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Better charts and data visualisations in PowerPoint - Techniques to stand out when presenting data

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About Better charts and data visualisations in PowerPoint - Techniques to stand out when presenting data

Introduction

A simple but impactful bar chart

Moving beyond standard styles

Using graphics for a unique look

Pictorial charts in any shape

Pictorial stacked charts

Converting to shapes for full flexibility

Powerful pie charts

Enhancements and variations

A custom stacked 3D pie chart

Key data points

Another distinctive look

Creative use of the arc shape

Proportional area chart

Horizontal bar chart

Something more creative

Better line charts

Area chart options

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Summary

What You Will Learn?

  • Data visualization is very important in presentations because it turns the raw data into something that is simple to understand. .
  • PowerPoint graphs and charts are an excellent way to show information visually, allowing an audience to understand and focus on what you are saying. .
  • There are lots of types of graph in PowerPoint, so it's important to choose the type of graph that suits your data and simplify your graphs so the audience doesn't have to work hard to understand your message. .
  • In this course I will to show you how you can quickly make easy changes to charts to improve how you present your data with impact. We will look at bar charts, pie charts, pictorial charts, key data point charts and proportional area charts and in each example, show you how some simple changes can make your data stand out. In most examples we will keep the data 'live' in PowerPoint so it can be easily modified at any point, but I will also show you how you can convert charts into shapes to give you full flexibility on how you want the chart to look and take your design to the next level..
  • Drawing on over 20 years experience of creating slide presentations for 100s of companies, I will share knowledge and tips in this course that took me years to learn. At the end of this course you will have the knowledge to make more effective charts to present your message with more clarity and impact..
  • All of the examples are included for download in the 'Resources' section. .
  • I hope you enjoy the class and please get in touch if you have any questions or suggestions. Thanks! Alan..
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  • If you would like to check my other courses, please see:.
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  • Mastering Graphics In PowerPoint - Create stunning slides using shapes, drawing, 3d & illustrations..
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