Be able to move or delete a slide

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ICT 0417 - Presentations - Move or Delete Slides

ICT 0417 - Presentations

Objective: Move or Delete Slides

This section explains how to move or delete slides within a presentation software application. These are fundamental skills for organizing and refining your presentation content.

Moving Slides

Moving slides involves changing the order in which they appear in your presentation. This is useful for logical flow and narrative structure.

  1. Identify the Slides: In the slide sorter view (often accessed via a dedicated button or menu option), you'll see thumbnails of all your slides.

  2. Select the Slide: Click on the thumbnail of the slide you want to move.

  3. Drag and Drop: Click and hold the selected slide's thumbnail and drag it to the desired position in the sequence. A visual indicator (like a highlighted area) will usually show where the slide will be placed.

  4. Release the Mouse: Release the mouse button to finalize the slide's new position.

Alternative Methods: Some presentation software may offer alternative methods for moving slides, such as using up/down arrow buttons or a context menu (right-click) option.

Deleting Slides

Deleting slides removes them permanently from your presentation. Be careful when deleting slides, as this action is usually irreversible (unless you have a backup).

  1. Identify the Slide: In the slide sorter view, locate the slide you want to delete.

  2. Select the Slide: Click on the thumbnail of the slide you want to delete.

  3. Delete Option: Look for a 'Delete' button or a corresponding option in the menu (e.g., right-click context menu). This is often represented by a trash can icon.

  4. Confirm Deletion: You may be prompted to confirm the deletion. Click 'Yes' or 'Delete' to proceed.

Undo Function: Most presentation software includes an 'Undo' function (usually found in the Edit menu or via Ctrl+Z / Cmd+Z) that allows you to revert accidental deletions.

Action Description Software Example
Move Slide Changes the order of slides in the presentation. Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, Apple Keynote
Delete Slide Removes a slide permanently from the presentation. Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, Apple Keynote

Important Considerations:

  • Always save your presentation frequently to avoid losing work.
  • Consider using the 'Undo' function if you make a mistake.
  • Think carefully before deleting slides, as this can affect the overall structure of your presentation.