ICT 0417 - Presentations

1. Consistent Animation Effects on Text, Images, and Other Objects

This section focuses on applying consistent animation effects to enhance presentations. Consistency in animation is crucial for a professional and engaging presentation. It helps maintain a cohesive visual style and avoids distracting or jarring transitions.

1.1 Understanding Animation Effects

Animation effects add visual interest and can help guide the audience's attention. Common animation effects include:

• Fade: Gradually appears or disappears.
• Fly In: Moves in from a specified direction.
• Wipe: One slide pushes the previous one off the screen.
• Expand: Starts small and grows to its full size.
• Zoom: Zooms in or out.

1.2 Applying Animation Effects

Most presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint, Google Slides) provide tools to apply animation effects. The general steps are:

1. Select the text, image, or object you want to animate.
2. Go to the "Animations" tab (or equivalent in your software).
3. Choose an animation effect from the available options.
4. Adjust the animation settings (e.g., direction, speed, timing).
5. Consider using the "Animation Pane" to manage and sequence animations.

1.3 Maintaining Consistency

To ensure consistency, follow these guidelines:

• Choose a limited set of animation effects: Avoid using too many different effects, as this can be distracting. Select 2-3 effects that complement each other.
• Use consistent timing: Maintain a similar duration for each animation. Avoid some animations being significantly faster or slower than others.
• Apply effects to similar types of objects: For example, if you animate text with a fade effect, use the same fade effect for other text elements.
• Consider the overall tone of the presentation: Subtle animations are often more effective than flashy ones.

1.4 Example: Creating a Consistent Animation Sequence

Consider a slide with a title and a supporting image. A consistent animation sequence might be:

1. Title: Fade in (1 second)
2. Image: Fly in from the left (1.5 seconds)

1.5 Practice Exercise

Practice applying the same animation effects (e.g., fade in, fly in) to different elements on a slide. Experiment with different timings to see how they affect the overall presentation.

Animation Effect	Description	Best Use Case
Fade In	Gradually appears	Introducing key points or titles
Fly In	Moves in from a direction	Highlighting specific elements or adding visual interest
Wipe	Slides in, pushing previous content	Transitioning between slides
Expand	Starts small and grows	Revealing information gradually
Zoom	Zooms in or out	Emphasizing a particular detail