Document Design

What makes a good presentation? Here are a few tips that I've researched on.


1.  Fancy fonts

• avoid using fancy fonts.
• use standard letters or fonts such as Arial or Times New Roman.
• make sure it's easy to read (Marquez, 2010).

2.  Title

• use a bold, easy to read title on each slides (Marquez, 2010).
• to make sure people are in the same track with you while presenting.

3.  Background

• make sure there is a color contrast between the words and the background. If use light-coloured background, words written should be in dark colors. If use dark background, words written should be in light colors (Russell, 2010)
• Russell also states that presentation will be effective if keep the background consistence.
• Do not let written sentences unclear, state Marquez (2010).

4.  Graphics, charts and photos

• helps while explaining to the audiences.
• it attract more attention comparing to words and it helps to understand easily (Marquez, 2010)

5.  Key words

• use key phrases in slides and include important information only.
• limit the number of words in one slide. Try not to use more than three bullets in a slide (Russell, 2010).
• Marquez states that presenter have to make sure all their slides are related, do not go out of topic.

6.  Vocal

• presenter have to speak clearly, make sure they have good control of pronunciation and flow of words. Practice makes all these factors perfect.

7.  Capital letters

• avoid the uses of capital letters, it shows the impression of "shouting" towards the audience  (Russell, 2010).
• Highlight the words with different colors instead of capitalizing it.

8.  Transition and animation

• avoid using to much of animation and transition in a slide. Excessive usage will distract the audience from listening to the presenter.
• keep the transition consistent, apply the same transition in all slides (Russell, 2010).

References  :

• Russell, W 2010, 10 Tips for Creating Successful Business Presentation, online, retrieved 28th September 2010, from http://presentationsoft.about.com/od/powerpointinbusiness/tp/bus_pres_tips.htm
• Marquez, Z 2010, How to Make a Good PowerPoint Presentation, online, retrieved 28th September 2010, from http://ezinearticles.com/?How-to-Make-a-Good-PowerPoint-Presentation&id=4313178