good aspects, starting, you know, the template and then slowing down, right. Yeah, kind of diffusing the anxiety by saying, Hey, you know, this isn't my first language. And that really gets the audience on your side, right. And then another would be not reading off of your slides. I mean, this is kind of the basic, you know, what you learn in school, but it's also something that a lot of people get, yeah, get, get hooked on, just because it's like a safety net. And I would say that's where the overlearning the material that we talked about beforehand comes into play. Anything else in this? 16:42 Oh, recap for sure. After every section, do a little recap, and at the end to recap where you summarize the main points of the whole presentation? 16:54 Yeah, yeah. Good. Good. So So summarize. Yeah, yeah. And that's a that's a good, you know, I would say three aspects, four aspects that during the presentation, if you keep these in, in your mind, it's, it's, I would say, it's going to help a lot. And so now we're going to move to what can we do after the presentation? We've done it, we've walked off the stage. Whoo, I'm so glad that's over. Now, is all of our work done? No. 17:27 No, not really. That's now it's your chance to actually learn from, from everything you did. So one of the tips we suggest is try to ask for feedback. But that's not so easy, right, Simon? 17:42 Yeah, it's, I think, a big question. And that is, who do you get the feedback from? Right?

17:50 So we, we would always suggest to try and find someone you can trust someone who is honest, and who can give you objective feedback. So in some cases, that can be your manager, but sometimes it's a colleague that understands the topic, and can really provide some feedback on how you did. 18:13 Yeah. And that's, I think, in terms of learning, this is one of the most crucial thing is reflecting back on what you did, and seeing what worked, what didn't work, and how can I take that and move forward? Because especially with presenting, it's a skill, and it takes practice, practice, practice. And, and I think, for a lot of people, you should jump at the chance to do this. So that you can continue to learn and continue to grow. But be sure to reflect by Yeah, by asking for feedback and seeing what worked, 18:47 for sure. And ideally, that would be someone, perhaps from work that can see how you did and like the actual show, if not Talaera teachers also do that. So you can present your own presentation, pretending it's the actual one. And that's how we can provide feedback on the structure, the vocabulary, the language in general. 19:08 Yeah, absolutely. I do that. Oh, there you go. Absolutely. Definitely. See, I'm reflecting back and learning as we go. I'm working. I'm learning that. Yeah. But I've done that recently with a couple of students where we've gone through their deck and looked at what are their plans in terms of presenting and we've kind of gone through in detail that together. So So yeah, so that was kind of I would say the biggest thing in terms of afterward. 19:40 So we have the pre-presentation, just as a quick recap for the pre-presentation and before your presentation, always remember the what why next, what is your presentation about? Why should people listen to you and what should happen next overnight Learn the content. be super confident about what you want to talk about. But don't script it. Don't write everything down. Otherwise, it would sound like you're just reading. 20:11 Write and practice through verbalization. record yourself, even though it may be awkward, but it's a great learning technique. And then get in that English mindset beforehand by Yeah, listening to a podcast or what have you. And then during the presentation, right, starting with the template, Paolo was discussing the welcome introducing the people the topic, and then going to the main point, 20:37 slowing down a little bit. It's not necessary to go super fast. It's not only not necessary, but people will understand you better if you take your time and make some pauses. Of course, don't read off their slides. Tell them the story. 20:54 Right, right. And remember 20:56 to recap, just like we're doing now. Send them or tell them a quick summary and the main points, 21:03 right, and don't fall off the stage as well. That's ideally we forgot. Ideally, it's final for then, as the final point, right, asking for feedback, finding that person that can get you that feedback that's so important to you. Finding what worked and moving forward. 21:21 That's right. All right. Do we have it for today? 21:25 I think that is it for today. Yeah. I had a lot of Thanks. Yeah, I had a blast. And thanks for meeting up. And we have a lot of good stuff coming up with Talaera. Right. 21:38 We have webinars, our blog is busier than ever. So go on the http://blog.talaera.com/ , check out the resources. And what else? 21:51 Find us on LinkedIn. And yeah, please ask any questions, we'd be glad to get back to you. So that is it for today. And thank you to all of our listeners. So far, we're excited to keep growing this. And as always, keep learning! 22:11 And that's all we have for you today. We hope you enjoyed it, and remember to subscribe to Talaera Talks . We'll be back soon with more! And visit our website at https://talaera.com for more valuable content on business English. You can also request a free consultation on the best ways for you and your team to improve your communication skills. So have a great day and keep learning!

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Speech transitions: words and phrases to connect your ideas

June 28, 2018 - Gini Beqiri

When delivering presentations it’s important for your words and ideas to flow so your audience can understand how everything links together and why it’s all relevant.

This can be done using speech transitions because these act as signposts to the audience – signalling the relationship between points and ideas. This article explores how to use speech transitions in presentations.

What are speech transitions?

Speech transitions are words and phrases that allow you to smoothly move from one point to another so that your speech flows and your presentation is unified.

This makes it easier for the audience to understand your argument and without transitions the audience may be confused as to how one point relates to another and they may think you’re randomly jumping between points.

Types of transitions

Transitions can be one word, a phrase or a full sentence – there are many different types, here are a few:

Introduction

Introduce your topic:

We will be looking at/identifying/investigating the effects of…
Today I will be discussing…

Presentation outline

Inform the audience of the structure of your presentation:

There are three key points I’ll be discussing…
I want to begin by…, and then I’ll move on to…
We’ll be covering… from two points of view…
This presentation is divided into four parts…

Move from the introduction to the first point

Signify to the audience that you will now begin discussing the first main point:

Now that you’re aware of the overview, let’s begin with…
First, let’s begin with…
I will first cover…
My first point covers…
To get started, let’s look at…

Shift between similar points

Move from one point to a similar one:

In the same way…
Likewise…
Equally…
This is similar to…
Similarly…

Shift between disagreeing points

You may have to introduce conflicting ideas – bridging words and phrases are especially good for this:

Conversely…
Despite this…
However…
On the contrary…
Now let’s consider…
Even so…
Nonetheless…
We can’t ignore…
On the other hand…

Transition to a significant issue

Fundamentally…
A major issue is…
The crux of the matter…
A significant concern is…

Referring to previous points

You may have to refer to something that you’ve already spoken about because, for example, there may have been a break or a fire alarm etc:

Let’s return to…
We briefly spoke about X earlier; let’s look at it in more depth now…
Let’s revisit…
Let’s go back to…
Do you recall when I mentioned…

This can be also be useful to introduce a new point because adults learn better when new information builds on previously learned information.

Introducing an aside note

You may want to introduce a digression:

I’d just like to mention…
That reminds me…
Incidentally…

Physical movement

You can move your body and your standing location when you transition to another point. The audience find it easier to follow your presentation and movement will increase their interest.

A common technique for incorporating movement into your presentation is to:

Start your introduction by standing in the centre of the stage.
For your first point you stand on the left side of the stage.
You discuss your second point from the centre again.
You stand on the right side of the stage for your third point.
The conclusion occurs in the centre.

Emphasising importance

You need to ensure that the audience get the message by informing them why something is important:

More importantly…
This is essential…
Primarily…
Mainly…

Internal summaries

Internal summarising consists of summarising before moving on to the next point. You must inform the audience:

What part of the presentation you covered – “In the first part of this speech we’ve covered…”
What the key points were – “Precisely how…”
How this links in with the overall presentation – “So that’s the context…”
What you’re moving on to – “Now I’d like to move on to the second part of presentation which looks at…”

Speech transitions during a team meeting

Cause and effect

You will have to transition to show relationships between factors:

Therefore…
Thus…
Consequently…
As a result…
This is significant because…
Hence…

Elaboration

Also…
Besides…
What’s more…
In addition/additionally…
Moreover…
Furthermore…

Point-by-point or steps of a process

First/firstly/The first one is…
Second/Secondly/The second one is…
Third/Thirdly/The third one is…
Last/Lastly/Finally/The fourth one is…

Introduce an example

This is demonstrated by…
For instance…
Take the case of…
For example…
You may be asking whether this happens in X? The answer is yes…
To show/illustrate/highlight this…
Let me illustrate this by…

Transition to a demonstration

Now that we’ve covered the theory, let’s practically apply it…
I’ll conduct an experiment to show you this in action…
Let me demonstrate this…
I’ll now show you this…

Introducing a quotation

X was a supporter of this thinking because he said…
There is a lot of support for this, for example, X said…

Transition to another speaker

In a group presentation you must transition to other speakers:

Briefly recap on what you covered in your section: “So that was a brief introduction on what health anxiety is and how it can affect somebody”
Introduce the next speaker in the team and explain what they will discuss: “Now Gayle will talk about the prevalence of health anxiety.”
Then end by looking at the next speaker, gesturing towards them and saying their name: “Gayle”.
The next speaker should acknowledge this with a quick: “Thank you Simon.”

From these examples, you can see how the different sections of the presentations link which makes it easier for the audience to follow and remain engaged.

You can tell personal stories or share the experiences of others to introduce a point. Anecdotes are especially valuable for your introduction and between different sections of the presentation because they engage the audience. Ensure that you plan the stories thoroughly beforehand and that they are not too long.

Using questions

You can transition through your speech by asking questions and these questions also have the benefit of engaging your audience more. There are three different types of questions:

Direct questions require an answer: “What is the capital of Italy?” These are mentally stimulating for the audience.

Rhetorical questions do not require answers, they are often used to emphasises an idea or point: “Is the Pope catholic?

Loaded questions contain an unjustified assumption made to prompt the audience into providing a particular answer which you can then correct to support your point: You may ask “Why does your wonderful company have such a low incidence of mental health problems?”.

The audience will generally answer that they’re happy. After receiving the answers you could then say “Actually it’s because people are still unwilling and too embarrassed to seek help for mental health issues at work etc.”

Transition to a visual aid

If you are going to introduce a visual aid you must prepare the audience with what they’re going to see, for example, you might be leading into a diagram that supports your statement. Also, before you show the visual aid , explain why you’re going to show it, for example, “This graph is a significant piece of evidence supporting X”.

When the graphic is on display get the audience to focus on it:

The table indicates…
As you can see…
I’d like to direct your attention to…

Explain what the visual is showing:

You can see that there has been a reduction in…
The diagram is comparing the…

Using a visual aid to transition

Visual aids can also be used as transitions and they have the benefit of being stimulating and breaking-up vocal transitions.

You might have a slide with just a picture on it to signify to the audience that you’re moving on to a new point – ensure that this image is relevant to the point. Many speakers like to use cartoons for this purpose but ensure its suitable for your audience.

Always summarise your key points first in the conclusion:

Let’s recap on what we’ve spoken about today…
Let me briefly summarise the main points…

And then conclude:

If you have a shorter speech you may choose to end your presentation with one statement:

In short…
To sum up…
In a nutshell…
To summarise…
In conclusion…

However, using statements such as “To conclude” may cause the audience to stop listening. It’s better to say:

I’d like to leave you with this…
What you should take away from this is…
Finally, I want to say…

Call to action

Requesting the audience to do something at the end of the presentation:

You may be thinking how can I help in this matter? Well…
My aim is to encourage you to go further and…
What I’m requesting of you is…

Common mistakes

When transitions are used poorly you can annoy and confuse the audience. Avoid:

Using transitions that are too short – transitions are a key part of ensuring the audience understands your presentation so spend sufficient time linking to your next idea.
Too many tangents – any digressions should still be relevant to the topic and help the audience with their understanding, otherwise cut them out.
Incompatible transitions – for example, if you’re about to introduce an example that supports your statement you wouldn’t introduce this by saying “but”. Use transitions that signify the relationship between points.
Over-using the same transition because this is boring for the audience to hear repeatedly. Ensure that there is variety with your transitions, consider including visual transitions.
Miscounting your transitions – for example, don’t say “first point”, “second point”, “next point” – refer to your points consistently.

Speech transitions are useful for unifying and connecting your presentation. The audience are more likely to remain engaged since they’ll be able to follow your points. But remember that it’s important to practice your transitions beforehand and not just the content of your arguments because you risk looking unprofessional and confusing the audience if the presentation does not flow smoothly.

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Good transitions can make a speech more important to the audience because they feel they are being taken to a positive conclusion without having to travel a bumpy road. – Joe Griffith

Transitions

The difference between a novice speaker and an advanced speaker is in how they bridge the gap between ideas. Learning to use transitions effectively will help take your speaking to the advanced level. Transitions can be one word, a phrase, or a full sentence.

The audience is dying to know the relationship between ideas. Their brains are hard-wired for that. It’s more important when you are speaking than when you are writing because the listeners can’t go back – they have to get it when it happens. If the brain is bored, or gets tired because it’s overwhelmed, or gets confused – it can’t stay in that place, so it daydreams, creating its own interest. Speech Coach Max Dixon, Westside Toastmasters.

So, let’s get started. I have included various transition types for you to consider. These do little good if you read them and do not use them. This list works best if you read it now and then revisit it every time you write a speech.

Let’s begin with…
First, I’d like to share with you…
Now that you’re aware of the overview, let’s begin with…
Our first stop is…
I will first cover…
My first point covers…
To get started, let’s look at…

The Order of Things

After that…
Next…
Second thing…
Our next stop is…
Let me tell you about your next step.

Steve Jobs Commencement to Stanford University

Steve Jobs clearly previews his main points, “Today I want to tell you three stories from my life. That’s it. No big deal. Just three stories.” He flows smoothly between points with clear transitions.

“The first story is about connecting the dots.”
“My second story is about love and loss.”
“My third story is about death.”

Watch Steve Jobs Stanford Commencement Address

Between Similar Points

In the same way…
In addition…
Likewise…
Similarly…

Between Disagreeing Points

Conversely…
Despite this…
The flip side of the issue…
However…
On the contrary…
On the other hand…
On the other side …
Yet, we cannot ignore …
The opposing argument …
If we examine the opposite side, we see …

Introduce an example

This is best illustrated by an example…
For instance…
Take the case of…
For example…
To understand this…
Let me illustrate this by…

Introduce Research

To make the point…
As illustrated by…
Case in point…
To solidify this point…
As researched by…

Cause and effect

Therefore…
Thus…
Consequently…
As a result…
This is significant because…
Hence…
Resulting in…
For that reason …
The effect is…

Elaboration

Also…
Besides…
What’s more…
In addition/additionally…
Moreover…
Furthermore…

Transition to a Demonstration

Let me show you how this works…
Let me demonstrate this…
Now that we’ve covered the theory, let’s see it in action …
Next, I’d like to let you see this for yourselves…

Introducing Your Visual

As you can see from this chart…
I’d like you to notice that…
The table indicates…

Questions as Transitions

Now that you know the problem, what do you think will solve it?
What do you think will solve this crisis?

Connective: A word or phrase that connects the ideas of a speech and indicates the relationship between them.

Transitions: A word or phrase that indicates when a speaker had finished one thought and it moving on to another.

Internal preview: A statement in the body of the speech that tells the audience what the speaker is going to discuss next.

Internal summary: A statement in the body of the speech that summarizes the speaker’s preceding point or points.

Signpost: A very brief statement that indicates where a speaker is in the speech or that focuses attention on key ideas.

From the Art of Public Speaking by Stephen Lucas

THOUGHTS FROM A FORMER STUDENT

One thing I learned in class that made me a better speechwriter was to pay attention to the transitions. In our outlines, there was space for our main points, but also our transitions between them. At the beginning of the semester, I thought this was a waste of time planning out my transition for a speech and that I would just wing it the day of, but I soon realized how important they were. Transitions are like the finishing touches that make everything fall together in a speech.

You may have some interesting points or facts to give to your audience, but without transitions, you have nothing to connect your points and create a narrative. An audience is much more interested in a talk if there is a continuing idea or theme, and transitions help create this. I found this out by watching the other students in my class as they learned to use transitions as well. I loved the speeches that were clearly organized and had a common idea with transitions.

Zoe Lawless, Honors Public Speaking, University of Arkansas

Movement as Transition

Many people don’t think about movement as a type of transition, but it can be a very powerful way to help your audience transition between ideas.

Setting out a visual or putting it away signals a change in ideas.
Some speakers will imagine a baseball diamond laid out on the floor and move to each base throughout the speech. Their opening comment is at home plate. Point one is delivered on first, point two on second, and point three on third. They stand back on their home plate to deliver the final closing statements.
One speaker that I met said he always has a special place that is his big idea place. He may move around during his speech but when he wants the audience to know it is an important point, he stands in the big idea place.

Silence as a Transition

John Chappelear, speech consultant, suggests that the use of silence can be powerful. It is powerful, but it is not easy. Being able to stand silently in front of a large audience for 15-45 seconds requires practice. Sometimes you can use silence as a way to let the audience catch up and think deeply about what you just said.

Transitioning Between Slides

As the next slide shows…
As you can see…
Next, I will show you…

Transitioning to Visuals

I’d like to direct your attention to…
This diagram compares…
Now, I’d like to illustrate this with…

Signaling the End is Near

In conclusion…
To sum it up…
Lastly…
In a nutshell…
To recap…
I’d like to leave you with…
Finally, I’d like to say…
The takeaway from all of this is…
To summarise…

Moving to the Next Speaker

I told you about the most credible theories about climate change, now John will share with you some examples of what you can do.
I’m going to turn it over to Malachi, who will take you through the next few points.
Next, Angie will come up and talk about…
To help us understand this topic better, we have Beatrice, who will talk us through…
Look to the next speaker and motion towards them as they walk to the podium, Twila will tell you more…

Problems with Transitions

These are some of the most common problems with transitions:

Not planning out transitions and just “winging it.”
Using fancy phrases inconsistent with the rest of the speech.
Saying, “I have five points” and then having only four or miscounting the points.
Overusing the same transitional phrase.
Long pauses before transitions as the speaker tries to figure out what to say next.

Tricks on Smoothly Presenting Transitions

Now you have a list of ideas to use when you write your next speech, let’s talk about how to use transitions effectively. Speakers typically struggle as they end one point and seek to move to the next idea. This usually happens because of poor planning, not enough practice, and poor note management. Let’s talk about these one at a time. First, poor planning happens because a speaker does not put enough time and effort into writing the speech. Second, not enough practice happened because even when a speech is practiced, it is practiced with regards to getting through the main points and not about moving smoothly between points. Finally, poor note management. Let me give you some tricks.

Make your notes large-larger than you think you need.
Give ample space between main ideas so you can look down and see the gap and know another point is coming.
On your notecards, make each main idea a different color.
I usually have a “T” in a circle to remind me that this is a transition statement.
Practice your speech twice by just reading the transition statements and the next sentence.
The night before your speech, visualize how you will manage the transitions.

Key Takeaways

Remember This!

Using transitions will help your speech flow smoothly.
Practice using your transitions.
Plan transitions for impact.

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Allgood, E., & Ebersole, T. (Eds.). (2017). C OMM 2100 public speaking: A workbook for student success . Fountainhead Press.

Beqiri, G. (2018). Speech transitions: Words and phrases to connect your ideas. https://virtualspeech.com/blog/speech-transitions-words-phrases

Dugan, A. (2013, August 26). Speech transitions: Magical words and phrases. http://sixminutes.dlugan.com/speech-transitions/

Effective speech transitions, how to make your speech flow. https://franticallyspeaking.com/effective-speech-transitions-how-to-make-your-speech-flow/

Jobs, S. (2005). Steve Jobs commencement address to Stanford University. [Video]. YouTube. https://news.stanford.edu/2005/06/14/jobs-061505/ Standard YouTube License.

Lawless, Z. (2020). Honors Public Speaking, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Used with permission.

Lucas, S.E. (2009). The art of public speaking. McGraw Hill.

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7 Ways to Use Transitions During Your Presentation

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“You are here!”

Those three words, found on maps everywhere from highway rest stops and shopping malls to tourist sites and hiking trails, capture your attention instantly, as they’re designed to do. They immediately orient you to where you are and help you spot, with ease, where you’re about to go.

There is a tool you can use during your presentation that plays a similar role – transitions. They serve as spoken you are here! signs, connecting distinct ideas, topics, or tones, and guiding your audience from one point to another.

Transitions can be a word, phrase, question, or statement. They can be subtle or overt, smooth or abrupt, gradual or purposefully shocking – whichever best serves your intention.

Without them, audiences can feel as lost as travelers without a map. As an added bonus, they also can help you to round up the stragglers. Used as a way to break the pattern , verbal transitions can reengage audience members whose attention may have wandered.

7 Ways to Use Transitions in Your Talk

1. to elaborate.

“For example …”
“In addition …”
“A recent experience by one of my patients serves as an excellent illustration of this concept …”

2. Highlight a key message

“The important point here is that …”
“More than anything, we’ve learned that …”

3. Link similar ideas

“In the same way …”
“Just as Department A was slow to respond to the problem, a similar critique could be made of department B, because …”

4. Move from one section to another

“That brings us to point number two.”
“Now you know the challenges we are up against. I’m going to take the next 10 minutes to focus on how we are going to overcome them.”

5. Summarize or highlight relevance

“So, what can we learn from all that?”
“I’m telling you all this because …”

6. Introduce conflict

“However …”
“Critics see this issue differently …”

7. Indicate next steps or set up your call to action

“Here’s our challenge …”
“Where does that leave us today?”
“You’ve heard the reasons why you need to reduce stress. Before you head out the door, I’m going to give you three simple, everyday actions that lead a more stress-less life.”

Recapturing Attention

Yes, we are sneaking in an eighth way verbal transitions can make for a better presentation. They have the power to snap your audience back to attention. It’s a strategy familiar to experienced radio hosts and podcasters, who use transitions to regain attention from members of their audience whose focus may have drifted.

Just imagine listening to the radio when the host says, “But even more than that, the most surprising thing I learned was ….” At that moment, are you really going to switch to a different station? Or are you going to stay tuned to hear the most surprising thing?

Lines such as these will recapture your wayward travelers:

“But that’s not our real problem …”
“For years, we’ve been told this is best the way to recover from heart surgery. I am here to tell you that’s wrong …”
“I’m about to let you in on a secret …”
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Transitions: Bridging Ideas for a Seamless Presentation

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Good transitions can make a speech more important to the audience because they feel they are being taken to a positive conclusion without having to travel a bumpy road. – Joe Griffith

Transitions

The audience is dying to know the relationship between ideas. Their brains are hard-wired for that. It’s more important when you are speaking than when you are writing because the listeners can’t go back – they have to get it when it happens. If the brain is bored, or gets tired because it’s overwhelmed, or gets confused – it can’t stay in that place, so it daydreams, creating its own interest. Speech Coach Max Dixon, Westside Toastmasters.

Let’s begin with…
First, I’d like to share with you…
Now that you’re aware of the overview, let’s begin with…
Our first stop is…
I will first cover…
My first point covers…
To get started, let’s look at…

The Order of Things

After that…
Next…
Second thing…
Our next stop is…
Let me tell you about your next step.

Steve Jobs Commencement to Stanford University

Watch Steve Jobs’ 2005 Stanford Commencement Address (15 mins) on YouTube

“The first story is about connecting the dots.”
“My second story is about love and loss.”
“My third story is about death.”

Source: Stanford. (2008, March 7). Steve Jobs’ 2005 Stanford Commencement Address [Video]. YouTube. https://youtu.be/UF8uR6Z6KLc

Between Similar Points

In the same way…
In addition…
Likewise…
Similarly…

Between Disagreeing Points

Conversely…
Despite this…
The flip side of the issue…
However…
On the contrary…
On the other hand…
On the other side …
Yet, we cannot ignore …
The opposing argument …
If we examine the opposite side, we see …

Introduce an example

This is best illustrated by an example…
For instance…
Take the case of…
For example…
To understand this…
Let me illustrate this by…

Introduce Research

To make the point…
As illustrated by…
Case in point…
To solidify this point…
As researched by…

Cause and effect

Therefore…
Thus…
Consequently…
As a result…
This is significant because…
Hence…
Resulting in…
For that reason …
The effect is…

Elaboration

Also…
Besides…
What’s more…
In addition/additionally…
Moreover…
Furthermore…

Transition to a Demonstration

Let me show you how this works…
Let me demonstrate this…
Now that we’ve covered the theory, let’s see it in action …
Next, I’d like to let you see this for yourselves…

Introducing Your Visual

As you can see from this chart…
I’d like you to notice that…
The table indicates…

Questions as Transitions

Now that you know the problem, what do you think will solve it?
What do you think will solve this crisis?

Connective: A word or phrase that connects the ideas of a speech and indicates the relationship between them.

Transitions: A word or phrase that indicates when a speaker had finished one thought and it moving on to another.

Internal preview: A statement in the body of the speech that tells the audience what the speaker is going to discuss next.

Internal summary: A statement in the body of the speech that summarizes the speaker’s preceding point or points.

Signpost: A very brief statement that indicates where a speaker is in the speech or that focuses attention on key ideas.

From the Art of Public Speaking by Stephen Lucas

Thoughts from a Former Student

Zoe Lawless, Honors Public Speaking, University of Arkansas

Movement as Transition

Many people don’t think about movement as a type of transition, but it can be a very powerful way to help your audience transition between ideas.

Setting out a visual or putting it away signals a change in ideas.
Some speakers will imagine a baseball diamond laid out on the floor and move to each base throughout the speech. Their opening comment is at home plate. Point one is delivered on first, point two on second, and point three on third. They stand back on their home plate to deliver the final closing statements.
One speaker that I met said he always has a special place that is his big idea place. He may move around during his speech but when he wants the audience to know it is an important point, he stands in the big idea place.

Silence as a Transition

John Chappelear, speech consultant, suggests that the use of silence can be powerful. It is powerful, but it is not easy. Being able to stand silently in front of a large audience for 15-45 seconds requires practice. Sometimes you can use silence as a way to let the audience catch up and think deeply about what you just said.

Transitioning Between Slides

As the next slide shows…
As you can see…
Next, I will show you…

Transitioning to Visuals

I’d like to direct your attention to…
This diagram compares…
Now, I’d like to illustrate this with…

Signaling the End is Near

In conclusion…
To sum it up…
Lastly…
In a nutshell…
To recap…
I’d like to leave you with…
Finally, I’d like to say…
The takeaway from all of this is…
To summarise…

Moving to the Next Speaker

I told you about the most credible theories about climate change, now John will share with you some examples of what you can do.
I’m going to turn it over to Malachi, who will take you through the next few points.
Next, Angie will come up and talk about…
To help us understand this topic better, we have Beatrice, who will talk us through…
Look to the next speaker and motion towards them as they walk to the podium, Twila will tell you more…

Problems with Transitions

These are some of the most common problems with transitions:

Not planning out transitions and just “winging it.”
Using fancy phrases inconsistent with the rest of the speech.
Saying, “I have five points” and then having only four or miscounting the points.
Overusing the same transitional phrase.
Long pauses before transitions as the speaker tries to figure out what to say next.

Tricks on Smoothly Presenting Transitions

Make your notes large-larger than you think you need.
Give ample space between main ideas so you can look down and see the gap and know another point is coming.
On your notecards, make each main idea a different color.
I usually have a “T” in a circle to remind me that this is a transition statement.
Practice your speech twice by just reading the transition statements and the next sentence.
The night before your speech, visualize how you will manage the transitions.

Key Takeaways

Remember This!

Using transitions will help your speech flow smoothly.
Practice using your transitions.
Plan transitions for impact.

Attribution & References

Except where otherwise noted, this chapter is adapted from “ Transitions: Bridging Ideas for a Seamless Presentation ” In Advanced Public Speaking by Lynn Meade, licensed under CC BY 4.0 .

Allgood, E., & Ebersole, T. (Eds.). (2017). C OMM 2100 public speaking: A workbook for student success . Fountainhead Press.

Beqiri, G. (2018). Speech transitions: Words and phrases to connect your ideas. https://virtualspeech.com/blog/speech-transitions-words-phrases

Dugan, A. (2013, August 26). Speech transitions: Magical words and phrases. http://sixminutes.dlugan.com/speech-transitions/

Effective speech transitions, how to make your speech flow. https://franticallyspeaking.com/effective-speech-transitions-how-to-make-your-speech-flow/

Lawless, Z. (2020). Honors Public Speaking, University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Used with permission.

Lucas, S.E. (2009). The art of public speaking. McGraw Hill.

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The Power of Transitions and Closings in Presentations

Suppose you want to make a lasting impression on your audience during a presentation. In that case, mastering transitional phrases and strong conclusions is essential. Not only do they keep your audience engaged, but they also help you get your message across effectively.

In this post, we’ll explore the art of using transitional phrases and strong conclusions to succeed at giving presentations. Whether you’re a seasoned public speaker or just starting out, this post will provide you with tips and tricks to keep your audience’s attention throughout your presentation.

Introduction

Have you ever sat through a presentation that left you feeling bored or disinterested? Or have you ever given a presentation that failed to get your message across effectively? If so, you’re not alone. Many people struggle with public speaking, and it’s easy to see why. It’s not just about what you say but how you say it.

One of the most important aspects of a successful presentation is using transitional phrases and strong conclusions. These two elements can make or break your presentation, so it’s crucial to master them.

Explanation of Transitional Phrases

Transitional phrases are words or phrases that connect one idea to the next. They help to create a smooth flow between different parts of your presentation, making it easier for your audience to follow along.

Transitional phrases can be used in many different ways, depending on the type of presentation you’re giving. For example, use them to introduce a new topic, summarize a point you just made, or transition to the next section of your presentation.

Transitional phrases for your presentations

As an experienced presenter, there are a variety of transitional phrases that you can use to keep your audience engaged and focused on your message. Some examples include:

“Moving on to the next point,…”
“Building on that idea,…”
“Perhaps most importantly, let me add this…”
“If there is one thing to learn, remember this…”
“This is why it’s important to…”

These phrases are not only effective in guiding your audience through your presentation but also help to keep your audience focused. Not only that, they help to create a natural flow between ideas.

Ultimately, the best transitional phrases will depend on the specific content and structure of your presentation, but incorporating a variety of these phrases can help to elevate your presentation and make it more memorable for your audience.

More Examples of Transitional Phrases

Here are some examples of transitional phrases you can use in your presentations:

“ Moving on to our next topic…”
“ Now, let’s take a look at …”
“ Next up …”
“ Let’s switch gears and talk about…”
“ In addition to reducing your risk of chronic diseases, a healthy diet can also improve your mood and energy levels.”
“ Moreover , studies have shown that people who eat a balanced diet are more productive and have better cognitive function.”
“ On the other hand , a diet high in processed foods and sugar can increase your risk of obesity, heart disease, and other health problems.”

Remember Why It Is Important

Using transitional phrases is essential because they keep your audience engaged and help them understand the structure of your presentation. Without them, your presentation can feel disjointed and hard to follow.

In addition, using transitional phrases shows you’re well-prepared and confident in your presentation. It helps to establish credibility and can make you appear more professional.

Tips and Tricks

To use transitional phrases effectively, it’s crucial to practice and become comfortable with them. Here are some tips to help you master the art of transitional phrases:

Keep it simple . Use short and clear phrases that are easy to understand.
Practice your transitions . Make sure you know exactly when and how to use your transitional phrases.
Use them consistently . Don’t use transitional phrases in some parts of your presentation and then neglect them in others.
Use them sparingly. Use transitional phrases sparingly, or they can become distracting and take away from your message.
Plan ahead : Before you start your presentation, make sure you have a clear outline of the main points you want to cover. This will help you choose the right transitional phrases to connect your ideas.
Use signposts : Signposts are words or phrases that signal to your audience that you are moving on to a new point. Some examples of signposts include “firstly,” “secondly,” “in summary,” and “finally.”
Vary your phrases : Using the same transitional phrases repeatedly can become monotonous. Try to mix up your phrases to keep your audience engaged.
Practice, practice, practice : The more you practice using transitional phrases, the more natural and effortless they will become.

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Many won’t be able to resist the temptation to take a peek at their smart phones. So how do you keep your audience involved and following the discussion?

Transition Phrases

Savvy speakers use Transition/Linking Phrases as the glue that holds their thoughts together so they can move seamlessly from one point to another.

It’s important to organize your presentation so that everything supports one main idea. Develop two to three key headlines to support that idea and then further elaborate with facts, anecdotes, case studies, visuals and other evidence.

Also including transitions to connect sentences and key messages will help the audience move from idea to idea. Transitions can make or break your presentation. Linking phrases can turn your presentation into a unified whole.

Transitions can also be tricky. You need to use words other than “but,” “however,” and “in addition.” The words you use will serve as punctuation marks and entice the audience to listen to your next points. Keep giving them the road map to follow throughout your presentation.

After you’ve introduced your main theme, consider the following transition phrases to get started:

I’d like to support____from three main aspects…
I’d like to discuss____from these three fundamental points of view…
Let’s cover____with three essential elements in mind…

Getting From Here to There

Launch your first key message with a phrase that says it’s your first point:

First, lets start with…
My first point covers…
I will talk first about…

Stick to that “chunk” of content and don’t jump to your other key messages until you conclude with a phrase like:

Moving on to our next area of interest…
Now, I’d like to discuss…
Our next important element is…

Or, it could just be that it’s getting close to lunch and people are restless. Whatever the reason, you’ve got to regain their attention. So pause, and give them a chance to get back in sync with you.

When finished with presenting your key messages, repeat them, beginning with a phrase such as, “I’ve just covered the three most important points about…”

The Closer

Now the audience is ready for your closing remarks. Please don’t use, “In conclusion…” because that’s the signal you’ve come to the end of your presentation and it’s OK to mentally tune out.

Instead, keep them listening with a more compelling phrase such as:

What I want you to take away from…
The thought I’d like to leave you with…
I strongly recommend that…

Call to Action

Don’t just say, “Thanks for listening” when you’re finished. Preface that with what you want the audience to do after the presentation. Include a call to action:

What I’d like to ask you to do now…
Can I ask for your support in…
My intention today is to convince you to take the next step and…

Transition phrases are the audience’s lifeline to your presentation. Choose them carefully so that your audience knows exactly where you are at any point in time. They will also help to keep you on track, so that you don’t begin wandering off topic and lose your own sense of direction.

Are there transition phrases that you use in your presentations that you find particularly effective? Please leave us a comment. We’d love to know what they are.

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Slide Transitions in PowerPoint [A Beginner’s Guide!]

By: Author Shrot Katewa

PowerPoint presentations can sometimes be boring looking especially if you simply have a lot of text on your slides. You may need to add some pizzazz to it! And, the best way to jazz it up without being obtrusive is to use slide transitions in PowerPoint!

Slide transition in PowerPoint is the visual effect applied to an individual slide. The effect is visible when one slide changes or transitions into another. PowerPoint allows you to customize and control speed, sound, and other effects for certain transitions using the “Transitions” ribbon.

In this article, we will understand more about transitions and their types. Then, we shall also learn more about how to apply transitions in PowerPoint.

Plus, I’ll also show you some advanced techniques such as applying delay or changing the duration of slide transition. That, and much more! So, let’s get started!

1. What are Slide Transitions in PowerPoint?

Let’s start with the basics – what are slide transitions in PowerPoint?

As described before, transitions are basically animation-type visual effects that are applied to slides (instead of the elements on the slides) in PowerPoint. Using slide transition can make a subtle but huge impact in making your presentation feel engaging.

There are different types of slide transitions (we shall learn more about them in the next section). Additionally, you can further control certain aspects of the slide transition.

You can also add sound during the transition of slides although I highly advise against doing so. But, I’m sharing this just to show the level of customization of transitions offered by PowerPoint!

In the subsequent sections, we will learn more about the types of transitions and how to apply and customize them in PowerPoint!

2. Different Types of Transitions in PowerPoint?

In PowerPoint, slide transitions are divided into 3 categories. These categories are divided according to the type of transitions that are contained in each section.

The effects in each category are divided in a way that they are similar to each other in terms of visual intensity. The difference between the three categories is how much the transitions affect the overall tone of the presentation on a visual level while changing the slides.

The three categories of the slide transitions are –

1. Subtle: The effects in this category are, as the name suggests, very subtle. The transitions are minimal in effect and require very little time to transition from one slide to the next. These transitions are best used for simple effects. There are a total of 12 effects in this category.

2. Exciting: This category contains effects that are a bit more flashy than the effects in the “ Subtle ” category. The effects in this category are more visually prominent and are fairly noticeable. This category has the highest number of effects with a total of 29 different options.

3. Dynamic Content: This category contains strong transitions. These effects are even more vibrant than the effects in the “ Exciting ” category. This category has the least number of effects with a total of 7 different options.

2b. List of Transition Effects in PowerPoint

A list of the 48 different effects that are divided into 3 categories, provided in PowerPoint, is given below.

Random Bars
Checkerboard
Honeycomb
Ferris Wheel
Fly Through

3. How to Apply Slide Transitions in PowerPoint?

Here’s how to add a slide transition in PowerPoint –

Select the slide from the slide thumbnail view on the left.
Click on the “Transitions” tab.
Choose a transition as per your preference.
Use the “Transition Effects” option to customize (if necessary)
Preview the transition.

I’ve described the complete process in a step-by-step manner with visual aids below –

Step-1: Select the slide and go to the “Transitions” tab

The first step of the process is to select the slide that you want to add the transition to. You can do so by clicking on the slide in the slide thumbnail view on the left part of the screen.

Then, go to the “ Transitions ” tab in the ribbon of your PowerPoint presentation. It is the 5 th tab in the ribbon section.

Step-2: Click on the “More” button

After you click on the “ Transitions ” tab, click on the tiny arrow button pointing downwards. It is the “ More ” button of the “ Transition to this slide ” section (as shown in the image in step 1).

This will open a drawer with multiple transition effect options.

Step-3: Select your preferred transition effect

After you have clicked on the “ More ” button, a drop-down menu will appear on the screen where different slide transitions effects are displayed.

Simply click on your preferred transition effect and the slide transition will be applied to that slide immediately.

4. How to Preview a Slide Transition?

To preview a slide transition in your PowerPoint presentation, you have to click on the “ Preview ” button.

In the “ Transitions ” tab, after you select a slide transition effect, simply click on the “ Preview ” button at the left-most part of the options present on the “ Transitions ” ribbon.

The transition effect will be played on the slide to give you a preview when you click on the button.

Another alternative is to enter into the “ slide show mode ” using the current slide. Don’t forget to use the “ Esc ” key to exit the slide show mode in PowerPoint.

5. How to Modify Slide Transitions?

In Microsoft PowerPoint, there are different options that you can use to modify and edit a slide transition effect to better fit the style of your presentation.

You can modify the slide transition using the “ Effect Options ” button, or edit the duration, or add sounds to the slide transition.

In the following section, I will discuss the three mentioned options available for you to modify your slide transitions, and how to use them.

5a. Modify Transitions using Effect Options in PowerPoint

The “ Effect Options ” in Microsoft PowerPoint allows you to modify the direction and intensity of the transition effects.

Follow the steps given below to modify the slide transitions in your PowerPoint presentation using the “ Effect Options ”

Step-1: Click on the “Effect Option” button

The first step of the process is to select the “ Effect Options ” button which is located at the right-most part of the “ Transitions in this Slide ” section. This will open a drop-down menu.

Step-2: Select your preferred modifications

After you have clicked on the “ Effect Options ” button, a drop-down menu will appear on your screen (as shown in the image in step 1).

The drop-down menu will provide you with all the possible modifications that you can make to the slide transition in your PowerPoint presentation.

All you have to do now is to select your preferred modification from the drop-down menu and it will be added to the slide in your PowerPoint presentation immediately.

It is important to note that these effect options vary from one type of transition to the other. Furthermore, some transitions may not even have an effect option available.

5b. How to Add Sound to Slide Transition in PowerPoint?

If you want to add a sound to the slide transition in your PowerPoint presentation, at first you have to select the slide.

Then click on your preferred sound effect from the “ Sound ” option in the “ Timing ” section of the “ Transitions ” tab. The sound effect will be added immediately after you select the sound.

5c. How to Control the Duration of the Slide Transition in PowerPoint?

In PowerPoint, you can also control how long you want the transition to be visible. You can speed up or slow down the transition effect itself!

Here’s how to control the duration of the slide transition –

Step-1: Go to the “Transitions” tab

The first step is to select the slide that has a transition added and head over to the “transitions” tab.

Step-2: Change the “Duration” of the slide transition

After you have entered the “ Transition ” tab, simply type in the time duration you want the transition to take in the “ Duration ” box.

The “ Duration ” box is located under the “ Timing ” section of the “ Transitions ” tab (as shown in the image in step 1). Once the duration has been added, the transition effect will either be slow or faster based on the time added.

6. How to Apply Transitions to All Slides in PowerPoint?

If you have several slides in a presentation and you want to apply a particular type of transition on all slides, it would be quite a cumbersome process to select each slide and repeat the process over and over again.

Fortunately, PowerPoint allows you to apply the same transition to all slides with a click of a button! Here’s how to do it –

Step-1: Apply a Slide Transition for a Slide

The first step is to apply a slide transition to any one of the slides in your presentation. Follow the detailed process described earlier in the presentation to apply the slide transition.

Step-2: Click on the “Apply To All” option

The next step is to simply click on the “ Apply to All ” option under the transitions tab.

This will apply the transition present on the selected slide to all the slides in your presentation! Just make sure that you haven’t used a different transition for a particular slide as using this button will override any pre-existing slide transitions applied to other slides!

7. How to Remove Transition from a Slide in PowerPoint?

To understand the process of removing a slide transition effect from your PowerPoint presentation, follow the 2 easy steps described below.

Step-1: Select the Slide with an Existing Transition

The first step of the process is to select the slide with a transition that you want to remove. After that, head over to the “ Transitions ” tab.

Step-2: Select the “None” option from the “Transitions” tab

Simply click on the “ None ” option from the “Transitions to this slide” section. If this option is not visible, click on the “ More ” button of the “ Transition in the Slide ” section as described earlier, to open a drop-down menu

After you open the drop-down menu by clicking on the “ More ” button, select the “ None ” option located in the top left corner of the drop-down menu. It is the first option in the “Subtle” category of slide transitions.

After you click on the “ None ” option, all the slide transition effects on that slide will be removed from your PowerPoint presentation.

8. How to Set Automatic Slide Transition in PowerPoint?

To set your slide transitions to automatically change to the next slide, you have to set a timer on the slide transition using the “ Advance slide ” option in the “ Timing ” section of the “ Transitions ” tab.

Here’s how to automatically advance slides in PowerPoint –

Step-1: Select the slide to add the effect

The first step is to select the slide that you want to modify or add the effect to.

Step-2: Locate the “Advance slide” option

Next, click on the “ Transitions ” tab and locate the “ Advance Slide ” options. You should be able to spot it on the top-right part of the ribbon under the “Timing ” section.

Step-3: Remove Checkmark from the “On Mouse Click” option

Next, make sure that you uncheck the “ On Mouse Click ” option.

This option is usually used to enable the mouse click as a trigger for the slide to transition. However, since in this case, we want the slide to transition automatically, we shall disable this option.

Step-4: Select the “After” check box

Now, enable the “After” option by making a checkmark before the option. This will allow you to set a timer for the slide to change.

Step-5: Adjust the interval

After you add the checkmark for the “ After ” option, set the interval after which you want the slide to change automatically (as shown in the image in step 4)

Simply type in the duration in the box to the right of the “ After ” option and the slide will change automatically after that interval while in presentation mode.

Step-6: Choose the “Apply to All” option

The last step is to choose the “Apply to All” option as described in the article before. This will create a seamless transition effect on all slides and make them transition automatically.

9. Can You Add Multiple Transitions to the Same Slide?

You can’t add multiple transitions to the same slide in your PowerPoint presentation.

However, you can use the Animations feature of PowerPoint and add effects to the objects, texts, shapes, and images in your slide.

You can add multiple animations on the same slide while also adding a transition to it. We have an entire article dedicated to this, which explains the use of animations in more detail. Click here to read the article.

10. How to Fix “Slide Won’t Transition” Error?

Usually, when users face the issue of a slide not transitioning, there are two main issues that you need to check.

You either have a “ Custom Slide Show ” selected or the “ On mouse click ” option is not turned on for your presentation.

Both of these issues and their easy fixes are explained below.

Issue-1: Check your custom slide show feature

Sometimes, users set up their custom slide show feature but only add the first slide and close the process before selecting the rest of the slides.

This may cause your presentation to only display the selected slide and not the rest of the presentation while in presentation mode. Follow the steps described below to get around this issue.

Step-1: Select the Custom Shows option

After you have entered the “ Slide Show ” tab from the ribbon of your PowerPoint presentation, click on the “ Custom Shows ” option.

The “ Custom Shows ” option is located in the drop-down menu of the “ Start Slide Show ” button in the “ Slide Show ” tab of your PowerPoint presentation.

Step-2: Make sure the right slides are in the pop-up window

After you click on the “ Custom Show ” button a pop-up window will appear on your screen. If you don’t want to use the “ Custom Slide Show ” feature, then make sure to remove all the slides in the pop-up window.

However, to use this feature, you have to add all the slides that you want to include in the presentation and not just one slide. After that, your slides will transition accordingly.

Issue-2: The “On Mouse Click” feature is turned off

Sometimes, the reason why users are unable to transition from one slide to another is that the feature which allows users to change slides using the mouse is turned off.

The whole process of fixing this issue is given below.

To get started on fixing the issue, at first you have to select any slide from your PowerPoint presentation and go to the “ Transitions ” tab from the ribbon section as described earlier in this article.

Step-2: Checkmark the “On Mouse Click” option

The first step of fixing this issue is to go to the “ Transitions ” tab from the ribbon and then clicking on the check box located right before the “ On Mouse Click ” option in the “ Advance Slide ” feature of the “ Timing ” section.

Step-3: Click on the “Apply to all” button

After you have turned on the “ On Mouse Click ” option, simply click on the “ Apply to all ” button, which is located at the bottom left corner of the “ Timing ” section in the “ Transitions ” tab.

This will turn on the “ On Mouse Click ” feature for all the slides in your PowerPoint presentation. After that, you will be able to transition from one slide to another normally.

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Add, change, or remove transitions between slides

A slide transition is the visual effect that occurs when you move from one slide to the next during a presentation. You can control the speed, add sound, and customize the look of transition effects.

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Add slide transitions to bring your presentation to life

Select the slide you want to add a transition to.

Select the Transitions tab and choose a transition. Select a transition to see a preview.

Select Effect Options to choose the direction and nature of the transition.

Select Preview to see what the transition looks like.

Select Apply To All to add the transition to the entire presentation.

Remove a transition

A transition determines how a slide enters, and how the previous slide exits. So if (for example) you didn't want a transition effect between slides 2 and 3, you would remove the transition from slide 3 .

Select the slide that has the transition you want to remove.

On the Transitions tab, in the Transitions gallery, select None .

If you want to remove all transitions from the presentation, after you select None , select Apply to All .

Change a transition

Only one transition effect can be applied to a slide at a time. So if a slide already has a transition effect applied to it, you can change to a different effect by going to the Transitions tab and simply selecting the effect you prefer.

If you want to change an existing effect by modifying the timing or direction of it, you can that by using the options on the Transitions tab of the ribbon, at the far end:

Select the slide that has the transition you want to modify.

On the Transitions tab, select Effect Options , then choose an option from the menu that appears.

In the Timing group on the Transitions tab, you can change the duration of the effect. You can also specify whether the effect takes place after a mouse click or after a certain amount of time passes. There are also options for adding a sound to the transition effect or applying the transition to all slides in the slide show.

Set the timing and speed of a transition

Video: Add a sound effect to a transition

Use the Morph transition in PowerPoint (only in Microsoft 365 or PowerPoint 2019/2021)

The difference between animations and transitions

Add a transition to a slide

In the Thumbnail Pane, click the slide that you want to apply a transition to. The transition setting determines how a slide enters, and how the one before it exits. In the example below, applying a Fade transition to slide 3 means that slide 2 fades out, and slide 3 fades in.

Select the slide you want to add a transition to in the Thumbnail pane

On the Transitions tab, find the effect that you want in the Transition gallery. Click the down arrow to see the entire gallery. Click the effect that you want for that slide and to see a preview.

Click Transitions > Effect Options to change how the transition occurs – for example, what direction the slide enters from.

Enter a time at Duration to set how fast the transition goes. Set the number higher to make the transition go slower.

Click Preview to see what the transition looks like with all the settings.

Click the slide with the transition you want to remove. Then on the Transitions tab, in the Transitions gallery, click None .

Remember that a transition determines how a slide enters, and how the previous slide exits. So if (for example) you don't want slide 2 to have an exit effect, you must remove the transition from slide 3.

A shooting star icon shows that a slide has a transition effect applied

Use the Morph transition in PowerPoint

Record your slide show

Add or change a slide transition

In the Thumbnail Pane, select the slide where you want to apply or change a transition. The transition will begin on the preceding slide and conclude on the slide you select.

Shows Slide Pane with third slide selected in PowerPoint

On the Transitions tab, find the effect that you want in the Transition gallery.

Click Effect Options to specify how the transition occurs.

To set how fast the transition goes, enter a time in the Duration box on the ribbon. Set the number higher to make the transition go slower. For more about transition timing, see Set the speed and timing of transitions .

If you want all slides in the presentation to transition the same way, click Apply To All .

(This button starts the slide show at the currently selected slide, rather than beginning the slide show from the start of the presentation.)

Remember that a transition applies to a slide’s entrance, not how it exits. So if you want to remove the exit effects for slide 2, for example, remove the transition from slide 3.

Click the slide that you want to have no transition. Then, on the Transitions tab, in the Transitions gallery, click None .

The Transitions tab on the Ribbon in PowerPoint.

In our example, if slide 3 has no transition, it appears instantly as slide 2 disappears.

If you want to remove the transitions from all slides, click Apply to All on the ribbon after clicking None .

On the Transitions tab, select Options , then choose an option from the menu that appears.

You can also change the duration of the effect. The timing is measured in seconds.

Add an animation effect on a slide

If you're looking for information about how to add animation to text elements or objects within one slide, see Animate text or objects .

Add a transition

Open your presentation.

On your Android tablet, tap the Transitions tab.

Tap the down arrow to expand the Transition Effects . You will see a gallery of transition effects grouped into Subtle , Exciting , and Dynamic categories.

Choose a transition; for example, tap Morph to have one slide gradually turn into the next slide.

Tap Effect Options to choose the direction of the transition.

(Optional) Tap Apply to All to apply the same transition to all slides in the presentation.

Expand Transition Effects .

On your iPad, tap the Transitions tab.

Tap Transition Effect . You will see a gallery of transition effects grouped into Subtle and Exciting categories.

Tap Effect Options to choose an effect. (These options will vary depending on the transition you choose.)

Tap Transition Effect .

Tap the Transitions tab.

Tap Preview to see the effect applied to your slide.

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How to use PowerPoint transitions to improve presentations

Your slide show presentation already contains compelling information. However, the finishing touch, the added flair, is the use of transitions.

Even the most confident communicator needs a little help sometimes. PowerPoint is the program to use in order to capture details in a presentation format. Taking advantage of the slide transition options in PowerPoint will develop a flow that helps to keep your audience engaged without distraction. Here's how to get started with transitions.

Managing slide transitions

Morph transitions

Managing powerpoint slide transitions.

Some may confuse transition and animation effects in PowerPoint. Animation effects in PowerPoint are only applied to objects within the slide whereas transitions are applied to the slide itself. This means that you can have one slide transition effect while the slide can contain multiple animation effects.

How to add a slide transition

To add a PowerPoint transition:

Click on the slide that is the endpoint of the transition process.
Click on the Transitions tab in the navigation ribbon.
In the Transition gallery, click on the More (...) button to view the entire gallery.
Click on a transition to preview the animation effect.

You will notice that a star icon has been placed next to the slide thumbnail on the left side of the window. This indicates that a transition has been applied. Next to the Transitions gallery, you will also see an Effects Icon command.

If you choose to display all transitions in the gallery, you will see that they are grouped into one of three categories:

Subtle: This group contains the simplest transition effects. They typically make use of basic motion or animation.
Exciting: The transitions in this group are more involved than in Subtle. The animations within are typically longer and more complex in nature.
Dynamic Content: This group provides transitions of a different manner. The animation is applied to the content of the slide, not the background. By using the same background, you can visually link content. Dynamic transitions also work in reverse, if you need to switch back to the previous slide.

How to remove a PowerPoint transition

To delete a transition:

Click on the slide marked with a star.
Click on the Transitions tab in the ribbon.
Select None from the Transitions gallery.

If you want to remove transitions from all slide simultaneously, all slides must be selected before selecting None from the transitions gallery. The easiest way to do this is to use the CTRL + A keyboard shortcut to select all.

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How to modify a PowerPoint transition

To edit transitions:

Select a transition from the gallery.
Locate the Timing group.
Select a sound clip from the Sound drop-down list.
Specify the duration of the transition animation. Choose between 0.01 and 59 seconds. (Values increase in 0.25-second increments.)
Choose to advance to the next slide manually (by mouse) or after a specific time has elapsed. This can be increased or decreased in one-second intervals.
Select Apply To All to create a uniform transition pattern for all slides in the presentation.

Depending on the transitions style that you have chosen, you can also modify the direction in which they move to and from.

If you have an Office 365 account, your organization may have another transition option for you to try. While Morph may seem like an animation nestled within a presentation, it is, in fact, a transition that could increase fluidity between slides. Essentially, you want to make sure that the two slides involved in the transition have at least one comment element, be it an image, title or graph.

How to apply PowerPoint Morph transitions

To add a Morph transition:

Access the Transition gallery in the Transition tab.
Select Morph from the Transition Effects group.
Click the Effect Options next to the Transition Gallery.
Select the elements you want to work with. (Choose from Objects , Words or Characters .)
Click Preview to review the Morph transition.

Morph is a handy feature for providing clean animated transitions without having to dip into potentially complex animation components themselves. Here are some examples of what you can accomplish with the Morph command.

How to apply animation-style PowerPoint effects to words

To apply animated word transitions:

Enter text on a slide.
Duplicate the slide and text onto another slide.
Click and hold on the text box of the duplicate slide.
Use your mouse or trackpad to move the text to its end position.
Apply any additional alterations to the text such as font size, color or style.
Click the Transitions tab in the ribbon.
Select Morph from the Transition gallery.
Click Effect Options .
Select Words from the drop-down list.
Click Preview to review the results.

How to apply animated PowerPoint transitions to images

To add an animated image transition:

Insert an image onto a slide.
Duplicate the slide and its contents onto the next slide.
Apply changes to the image on the duplicate slide. You can drag the corners of the picture to resize, alter the shape or move to another position on the slide.
Click on the Transitions tab.
Select Morph from the transitions gallery.
Click Preview to review.

If you are sharing a presentation containing geographical data, you could use Morph to zoom in on specific locations on a map. Combine this with text transitions and you can create a powerful message without having to use the Animations tab.

How to view transitions in a PowerPoint slideshow

Once your transitions have been applied to the slideshow, you may want to run the presentation to get a sense of the audience experience. You can set up the Slide Show to play at the optimal pace. Your best bet would be to set up the Slide Show to progress automatically.

To change the Slide Show settings:

Click on Slide Show on the navigation ribbon
Click Set Up Slide Show in the Set Up group.
Locate the Advance Slide section.
Select the Using timings, if present option.

If you set up specific times under Transitions > Timing , you can then sit back and analyze your slide show to see how effective your transitions are. It is important to point out that transitions should compliment the content you are presenting, not distract from it. For a more professional presentation, you should stick with Subtle or Dynamic transitions, as Exciting offers a more fun and casual approach to transitions.

Wrapping up

Content will always be the key component of a fantastic PowerPoint presentation. Transitions are an elegant way to help you and your audience move from slide to slide, without an abrupt visual interruption.

Do you use transitions with your slides? Do you ever use Exciting transitions? Let us know in the comments.

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Creating Stunning Slide Transitions and Animations in PowerPoint

Introduction.

In this blog, we will explore the world of slide transitions and animations in PowerPoint. We will showcase the range of effects available and provide you with guidance on how to strategically use them to engage and captivate your audience. At Slide Marvels, we believe that well-executed slide transitions and animations can elevate your presentations to a whole new level of impact and professionalism.

The Power of Slide Transitions

Enhancing content with animation, timing and duration, customizing and fine-tuning effects, balancing visual appeal and professionalism, practice and rehearsal.

Slide transitions in PowerPoint have the power to elevate presentations by adding visual appeal, emphasis, and engagement. When used thoughtfully, they can create a smooth flow between slides, guide the audience’s attention, and enhance storytelling. With various effects like fades, splits, and zooms, presenters can highlight comparisons, symbolize concepts, and maintain a rhythm that captivates the audience.

Visually appealing transitions, like “ fade-in ,” gradually unveil information, building anticipation and preventing distractions. By contrasting content with “ split ” transitions, complex ideas become clearer. Proper timing ensures a steady pace and maintains audience focus, while smooth transitions exude professionalism and credibility.

Moreover, slide transitions offer creative opportunities, with visual metaphors like “ dissolve ” representing change and “ wipe ” indicating a fresh start. Interactive transitions, such as “ fly-in ,” encourage audience participation, keeping them engaged.

However, moderation is key. Overusing flashy transitions can distract and hinder accessibility for certain audience members. Striking a balance ensures all participants can enjoy the presentation.

In collaborative settings, transitions facilitate seamless handovers between presenters and topic changes, preventing interruptions. Additionally, well-implemented transitions can prevent monotony, keeping the audience attentive and interested.

Animation in PowerPoint refers to the dynamic movement of text, images, shapes, and other elements within a presentation. It allows presenters to add visual effects, transitions, and interactive elements to their slides, making the presentation more engaging and compelling for the audience. PowerPoint offers a wide range of animation features that can be applied to individual elements or entire slides, each serving a specific purpose in enhancing the overall content and delivery.

Types of Animations in PowerPoint

Entrance Animations: These animations control how elements appear on the slide. Common entrance animations include “ fade-in ,” “ fly-in ,” and “ zoom ,” which gradually reveal content, adding a sense of anticipation and drawing the audience’s attention.

Exit Animations: Exit animations determine how elements disappear from the slide. They are useful for removing content after it has been presented, ensuring a clear and concise flow of information.

Emphasis Animations: Emphasis animations enable presenters to add effects like “ bold flash ” or “ pulse ” to highlight specific elements. These animations draw attention to essential points and make the content stand out.

Motion Path Animations: Motion path animations allow presenters to define a custom path for an element to follow on the slide. This type of animation is particularly useful for showing processes, movements, or guiding the audience’s focus.

Transition Animations: Transition animations control the movement between slides. Options include “ fade ,” “ slide ,” and “ cut ,” providing a seamless transition from one slide to the next.

Animation in PowerPoint refers to the dynamic movement of text, images, shapes, and other elements within a presentation. It allows presenters to add visual effects, transitions, and interactive elements to their slides, making the presentation more engaging and compelling for the audience.

How Animation Works in PowerPoint

To apply animations in PowerPoint, follow these steps:

Select an Element: Click on the element (text box, image, shape, etc.) you want to animate. You can also select multiple elements if you want them to animate together.
Access the Animation Pane: Go to the “Animations” tab on the PowerPoint ribbon and click “Animation Pane.” The Animation Pane will appear on the right side of the screen, displaying a list of animations applied to the slide elements.
Choose an Animation: From the “Animations” tab, select the desired animation from the available options. PowerPoint provides various animations categorized by entrance, exit, emphasis, and motion path.
Adjust Animation Settings: Customize the animation by clicking on the animation entry in the Animation Pane. You can adjust the duration, delay, and trigger settings to control when and how the animation occurs.
Preview Animations: Before finalizing the animation, use the “Preview” feature to see how it will look during the presentation. This helps in fine-tuning the animations to ensure they align with the presenter’s goals.
Add Slide Transitions: For slide transitions, go to the “Transitions” tab and select the preferred transition effect. Adjust the transition settings, such as timing and sound, to suit the presentation style.
Apply to Multiple Slides: If desired, apply the same animation or transition to multiple slides by selecting the slides in the “Slide Sorter” view, and then applying the desired effect.
Play the Presentation: Save your work and run the presentation to see the animations and transitions in action. During the presentation, click or use arrow keys to advance the slides and trigger animations.

Tips for Effective Use of Animation

Use animation sparingly and purposefully to avoid overwhelming the audience.
Align animations with the presentation’s content and tone.
Practice the presentation with animations to ensure a smooth and professional delivery.
Avoid distracting or excessive animation effects that may divert attention from the core message.
Consider the audience’s preferences and accessibility requirements when using animations.

Timing is crucial in PowerPoint presentations, influencing their impact. Setting the right timing for slide transitions and animations ensures a seamless delivery that engages the audience. Synchronizing animations with your speaking pace creates coherence and connection with listeners. Strategic timing emphasizes key moments, directing attention to essential information. Using entrance animations for critical stats or quotes makes the content more memorable. Employing exit animations for non-essential elements keeps slides clean and focused. A natural flow is achieved through smooth transitions and coordinated animations, guiding the audience logically.

iming is crucial in PowerPoint presentations, influencing their impact. Setting the right timing for slide transitions and animations ensures a seamless delivery that engages the audience. Synchronizing animations with your speaking pace creates coherence and connection with listeners.

Well-timed presentations help the audience comprehend and retain information better, enhancing overall effectiveness. Mastering timing elevates your communication skills and makes you a more compelling presenter. In conclusion, understanding timing in PowerPoint leads to polished and engaging deliveries, leaving a lasting impression on your audience.

PowerPoint offers a plethora of animation and transition effects to enhance presentations and captivate audiences. However, merely applying default effects may not always align with the unique requirements of your content or the desired presentation style. To create truly impactful presentations, it is essential to customize and fine-tune these effects. In this article, we will explore how to customize animations and transitions in PowerPoint, providing you with the tools to create engaging and personalized presentations that effectively convey your message.

Customizing Animations:

Effect Options: After applying an animation to an element, you can access the “Effect Options” menu to customize its behavior. This feature allows you to control the direction, duration, and delay of the animation, tailoring it to match your presentation’s flow.

Animation Pane: The Animation Pane is a powerful tool that displays all animations applied to the slide. By selecting an animation entry in the pane, you can fine-tune its settings, reorder animations, and manage their timing with precision.

Customizing the start and end of animations with "smooth start" and "smooth end" effects creates a more polished appearance. It prevents animations from abruptly appearing or disappearing, contributing to a professional and seamless delivery.

Trigger Animations: Trigger animations allow you to link an animation’s start to a specific action, such as clicking on an object or reaching a certain slide. This enables interactive presentations and gives you more control over when animations play.

Smooth Start and End: Customizing the start and end of animations with “smooth start” and “smooth end” effects creates a more polished appearance. It prevents animations from abruptly appearing or disappearing, contributing to a professional and seamless delivery.

Motion Paths: When using motion path animations, you can adjust the path’s shape, direction, and duration. Experiment with different paths to find the one that best complements the movement you want to depict.

Fine-tuning Transitions:

Transitions Gallery: PowerPoint provides an array of transition effects in the Transitions tab. You can explore various transitions, such as fades, blinds, and pushes, to find the most suitable one for your presentation’s tone.

Duration and Sound: For each transition, you can set the duration, defining how long the transition takes to complete. Additionally, you can add sound effects to transitions, further enhancing the audience’s experience.

Advance Slide Options: In the Transitions tab, you can fine-tune how slides advance, choosing between manual control (clicking to advance) or automatic timing. Adjusting the timing ensures a smooth flow and synchronizes with your narration.

While slide transitions and animations can add visual appeal, it’s important to strike a balance between creativity and professionalism. We’ll discuss best practices for using effects tastefully, avoiding excessive or distracting animations, and ensuring that your presentation maintains a polished and cohesive look.

Incorporating slide transitions and animations requires practice and rehearsal. We’ll provide tips on rehearsing your presentation to ensure that your timing is flawless and your transitions and animations enhance rather than detract from your message. With proper preparation, you can confidently deliver a visually captivating and well-timed presentation.

Consistency: Maintain a consistent style and timing throughout your presentation to avoid distracting the audience.

Subtlety: Use animations and transitions sparingly and subtly to enhance the presentation without overpowering the content.

Relevance: Ensure that every effect serves a purpose and aligns with your presentation’s message and theme.

Practice: Rehearse your presentation with customized effects to ensure a seamless and confident delivery.

Audience Consideration: Tailor your effects with your audience in mind, considering their preferences and accessibility needs.

Conclusion:

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Is your PowerPoint presentation boring? Spice it up by adding transitions between your slides! Slide transitions are effects that happen when you move from one slide to the next during a presentation and can make your presentation a little more interesting. This wikiHow article shows you how to add transitions to PowerPoint on your PC or Mac, and using the mobile app using an Android, iPhone, or iPad.

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Add a transition from one slide to another by selecting an option from the "Transition" tab.
Click or tap "Apply to all" if you want that transition to appear on every slide throughout your presentation.
If you don't apply a single transition to all your slides, you can use different ones on each slide.

Step 1 Open your presentation in PowerPoint.

Click a transition to see a preview of it.
For example, if you have slide 3 picked and choose a "Fade" transition, slide 2 will fade out to reveal slide 3.

Step 4 Select your effect options (if available).

There is also "Sound" so you can set a specific sound to that transition and "Duration" so you can adjust how long the transition effects last.

If you want to remove a transition, click None under the Transitions tab. Repeat this and click Apply to all to remove all the transitions in your presentation. [1] X Trustworthy Source Microsoft Support Technical support and product information from Microsoft. Go to source
Slides that have a transition display a star icon in the slide panel.

This method works for Android, iPhone, and iPad.

If you're using a phone, tap the "Edit" icon (it looks like an "A" next to a pencil) at the top of your screen, then tap Home and Transitions .

If you want to remove a transition, tap None under the Transitions tab. Repeat this and tap Apply to all to remove all the transitions in your presentation. [2] X Trustworthy Source Microsoft Support Technical support and product information from Microsoft. Go to source

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