1. By, Dylan
Hoffman

2. Font and Text

Large block text (put big font for your text)
allows for everyone to
see—at least size 18 to 24
 font: Any font or text capable to read
Use
clearly.

ALL CAPS Acceptable
 exclamation points or questions marks
No

3. Clip Art and
Graphics
Should balance
the slide.
Should enhance
and complement
the text, not
overwhelm.
No more than two
graphics per slide.

4. Format/Template

Color combination that is easy to read. The
intensity of colors can differ depending on the
computer, the projector and/or the room.
Please practice your presentation in the
boardroom
(see below for practice information).

Limit graphics to 1-3 per page

Board Presentations are converted to a PDF
file
o Transitions, bells & whistles are not available
in pdf format

Proofread, spell check and practice (please
see below for practice times and arrangements)

5. Colors
Dark Blue to project a stable, mature
message - has a calming effect
Red or Orange or to trigger excitement
or an emotional response
Green to make audience comfortable
Yellow to get audience attention quickly
(more so than any other color)
Gray to promote the idea of "quality"
White to project honesty/sincerity
Black is not appealing to most viewers

6. Background


Avoid backgrounds that are
distracting or difficult to read
from
Always be consistent with the
background that you use

7. Site I used
www.alamo.edu/.../PowerPoint%20Prese
ntations%20Guidelines%202013..
www.cis.hawaii.edu/GraphicsHome/.../SBSlide
Tips/powerpoint.html
www.iasted.org/conferences/formatting/present
ations-tips.ppt