To advance or move through your slides during a presentation, you primarily use the arrow keys or presentation controls. Here's a breakdown of common methods:
Keyboard
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Arrow Keys: The most common method.
- Right Arrow Key: Advances to the next slide.
- Left Arrow Key: Returns to the previous slide.
- Up/Down Arrow Keys: May also work for next/previous, depending on the presentation software.
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Spacebar: Usually advances to the next slide, similar to the right arrow key.
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Page Up/Page Down: Can be used to navigate through slides, offering another alternative to the arrow keys.
Presentation Software Controls
Most presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint, Google Slides, Keynote) provides on-screen controls during the slideshow mode. These are usually found at the bottom or sides of the screen when you move your mouse.
- Arrow Buttons: These are typically forward and backward arrows that you can click to navigate between slides.
Presenter View
Many presentation programs offer a "Presenter View" which displays the current slide, the next slide, speaker notes, and navigation controls on your screen (while the audience only sees the current slide). This often includes prominent arrow buttons for easy slide advancement.
Remote Clicker
A remote clicker (also known as a presentation remote) is a small device that allows you to control your presentation wirelessly. These usually have buttons for:
- Next Slide: Advances to the next slide.
- Previous Slide: Returns to the previous slide.
- Laser Pointer (optional): Used to highlight specific areas of the current slide.
Other Methods
- Touchscreen: If you are presenting on a touchscreen device, you can often swipe left or right to navigate between slides.
- Voice Control: Some presentation software offers voice control features that allow you to change slides using voice commands.
To exit full-screen presentation mode, press the Esc key on your keyboard.
