PPT Plus – Help – Pero Software

Product Help for PPT PLUS

PPT Plus is a user-friendly presentation software based on the latest LibreOffice code, offering a comprehensive set of tools for creating, editing, and enhancing presentations. With features like customizable slide layouts, advanced animations, and seamless integration of multimedia elements, PPT Plus is designed to elevate your presentation experience. Its intuitive interface and powerful functionalities make it ideal for both novice and experienced users.

1: Creating and Managing Presentations

Creating a New Presentation

Go to “File” > “New” > “Presentation”.
Select a template or start with a blank presentation.
Click “Create” to open the new presentation.

Opening an Existing Presentation

Select “File” > “Open”.
Browse to the location of the presentation file.
Select the file and click “Open”.

Saving and Closing Presentations

Click the “Save” icon in the toolbar or go to “File” > “Save”.
For the first save, choose a location and enter a file name, then click “Save”.
To close a presentation, go to “File” > “Close”.
If there are unsaved changes, you will be prompted to save them.

2. Working with Slides

Adding and Deleting Slides

To add a slide, go to “Insert” > “Slide” or click the “New Slide” button in the toolbar.
To delete a slide, select the slide in the slide pane, then press “Delete” or right-click and choose “Delete Slide”.

Rearranging Slides

Click and drag a slide in the slide pane to move it to a new position.
Alternatively, use “Cut” and “Paste” commands to move slides.

Applying Slide Layouts

Select the slide you want to change in the slide pane.
Go to “Format” > “Slide Layout” and choose a layout from the available options.

3. Formatting Slides

Backgrounds and Themes

To change the slide background, go to “Format” > “Slide Background”.
Choose a color, gradient, or image, then click “OK”.
To apply a theme, go to “Format” > “Slide Design” and select a theme.

Slide Transitions

Select the slide you want to apply a transition to.
Go to “Slide Show” > “Slide Transition”.
Choose a transition effect and adjust the settings as needed.

Animations

Select the object you want to animate.
Go to “Slide Show” > “Custom Animation”.
Add an animation effect and customize the settings.

4. Adding Content to Slides

Inserting Text Boxes

Go to “Insert” > “Text Box”.
Click and drag to draw the text box on the slide.
Type your text into the text box.

Adding Images and Media

Go to “Insert” > “Image” or “Insert” > “Media”.
Select the file from your computer and click “Open”.
Resize and position the image or media as needed.

Inserting Charts and Tables

Go to “Insert” > “Chart” or “Insert” > “Table”.
Follow the prompts to insert and customize the chart or table.

Using Shapes and Drawing Tools

Go to “Insert” > “Shape” and select a shape from the list.
Click and drag to draw the shape on the slide.
Use the drawing tools in the toolbar to customize the shape.

5. Working with Master Slides

Creating and Editing Master Slides

Go to “View” > “Master” > “Slide Master”.
Edit the master slide layout, background, and styles as needed.
Close the Master Slide view by clicking “Close Master View” in the toolbar.

Applying Master Slides to Your Presentation

Go to “View” > “Master” > “Slide Master”.
Select the master slide you want to apply.
Click “Close Master View” to return to the normal slide view.

6. Advanced Features

Using Slide Show Mode

Go to “Slide Show” > “Start from First Slide” or press F5.
Use the arrow keys or mouse to navigate through the slides.
Press “Esc” to exit the slide show mode.

Speaker Notes and Handouts

To add speaker notes, go to “View” > “Notes” and type your notes in the notes pane.
To create handouts, go to “File” > “Print” and select “Handouts” from the print options.

Custom Slide Shows

Go to “Slide Show” > “Custom Slide Show”.
Click “New” to create a custom slide show.
Select the slides you want to include and click “OK”.

Exporting and Printing Presentations

To export a presentation, go to “File” > “Export” and choose the desired format (e.g., PDF, PNG).
To print a presentation, go to “File” > “Print” and adjust the print settings.

7. Troubleshooting and FAQs

Common Issues and Solutions

Problem: Presentation won’t open.
- Solution: Ensure the file format is supported and the file is not corrupted. Try opening it with a different application to check.
Problem: Animations not working correctly.
- Solution: Check the animation settings and ensure they are applied correctly. Try previewing the slide show to see the animations in action.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I recover an unsaved presentation?
- A: Check the AutoRecovery feature in “Tools” > “Options” > “Load/Save” > “General”. If enabled, check the recovery folder specified.
Q: How can I improve performance with large presentations?
- A: Increase memory allocation in “Tools” > “Options” > “Memory”. Also, consider breaking the presentation into smaller files.