Creating a presentation that stands out is no small task. So, if you’re new to Microsoft PowerPoint, you’ll need to familiarize yourself with the features and tools you need to build a presentation.

In PowerPoint 2007 -- and PowerPoint 2010 -- the animation effects are all located on the Animation tab in the Office ribbon. To make text fly in, you simply need to select the text and choose "Fly In ...

PowerPoint slideshows are used primarily by businesses to present information to those viewing them. Adding a text box enables viewers watching the presentation over a computer with an attached ...

PowerPoint doesn't offer a built-in setting for transparent text, but that doesn't mean it can't be done. And you might be surprised just how easy it is to achieve. Transparent text exposes a pattern ...