{"id":44068,"date":"2024-01-08T15:56:22","date_gmt":"2024-01-08T15:56:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/?p=44068"},"modified":"2026-01-23T12:25:40","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T12:25:40","slug":"powerpoint-presenter-view-complete-tutorial","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/en\/powerpoint-presenter-view-complete-tutorial\/","title":{"rendered":"PowerPoint Presenter View: Complete Tutorial"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"894\" height=\"674\" data-id=\"44115\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_Featured-Image.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-44115\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_Featured-Image.jpg 894w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_Featured-Image-300x226.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_Featured-Image-768x579.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_Featured-Image-180x135.jpg 180w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_Featured-Image-600x452.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 894px) 100vw, 894px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"#Download-PDF\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"894\" height=\"674\" data-id=\"147326\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BLOG-Banner_PDF-Download-copy-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-147326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BLOG-Banner_PDF-Download-copy-1.webp 894w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BLOG-Banner_PDF-Download-copy-1-300x226.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BLOG-Banner_PDF-Download-copy-1-768x579.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BLOG-Banner_PDF-Download-copy-1-180x135.webp 180w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/BLOG-Banner_PDF-Download-copy-1-600x452.webp 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 894px) 100vw, 894px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating an effective presentation can be a challenge. Despite the time spent preparing, the fear of public speaking or worry about forgetting important content can compromise its success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>PowerPoint&#8217;s Presenter View is the solution!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you know what I&#8217;m talking about?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s a feature, often underestimated, that allows you to confidently manage the flow of the presentation, anticipate the next slides, and have your most important notes available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What does this mean?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It means that <strong>you can avoid the dreaded blackout effect<\/strong> (forgetting what to say) even under stress, and most importantly, eliminate the need to read from your slides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether online or offline, techniques for making the most of Presenter View can make a surprising difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Using it correctly will allow you to fully control the flow of the presentation<\/strong>, confidently handle every question, never lose track, and always make a great impression in front of your audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yet, despite its importance, it is a widely underestimated and underused feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Visualizzazione relatore di PowerPoint: tutorial completo\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oqufiBi9N5E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we&#8217;ll analyze in detail the Presenter View:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What it is and how it works<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why it&#8217;s essential for creating an effective presentation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How to set it up correctly even for online presentations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tips and practical examples for maximizing its use<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>After reading this complete guide, activating and mastering PowerPoint&#8217;s presenter view will have no more secrets for you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s not waste time, let&#8217;s get started right away, I can&#8217;t wait to show you the secrets of this powerful PowerPoint tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-powerpoint-s-presenter-view\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_is_powerpoints_presenter_view\"><\/span>What is PowerPoint&#8217;s Presenter View<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s start by understanding exactly what PowerPoint&#8217;s Presenter View is and how it works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Presenter View is a special view that appears when presenting a PowerPoint slideshow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What is a slideshow?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;m simply referring to when you project your slides in full screen. From now on, we&#8217;ll call the full-screen presentation a slideshow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Presenter View provides additional information and controls specifically designed to help you during a live presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I wonder how it can be so underused\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-main-features-of-presenter-view\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"main_features_of_presenter_view\"><\/span>Main features of Presenter View<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Current slide view:<\/strong> the main area in the top left shows the slide that the audience is viewing at that moment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-8d71c96d wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_1.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_1.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_1.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44069\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Next slide view:<\/strong> in the top right, you see a thumbnail of the next slide, which allows you to always know how to continue your talk.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-f2702eb3 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_2.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_2.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_2.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44071\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Personal notes:<\/strong> on the right, you can add notes and reminders visible only to you as the presenter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-2b6a5138 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_3.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_3.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_3.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_3.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44073\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The timer<\/strong> helps you stay on track during the presentation. You can set a time limit for each slide or the entire presentation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-e855863d wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_4.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_4.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_4.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_4.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44075\" width=\"1000\" height=\"551\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Highlighting options<\/strong> allow you to highlight specific parts of the slides during the presentation. This can be useful for drawing the audience&#8217;s attention to important points. Specifically, you can use tools like a laser pointer, pen, and highlighter (for the last two, you can even choose the color).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-7c968089 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_5-1024x579.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_5.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_5.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_5-1024x579.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44077\" width=\"1024\" height=\"579\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The magnifying glass <\/strong>option enables you to zoom in real-time on a part of the slide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-545195c4 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_6.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_6.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_6.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_6.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44079\" width=\"1000\" height=\"562\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Interesting, right? And think, this is just the beginning!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Indeed, there are many other tools that allow you to enrich your presentation dynamics in real time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Among all of them, however, I prefer only a few which, in my opinion, make a difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-benefits-of-presenter-view-in-powerpoint\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"benefits_of_presenter_view_in_powerpoint\"><\/span>Benefits of Presenter View in PowerPoint<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The presenter view is designed to provide you with more context and greater control during a live presentation compared to the classic slideshow mode. When used in combination with slides crafted by a <a class=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/en\/powerpoint-presentation-design-agency\/\">PowerPoint presentation design agency<\/a>, the result is a professional, persuasive and polished delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The benefits that this special view of PowerPoint can offer are numerous:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Managing stage fright<\/strong> &#8211; always knowing what the next slide is and having a guide with notes and reminders helps to better manage emotions and avoid awkward gaps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Controlling the presentation flow<\/strong> &#8211; you can quickly scroll through slides, jump to any point, and adapt to questions from your audience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Preparing in advance<\/strong> &#8211; by viewing the thumbnail of the next slide, you can better organize your comments and always be ahead, so you don\u2019t have to wait to project your slide to know what to say.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Showing relevant data <\/strong>&#8211; custom notes are perfect for reporting numbers, quotes, or key information you want to emphasize without having to memorize them. This keeps your slides cleaner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Responding to questions<\/strong> &#8211; by moving quickly in the presentation, you can immediately retrieve the right slide to answer an unexpected audience question.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>With that said, let&#8217;s finally get down to it&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s learn to use it for real!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-set-up-powerpoint-presenter-view-for-offline-presentations\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_to_set_up_powerpoint_presenter_view_for_offline_presentations\"><\/span>How to Set Up PowerPoint Presenter View for Offline Presentations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, let&#8217;s see how to activate and correctly configure the Presenter View in PowerPoint for both online and offline presentations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For live presentations like company speeches or conferences, you usually connect the PC to a projector, sharing the extended screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be careful because \u201cextended screen\u201d (or extended desktop mode) is the keyword!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow me, I&#8217;ll explain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this case, indeed, activating the presenter mode is very simple.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s what you need to do:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Connect the PC to the projector<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Use an HDMI or VGA cable to connect your laptop&#8217;s video output to the meeting room projector. Make sure to configure the screen in extended mode and not duplicate mode (WINDOWS + P).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-f9d1832e wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_7.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_7.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_7.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_7.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44081\" width=\"274\" height=\"278\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Start the presentation in PowerPoint<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>From within your presentation, click on \u201cSlideshow\u201d &gt; \u201cFrom Beginning\u201d to start the slideshow, or press F5.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Automatically, the Presenter View will open on your laptop, with the normal slideshow projected onto the screen in the room.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-a10aeeba wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_8.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_8.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_8.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_8.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44083\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One last important consideration is to place the laptop in the right spot:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-274a9a58 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_9.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_9.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_9.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_9.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44085\" width=\"300\" height=\"800\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Between you and the audience (not behind!)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Close to you, so you can easily glance at it and access the control tools (changing slides, zoom effect, etc.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not directly in front, to avoid distracting the audience&#8217;s attention<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This way, you can easily control the flow of the presentation and view the extra information of the Presenter View when needed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-set-up-powerpoint-presenter-view-for-online-presentations-e-g-on-teams-advanced-technique\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_to_set_up_powerpoint_presenter_view_for_online_presentations_eg_on_teams_%e2%80%93_advanced_technique\"><\/span>How to Set Up PowerPoint Presenter View for Online Presentations (e.g., on Teams) \u2013 Advanced Technique<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For online presentations, a slightly different procedure must be followed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Normally, when you share your screen on Zoom, Teams, or other video conferencing software, others would see exactly what you see on your screen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So how to separate the Presenter View from the normal slideshow?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The trick is to split PowerPoint into two separate windows and share only the slideshow (not the entire desktop). The two windows will be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One window with the classic slideshow view (i.e., the full-screen presentation)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Another window with the Presenter View (which is for you and not your audience)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Now you can share the first window with the online audience. To do this, the command to use in PowerPoint is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ALT + SHIFT+ F5<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Using only F5 would start the slideshow but you would miss the Presenter View.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s the step-by-step procedure:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><\/strong><strong>Start an online meeting on Teams<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-675331cc wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_10-1024x550.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_10.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_10.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_10-1024x550.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44087\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Start PowerPoint and activate Presenter View<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Open the PPT file of your presentation. Press <strong>ALT + SHIFT + F5<\/strong> to open the Presenter View in a separate window. Two overlapping windows will open:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The classic slideshow view<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The second with the presenter view<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-b936264e wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_11.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_11.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_11.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_11.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44090\" width=\"1000\" height=\"566\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><\/strong><strong>Share only the window with the slide view<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Return to Teams and share only the PowerPoint window containing the slideshow view (not the Presenter View!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-399b6172 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_12.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_12.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_12.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_12.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44092\" width=\"1000\" height=\"556\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This way, your audience will only see the slides, while you will also see the extra information to manage the presentation more effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-side-by-side-teams-and-presenter-view\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"side-by-side_teams_and_presenter_view\"><\/span>Side-by-Side Teams and Presenter View<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For online presentations, there&#8217;s an extra trick that I recommend for an even better experience. Indeed, the ideal setup (on one screen) would be 50% dedicated to Presenter View and 50% dedicated to the Teams room where you can keep an eye on the chat and see the participants throughout your presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-fe0d5019 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_13-1024x550.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_13.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_13.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_13-1024x550.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44094\" width=\"1024\" height=\"550\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>However, every time you advance the slides, you will notice that the slideshow will move to the front and Teams to the back. Therefore, it&#8217;s necessary to move the slideshow to a secondary virtual desktop so that it doesn&#8217;t interfere during the presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Doing so is very simple:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use the Windows + TAB combination and drag the slideshow to a secondary virtual desktop.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-d6a120e7 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_14.gif ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_14.gif 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_14.gif 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_14.gif\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44096\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lock the slide for viewers<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-integrated-presenter-view-in-microsoft-teams\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"integrated_presenter_view_in_microsoft_teams\"><\/span>Integrated Presenter View in Microsoft Teams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s also a version of the Presenter View integrated into Teams, which can be activated directly from PowerPoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Click on the \u201cPresent on Teams\u201d button at the top of PowerPoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-7b6599c2 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_15.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_15.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_15.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_15.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44098\" width=\"1000\" height=\"539\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>By activating this feature, you will start sharing the presentation directly on Teams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-8a7b2bc6 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_16.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_16.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_16.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_16.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44100\" width=\"1000\" height=\"622\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In this scenario, you&#8217;ll have complete control over the slide flow, access to your notes, and all the writing tools for immediate interaction during the presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, be aware that if you don&#8217;t lock the \u201cPreview\u201d mode, your audience can freely navigate through the presentation, advancing through the slides without your control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To ensure that everyone is viewing the slide you are projecting at all times, click on the \u201cPreview\u201d button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-8c648ce4 wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_17.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_17.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_17.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_17.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44102\" width=\"1000\" height=\"601\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-tips-and-examples-for-maximizing-the-use-of-presenter-view\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"tips_and_examples_for_maximizing_the_use_of_presenter_view\"><\/span>Tips and Examples for Maximizing the Use of Presenter View<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At this point, you should perfectly understand what PowerPoint&#8217;s Presenter View is and how to configure it for both online and offline presentations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, there are some best practices that will help you maximize the potential of this special mode. Here are my best tips and practical examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use Notes for Statistics, Quotes, or Important Data<\/strong>:<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The space for custom notes is excellent for including numbers, quotes, or significant data you want to emphasize during the presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, if you&#8217;re showing the positive trend of annual revenue, you can insert the exact figure in the notes, perhaps with a note like \u201crecord data!\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This way, when you reach that slide, you can emphasize that number without the fear of forgetting it or reporting it inaccurately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prepare Targeted Responses to Potential Questions:<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Presenter View allows you to navigate quickly to any part of the presentation. Use this feature to anticipate and prepare for potential questions your audience might ask.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, if you are presenting a new product, expect recurring questions like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>When will it be available exactly?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What is the expected price?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What are the main features?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You can think about these questions in advance and prepare a specific slide with the answer already in the notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This way, when someone actually asks the question, it will be easy and quick to show the slide with all the necessary details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Use the Laser to Draw Attention.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Presenter View includes a very useful laser pen tool to guide the audience&#8217;s attention to important elements during the presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s like having a remote control for a virtual pointer, allowing you to highlight graphs, tables, or diagrams at the right moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-image uagb-block-664e710a wp-block-uagb-image--layout-default wp-block-uagb-image--effect-static wp-block-uagb-image--align-none\"><figure class=\"wp-block-uagb-image__figure\"><img decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_18.webp ,https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_18.webp 780w, https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_18.webp 360w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 480px) 150px\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mauriziolacava.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/BLOG-PowerPoint-Presenter-View_18.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"uag-image-44104\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" title=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" role=\"img\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can underline a specific line&#8217;s growth on a chart as you discuss it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Circle a specific part of an image related to your speech.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emphasize a column with relevant data in a table.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Use the laser pen sparingly, only to draw the audience&#8217;s attention where truly necessary. 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