Special Edition Using Microsoft® PowerPoint® 2002

Understanding Animation

PowerPoint includes a multitude of animation options. You can use animation to change from one slide to another in your presentation or to introduce objects and text on a slide. You can also customize these basic animations in a variety of ways. Additional animation options include the capability to have action buttons or other objects perform a specific action in your presentation, such as opening a Web page on the Internet.

Like most of PowerPoint's capabilities, animation can be either very simple or detailed and complex. It all depends on how creative and sophisticated you want to make your presentation. Animation can definitely enliven any presentation, but as with any special effect, be careful not to overdo. Too ...