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Slide Transitions in PowerPoint [A Beginner’s Guide!]

By: Author Shrot Katewa

PowerPoint presentations can sometimes be boring looking especially if you simply have a lot of text on your slides. You may need to add some pizzazz to it! And, the best way to jazz it up without being obtrusive is to use slide transitions in PowerPoint!

Slide transition in PowerPoint is the visual effect applied to an individual slide. The effect is visible when one slide changes or transitions into another. PowerPoint allows you to customize and control speed, sound, and other effects for certain transitions using the “Transitions” ribbon.

In this article, we will understand more about transitions and their types. Then, we shall also learn more about how to apply transitions in PowerPoint.

Plus, I’ll also show you some advanced techniques such as applying delay or changing the duration of slide transition. That, and much more! So, let’s get started!

1. What are Slide Transitions in PowerPoint? 

Let’s start with the basics – what are slide transitions in PowerPoint?

As described before, transitions are basically animation-type visual effects that are applied to slides (instead of the elements on the slides) in PowerPoint. Using slide transition can make a subtle but huge impact in making your presentation feel engaging.

There are different types of slide transitions (we shall learn more about them in the next section). Additionally, you can further control certain aspects of the slide transition.

You can also add sound during the transition of slides although I highly advise against doing so. But, I’m sharing this just to show the level of customization of transitions offered by PowerPoint!

In the subsequent sections, we will learn more about the types of transitions and how to apply and customize them in PowerPoint!

2. Different Types of Transitions in PowerPoint?

In PowerPoint, slide transitions are divided into 3 categories. These categories are divided according to the type of transitions that are contained in each section.

The effects in each category are divided in a way that they are similar to each other in terms of visual intensity. The difference between the three categories is how much the transitions affect the overall tone of the presentation on a visual level while changing the slides.

The three categories of the slide transitions are –

1. Subtle: The effects in this category are, as the name suggests, very subtle. The transitions are minimal in effect and require very little time to transition from one slide to the next. These transitions are best used for simple effects. There are a total of 12 effects in this category.

2. Exciting: This category contains effects that are a bit more flashy than the effects in the “ Subtle ” category. The effects in this category are more visually prominent and are fairly noticeable. This category has the highest number of effects with a total of 29 different options.

3. Dynamic Content: This category contains strong transitions. These effects are even more vibrant than the effects in the “ Exciting ” category. This category has the least number of effects with a total of 7 different options.

2b. List of Transition Effects in PowerPoint 

A list of the 48 different effects that are divided into 3 categories, provided in PowerPoint, is given below.

• Random Bars
• Checkerboard
•  Honeycomb
• Ferris Wheel
• Fly Through

3. How to Apply Slide Transitions in PowerPoint? 

Here’s how to add a slide transition in PowerPoint –

• Select the slide from the slide thumbnail view on the left.
• Click on the “Transitions” tab.
• Choose a transition as per your preference.
• Use the “Transition Effects” option to customize (if necessary)
• Preview the transition.

I’ve described the complete process in a step-by-step manner with visual aids below –

Step-1: Select the slide and go to the “Transitions” tab

The first step of the process is to select the slide that you want to add the transition to. You can do so by clicking on the slide in the slide thumbnail view on the left part of the screen.

Then, go to the “ Transitions ” tab in the ribbon of your PowerPoint presentation. It is the 5 th tab in the ribbon section.

Step-2: Click on the “More” button

After you click on the “ Transitions ” tab, click on the tiny arrow button pointing downwards. It is the “ More ” button of the “ Transition to this slide ” section (as shown in the image in step 1).

This will open a drawer with multiple transition effect options.

Step-3: Select your preferred transition effect

After you have clicked on the “ More ” button, a drop-down menu will appear on the screen where different slide transitions effects are displayed.

Simply click on your preferred transition effect and the slide transition will be applied to that slide immediately.

4. How to Preview a Slide Transition? 

To preview a slide transition in your PowerPoint presentation, you have to click on the “ Preview ” button.

In the “ Transitions ” tab, after you select a slide transition effect, simply click on the “ Preview ” button at the left-most part of the options present on the “ Transitions ” ribbon.

The transition effect will be played on the slide to give you a preview when you click on the button.

Another alternative is to enter into the “ slide show mode ” using the current slide. Don’t forget to use the “ Esc ” key to exit the slide show mode in PowerPoint.

5. How to Modify Slide Transitions? 

In Microsoft PowerPoint, there are different options that you can use to modify and edit a slide transition effect to better fit the style of your presentation.

You can modify the slide transition using the “ Effect Options ” button, or edit the duration, or add sounds to the slide transition.

In the following section, I will discuss the three mentioned options available for you to modify your slide transitions, and how to use them.

5a. Modify Transitions using Effect Options in PowerPoint 

The “ Effect Options ” in Microsoft PowerPoint allows you to modify the direction and intensity of the transition effects.

Follow the steps given below to modify the slide transitions in your PowerPoint presentation using the “ Effect Options ”

Step-1: Click on the “Effect Option” button

The first step of the process is to select the “ Effect Options ” button which is located at the right-most part of the “ Transitions in this Slide ” section. This will open a drop-down menu.

Step-2: Select your preferred modifications

After you have clicked on the “ Effect Options ” button, a drop-down menu will appear on your screen (as shown in the image in step 1).

The drop-down menu will provide you with all the possible modifications that you can make to the slide transition in your PowerPoint presentation.

All you have to do now is to select your preferred modification from the drop-down menu and it will be added to the slide in your PowerPoint presentation immediately.

It is important to note that these effect options vary from one type of transition to the other. Furthermore, some transitions may not even have an effect option available.

5b. How to Add Sound to Slide Transition in PowerPoint? 

If you want to add a sound to the slide transition in your PowerPoint presentation, at first you have to select the slide.

Then click on your preferred sound effect from the “ Sound ” option in the “ Timing ” section of the “ Transitions ” tab. The sound effect will be added immediately after you select the sound.

5c. How to Control the Duration of the Slide Transition in PowerPoint?

In PowerPoint, you can also control how long you want the transition to be visible. You can speed up or slow down the transition effect itself!

Here’s how to control the duration of the slide transition –

Step-1: Go to the “Transitions” tab

The first step is to select the slide that has a transition added and head over to the “transitions” tab.

Step-2: Change the “Duration” of the slide transition

After you have entered the “ Transition ” tab, simply type in the time duration you want the transition to take in the “ Duration ” box.

The “ Duration ” box is located under the “ Timing ” section of the “ Transitions ” tab (as shown in the image in step 1). Once the duration has been added, the transition effect will either be slow or faster based on the time added.

6. How to Apply Transitions to All Slides in PowerPoint?

If you have several slides in a presentation and you want to apply a particular type of transition on all slides, it would be quite a cumbersome process to select each slide and repeat the process over and over again.

Fortunately, PowerPoint allows you to apply the same transition to all slides with a click of a button! Here’s how to do it –

Step-1: Apply a Slide Transition for a Slide

The first step is to apply a slide transition to any one of the slides in your presentation. Follow the detailed process described earlier in the presentation to apply the slide transition.

Step-2: Click on the “Apply To All” option

The next step is to simply click on the “ Apply to All ” option under the transitions tab.

This will apply the transition present on the selected slide to all the slides in your presentation! Just make sure that you haven’t used a different transition for a particular slide as using this button will override any pre-existing slide transitions applied to other slides!

7. How to Remove Transition from a Slide in PowerPoint? 

To understand the process of removing a slide transition effect from your PowerPoint presentation, follow the 2 easy steps described below.

Step-1: Select the Slide with an Existing Transition

The first step of the process is to select the slide with a transition that you want to remove. After that, head over to the “ Transitions ” tab.

Step-2: Select the “None” option from the “Transitions” tab

Simply click on the “ None ” option from the “Transitions to this slide” section. If this option is not visible, click on the “ More ” button of the “ Transition in the Slide ” section as described earlier, to open a drop-down menu

After you open the drop-down menu by clicking on the “ More ” button, select the “ None ” option located in the top left corner of the drop-down menu. It is the first option in the “Subtle” category of slide transitions.

After you click on the “ None ” option, all the slide transition effects on that slide will be removed from your PowerPoint presentation.

8. How to Set Automatic Slide Transition in PowerPoint?

To set your slide transitions to automatically change to the next slide, you have to set a timer on the slide transition using the “ Advance slide ” option in the “ Timing ” section of the “ Transitions ” tab.

Here’s how to automatically advance slides in PowerPoint –

Step-1: Select the slide to add the effect

The first step is to select the slide that you want to modify or add the effect to.

Step-2: Locate the “Advance slide” option

Next, click on the “ Transitions ” tab and locate the “ Advance Slide ” options. You should be able to spot it on the top-right part of the ribbon under the “Timing ” section.

Step-3: Remove Checkmark from the “On Mouse Click” option

Next, make sure that you uncheck the “ On Mouse Click ” option.

This option is usually used to enable the mouse click as a trigger for the slide to transition. However, since in this case, we want the slide to transition automatically, we shall disable this option.

Step-4: Select the “After” check box

Now, enable the “After” option by making a checkmark before the option. This will allow you to set a timer for the slide to change.

Step-5: Adjust the interval

After you add the checkmark for the “ After ” option, set the interval after which you want the slide to change automatically (as shown in the image in step 4)

Simply type in the duration in the box to the right of the “ After ” option and the slide will change automatically after that interval while in presentation mode.

Step-6: Choose the “Apply to All” option

The last step is to choose the “Apply to All” option as described in the article before. This will create a seamless transition effect on all slides and make them transition automatically.

9. Can You Add Multiple Transitions to the Same Slide? 

You can’t add multiple transitions to the same slide in your PowerPoint presentation.

However, you can use the Animations feature of PowerPoint and add effects to the objects, texts, shapes, and images in your slide.

You can add multiple animations on the same slide while also adding a transition to it. We have an entire article dedicated to this, which explains the use of animations in more detail. Click here to read the article.

10. How to Fix “Slide Won’t Transition” Error?

Usually, when users face the issue of a slide not transitioning, there are two main issues that you need to check.

You either have a “ Custom Slide Show ” selected or the “ On mouse click ” option is not turned on for your presentation.

Both of these issues and their easy fixes are explained below.

Issue-1: Check your custom slide show feature

Sometimes, users set up their custom slide show feature but only add the first slide and close the process before selecting the rest of the slides.

This may cause your presentation to only display the selected slide and not the rest of the presentation while in presentation mode. Follow the steps described below to get around this issue.

Step-1: Select the Custom Shows option

After you have entered the “ Slide Show ” tab from the ribbon of your PowerPoint presentation, click on the “ Custom Shows ” option.

The “ Custom Shows ” option is located in the drop-down menu of the “ Start Slide Show ” button in the “ Slide Show ” tab of your PowerPoint presentation.

Step-2: Make sure the right slides are in the pop-up window

After you click on the “ Custom Show ” button a pop-up window will appear on your screen. If you don’t want to use the “ Custom Slide Show ” feature, then make sure to remove all the slides in the pop-up window.

However, to use this feature, you have to add all the slides that you want to include in the presentation and not just one slide. After that, your slides will transition accordingly.

Issue-2: The “On Mouse Click” feature is turned off

Sometimes, the reason why users are unable to transition from one slide to another is that the feature which allows users to change slides using the mouse is turned off.

The whole process of fixing this issue is given below.

To get started on fixing the issue, at first you have to select any slide from your PowerPoint presentation and go to the “ Transitions ” tab from the ribbon section as described earlier in this article.

Step-2: Checkmark the “On Mouse Click” option

The first step of fixing this issue is to go to the “ Transitions ” tab from the ribbon and then clicking on the check box located right before the “ On Mouse Click ” option in the “ Advance Slide ” feature of the “ Timing ” section.

Step-3: Click on the “Apply to all” button

After you have turned on the “ On Mouse Click ” option, simply click on the “ Apply to all ” button, which is located at the bottom left corner of the “ Timing ” section in the “ Transitions ” tab.

This will turn on the “ On Mouse Click ” feature for all the slides in your PowerPoint presentation. After that, you will be able to transition from one slide to another normally.

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Designing a PowerPoint presentation is not an easy job. It requires a lot of work and time. When crafting presentations, most people completely ignore one of the key elements of a creative slideshow: animation. Adding creative animations and effects not only makes your presentation slides interactive, but it’s also useful when emphasizing key points and data.

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Portfolio – Free PowerPoint Presentation Template

If you’re looking for a simple PowerPoint template to showcase your portfolio, this free template will come in handy. It features 10 unique slides with easily editable layouts and drag and drop image placeholders.

Free Animated Medical PowerPoint Template

This free PowerPoint template comes with 30 unique slides designed for making medical themed presentations. All of the slides are fully animated to make your presentation look more attractive.

Digital Marketing Animated Powerpoint Template

This beautifully designed PowerPoint template comes with more than 40 unique slides filled with transition effects and object animations. The template is designed specifically for creating marketing and promotional presentations and it includes 2 pre-made themes.

Retrico – Vintage Slides PowerPoint Template

Retrico is an elegant PowerPoint template that features classic retro-themed slide designs. It includes more than 100 unique slides with animations. The presentation template is also available in 3 different color schemes.

ECO – Animated PowerPoint Template

This PowerPoint template is made for creating presentations for environmental and nature-themed slideshows. It features a very green and eco design and includes 80 unique slides. The template is available in both animated and non-animated versions as well.

Startup Pitch Deck PowerPoint Template

If you’re working on a presentation to pitch a startup or a product to investors, this PowerPoint template will come in handy. It comes with a total of 200 slides featuring transition animations and effects. A non-animated version is also included in this bundle.

SEO Agency – Animated PowerPoint Template

Promoting SEO services and convincing clients of its importance can be difficult at times, this animated PowerPoint template is crafted to ease up that process. This template includes 90 unique slides and it comes with 10 different color schemes.

Power – Dynamic Animated PowerPoint Template

Power is a beautiful PowerPoint template that features dynamic animations and transition effects. This premium-quality presentation template comes with 120 unique slides and in 20 different color themes. You can use it for your personal and commercial projects.

POP ART – Free Pastel PowerPoint Template

Pop Art is a free PowerPoint template that comes with a stylish slide design featuring attractive pastel colors. It’s ideal for showcasing products and portfolios.

Pastel  – Free Modern PowerPoint Template

Pastel is another colorful PowerPoint template featuring lots of attractive slides for showcasing fashion and apparel designs. The template can be used for various business, agency, and creative presentations.

Animated Business Infographics PowerPoint Template

This free PowerPoint template features a set of slides filled with unique and customizable infographics and charts. You can use these graphs and charts to effectively present your data to your audience.

SIMPLECO – Animated Powerpoint Template

Simpleco is a colorful PowerPoint template that includes 93 unique slides featuring lots of charts, graphs, infographics, and more. All of the slides in this template are animated and designed based on master slides. The template is available in 2 different color themes.

Clean Business Presentation Template

This clean and minimal PowerPoint template is perfect for presenting your business, product, or startup to clients and investors. It includes 50 unique slides and comes with lots of transition effects and animations.

Business Plan – Multipurpose PowerPoint Template

Make your business plan look more effective and engaging by using this animated PowerPoint template. This template comes with a design that can be used to craft many different types of business related presentations. It includes 100 unique slides in 20 different color themes.

Studio Minimal – PowerPoint Template

This PowerPoint presentation template comes with a minimalist and a clean design. It’s made specifically for creative professionals and agencies. The template includes 120 unique slides featuring stylish animations and more than 4000 line and vector icons.

Mongo – Animated Powerpoint Template

Mongo is a professional PowerPoint template made for businesses and corporate agencies. It includes a total of 300 slides in both light and dark color themes. The template is available in 3 different color versions and includes placeholders for easy editing.

Free Business Strategy Powerpoint Template

This free PowerPoint template comes with a set of minimalist slides featuring creative transition effects and animations. It’s perfect for presenting a simple business strategy during a meeting or to your target audience.

JD – Personal Powerpoint Presentation Template

Another free and animated PowerPoint template that comes with high-quality slides made specifically for promoting your skills and services. This template is ideal for freelancers, coaches, and instructors.

Responsive Solutions – Powerpoint Template

This creative PowerPoint presentation template comes with a total of 480 slides featuring 60 unique slides. The template is available in 5 different color schemes and in both light and dark color themes.

Somse – Animated Powerpoint Template

Somse is a PowerPoint presentation template that features a minimal design for creating both personal and business related presentations. It includes 108 multipurpose slides filled with custom object animations and effects.

Monthly Planner – PowerPoint Template

This is a unique PowerPoint presentation template that’s made specifically for creating slideshows for your monthly and annual business meetings. It includes 50 unique slides in 10 different premade color schemes. The slides also feature infographics, charts, and vector illustrations as well.

Quadro – Corporate Powerpoint Template

Quadro is an elegant PowerPoint presentation template that comes with 80 unique slides and its available in 4 different color schemes. The template is easily customizable and includes lots of editable device mockups, graphs, and graphics.

Beres – Animated Powerpoint Template

This PowerPoint presentation template includes more than 100 unique slides and you also get to choose from 8 different color schemes to create a professional slideshow. The template is available in both animated and non-animated versions as well.

Magnum – Animated PowerPoint Template

Magnum is a colorful PowerPoint presentation template that includes more than 970 slides filled with images, graphics, icons, and illustrations. It’s ideal for creating a slideshow for a creative presentations or a business meeting. The template is also available in light and dark color themes.

Vega – Animated PowerPoint Template Free

Vega is a colorful and a creative PowerPoint template that you can use free of charge. It comes with 80 unique slides featuring animations and creative vector graphics. You can easily customize it to your preference as well.

Procyon – Animated Presentation Slideshow

This free PowerPoint template includes 45 slides featuring transition effects as well as lots of graphs, infographics, charts, and more. You can use it to create a basic presentation slideshow for free.

5 Tips for Creating Animations & Transitions in PowerPoint

Adding animation to your PowerPoint slideshows can greatly enhance the experience you offer through your presentation. If you’re new to PowerPoint, follow these tips to get started with animations.

1. Transition vs Object Animations

One of the first things you need to be aware of when using PowerPoint animations is the difference between transition animations and object animations.

On PowerPoint, you can animate each object you add to your slides. While this can be useful when presenting key points in a presentation, you should try to keep object animations to a minimum.

You can also add transition animations to your slides. These animations help create smoother transitions between slides.

2. Time It Perfectly

Each and every animation you add in PowerPoint can be customized to your preference by setting times for the duration of the animation as well as adding delays.

It’s up to you to experiment with different settings to find the right time and delays for your animations. Try to keep animations short and sweet.

3. Stack Multiple Animations

Another useful feature of PowerPoint animations is the ability to stack multiple animations for objects. For example, you can add both entrance and exit animations for each object on your slide by stacking different animation effects.

Stacking animations can drastically increase the duration of your slideshow presentations so use this feature only when necessary.

4. Automatic vs Controlled Animations

Controlled animations offer a great advantage when you’re delivering specific types of presentations like product reveals and feature showcases. For example, if you want to talk about key points in your speech, you can use controlled animations to reveal those points one at a time upon your mouse click or using a remote.

You can also set your animations to play automatically so they flow through your slide presentations without having to click for each slide to start.

5. Keep It Simple

Overall, you should try to keep animations to a minimum and avoid using the more flashy animations in your presentations. For example, it’s perfectly fine to add a fade-in transition effect to your slides. However, adding flashing and bouncing animations may hurt your reputation as a professional.

Stick to the simple and minimal animations to make your presentations more entertaining and easier to look at.

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11 Animated PowerPoint Templates With Interactive Features [To Edit and Download]

Written by: Orana Velarde

Animated presentations help grab the attention of viewers more than static ones can. And they can be especially helpful when you're giving a virtual or Zoom presentation and need to keep an online audience engaged.

To help you make the most of your time on stage or a screen, use animated PowerPoint templates in your content to add a new angle to your visuals. Slide decks with animated features work well for webinars, step-by-step video tutorials or a trends report full of charts and graphs.

Even if you created a presentation in PowerPoint previously, make your animated PowerPoint slides better by editing them right inside Visme. Upload existing PowerPoints into your Visme account, then add animated and interactive features like hotspots, links to other slides in the same deck, plus plenty of creative animations.

Visme also offers hundreds of animated presentation templates right inside our tool so that you can say goodbye to PowerPoint once and for all.

In this post, we’ve gathered our favorite animated slide deck templates for you to edit and download. There are templates for all types of projects, from business proposals to pitch decks. 

Keep scrolling to find your favorite. If you don’t, you can always use the Visme Brand Wizard to create ideal presentation slides for your brand.

But before you begin, check out our quick 5-minute tutorial video to learn how to create your next presentation in Visme.

• Upload Your Animated PowerPoint to Visme
• Add Engaging Transitions to Your Animated PowerPoint [+Templates]
• Add Custom Animations to Your Animated PowerPoint [+Templates]
• Add Interactive Features To Your Animated PowerPoint [+Templates]
• Add Animated Charts, Graphs and Data Widgets To Your Animated PowerPoint [+Templates]
• Export Your Visme Presentations as a PowerPoint

Animated PowerPoint FAQs

• Visme offers thousands of templates you can use to create animated PowerPoint presentations. These templates span multiple industries, use cases and designs.
• To create an animated PowerPoint in Visme, upload a template, add engaging transitions, custom animations, interactive features, animated charts and widgets, collaborate with multiple team members and export your presentation in PowerPoint (PPTX) format.
• If you're short on time, you can use the Visme AI presentation maker to whip up stunning animated PowerPoint presentations in seconds. Be it an interactive presentation for sales , business , project , product or corporate use.
• Sign up to Visme's presentation software to access beautiful templates, design assets, and cutting-edge features that make creating animated PowerPoint presentations a breeze.

Step 1: Upload Your Animated PowerPoint to Visme

Your first step is to upload your ppt with animation to Visme. You can easily do so with a business account in Visme. Then when you create a new presentation , you'll instead hit the upload button to bring your old presentations back to life with Visme animations, templates, interactivity and design elements.

Better yet, you can access some of Visme's creative slide transitions. Every single animated presentation template in Visme includes an attractive staggered transition effect from slide to slide. 

More than 900 slides in our template library are designed especially for your presentations to look impressive and unforgettable. Plus, our design panel is loaded with free animations for PowerPoint slides.

When you import a PowerPoint template to Visme, you can easily add slide transitions to one slide at a time or all at once. However, it's best to stick with a single transition from slide to slide so that your presentation doesn't look too cluttered.

Alternatively, if you are looking for a quick solution, instead of creating your slides separately, you can use Visme's AI presentation maker to create your presentations in minimal time.

Input a text prompt explaining your requirements, choose a style and Visme's AI will craft text, images and icons to create tailored presentations. You can then customize the slides in Visme's presentation maker and include your interactive and animated features to make your presentations more engaging.

Working on the presentation with your team? The collaboration tool is a handy resource. You can invite team members and give them regulated or unlimited access to leave comments, reply to comments and work on the design in real time. The workflow feature makes project management easier. You can assign specific slides or the entire project, set deadlines, review and approve projects—all in one workspace.

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Step 2: Add Engaging Transitions to Your Animated PowerPoint

After importing a PowerPoint template into Visme, it’s easy to convert it into a ppt with animation by adding animated transitions to the slides. Here’s how to do it:

• Click on the gear icon on the top left of a slide in the slide list on the right of the editor.
• Select Change Transition .
• Choose to add a transition only to that slide or to all slides in one go.

These are the slide transition options to make your animated PPT template that much better:

• Staggered Fade
• Enter from Side
• Enter from Bottom
• Enter from Top
• Simple Fade

Transitions can be added with different options: based on time, when clicked, or when a video ends.

We’re sure you’re happy to hear that all PowerPoint templates can be imported and animated with Visme. 

But that isn’t the best part!

The Visme presentation library is full of animated templates and free animations for PowerPoint in many different industry styles and content types.

But wait, there’s more. Did you know you can also create animated infographics? In the video below, Mike will show you how to design interactive infographics that will elevate your content strategy.

Below are some of our most versatile animated slide decks read for you to edit, animate and download or share online.

1. Animated Market Trends Report Presentation Template

This animated market trends report has a cool slide background and creative transitions that navigate from slide to slide. Each transition is different but they don’t feel overwhelming. The data widgets enter the slide seamlessly in a visually interesting way.

2. Simple But Animated Architecture Presentation Template

Even simple designs will look great with creative transitions and animations as PPT presentations. This Architecture Presentation template has slide transitions all coming down from the top, making it look interesting and attractive.

3. Fashion Design Animated Presentation Template

The fashion design presentation has a different combination of slide transitions. They are all zoom-in and zoom-out transitions, perfect for the design style of the slides in this template.

Add more slides from the template or duplicate the ones you have and they will all have the same transition. With these animated images for PowerPoint, you can grab and hold your audience's attention for longer periods.

Watch this video below to discover the power of animated illustrations to tell compelling stories, convey complex concepts, and evoke emotions in your audience.

Step 3: Add Custom Animations to Your Animated PowerPoint

Your animated PowerPoint templates and all Visme presentation templates have plenty of different styles of animation possibilities. 

With Visme, you can add various animation effects in PowerPoint to any element within a slide. Here are a few types you can incorporate:

Enter Animations

• Fly in from top 
• Fly in from bottom
• Fly in from left
• Fly in from right

Exit Animations

• Fly to top, 
• Fly to bottom
• Fly to left
• Fly to right

Furthermore, control the timing of the animations to create interesting and unforgettable compositions. Use these animation features to create your own in and out slide transitions. Control the movements on click, hover or just by navigating to the next slide.

When designing your slides, take advantage of our selection of moving backgrounds for PowerPoint. Choose between animated and video backgrounds to create even more attractive animated PPTs.

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Below are some animated templates for different industries.

4. Technology Trends Animated Slide

Use enter and exit animated effects for the elements on each slide. Use a two-directional approach with the elements coming in from two sides in a staggered effect. Time the animation so that it comes in slowly as a creative visual.

This PowerPoint animation template has this style of animation. You can duplicate the slides and then switch the elements to create more slides.

5. Social Media Posting Times Animated Slide

Looking for an animated background for PowerPoint? This animated slide has up and down movements for different elements. The effect created is a rotating scenery from day to night with a gradient background quality.

Share this PowerPoint template with animation as a live link or an HTML file. Alternatively, embed it on your site as part of a blog post or call to action.

6. Step-by-Step Information Animated Slide

This type of animated presentation is called building the story. The entire presentation seems like it's created on one slide as pieces of the puzzle enter the scene one by one. Use an animated slide like this to create an unforgettable presentation.

7. Animated Venn Diagram Presentation Slide

Similar to the above template, this animated Venn diagram has a staggered effect with pieces that come into the scene one by one. A Venn diagram has lots of possibilities for different topics and industries. It's always best to explore a variety of venn diagram templates to see which design can best showcase your point. 

Step 4: Add Interactive Features To Your Animated PowerPoint

Moving on from animated slide transitions and animation effects for slide elements. Your animated PowerPoint templates also have the opportunity of becoming interactive.

Visme offers a number of interactive features like pop-up boxes, hover effects, links to other slides, content blocks or objects and links to external websites.

Mix it up with transitions and animations and you have yourself an interactive animated PowerPoint presentation.

Below are some of the best Visme animated presentation templates and PowerPoint video templates that use interactive features.

8. Graffiti Style Interactive Animated PowerPoint Template

This presentation template has seamless transitions from slide to slide plus a number of creative pop-ups. Each pop-up includes additional information for its respective slide. The design follows the style of the presentation and adds an extra dose of creativity.

9. Navigable Menu Interactive Animated Presentation Template

Create an interactive navigable slide deck with a main menu that links to different slides with Visme’s interactive link features. This style of presentation is like a website you can look through. The best way to share an interactive presentation like this, share a live link.

The video below shows you how it all works.

The best part is that there’s no limit to what you can do in Visme. You can make animated backgrounds for PowerPoint, animated images for PowerPoint or a complete PowerPoint template with animation.

Use Visme’s 3D character creator to add animated characters to your presentations. This tool allows you to create characters with different body types, facial expressions, hair styles and more to suit your presentation theme. Also, you can choose from various entry, waiting and exit poses to animate these characters and keep your audience entertained

Step 5: Add Animated Charts, Graphs and Data Widgets To Your Animated PowerPoint

Visme turns your animated PowerPoint templates into amazing data visualization presentations. All charts and graphs created with the Graph Engine can not only be animated, but they can also have interactivity. In this article, we've explained how to create animated charts in Visme.

Apart from that, there are also plenty of data widgets to visualize other types of information, like maps and percentages.

To help you make your data visualization more engaging, Visme comes with a wide variety of 3D charts, graphs and data widgets. You can customize and add these 3D data visualizations in your presentations to bring your data to life and make complex data easier to understand.

10. Financial Report Presentation Template With Animated Charts And Graphs

Financial reports are full of analytics and data visualizations. Make yours even better by using animated charts and graphs. The bars, lines, and curves have animation features to fit any presentation.

This template is perfect for all the financial reports you create for your business.

11. Animated Statistical Report Presentation Template

Statistics is a classic source for data visualization in a business setting. Stats presentations are used in meetings day in and day out, sent to team members and stakeholders. Make all your stats reports better than they’ve ever been by adding animation to charts and graphs .

Even better, use this presentation template and save yourself some time.

Step 6: Export Your Visme Presentations as a PowerPoint

Just like we imported your PowerPoint presentation into Visme, all Visme presentations can be exported as PPTx presentations for offline presentations. All you have to do is click on PPTx in the download options.

The catch is that PowerPoint doesn't support all of Visme's unique animation and interactivity features , so it will always be best to stick with Visme for sharing and presenting. With Visme, you can share an animated presentation as a live link or an HTML file to present offline.

If you're running out of time and don't want to go through these steps, you can use the Visme AI presentation maker to whip up stunning animated PowerPoint presentations in seconds. Be it an interactive presentation for sales , business , project , product or corporate use.

And before you present, watch the video below to review the ways to structure your presentations . There are 7 main presentation structures to help you set up amazing stories throughout your presentation.

The tips and templates provided above can help you create impressive animated presentations. However, Visme understands that not everyone has the time or design expertise to start from scratch. That's where Visme's AI Design Generator comes in.

Visme's AI Design Generator is a powerful tool that can help you create professional-looking designs in seconds. It uses artificial intelligence to generate unique designs based on the prompt you input. You can use it to create presentations, documents, printables and social media graphics.

Q1. How do you animate a PowerPoint presentation?

To animate a PowerPoint presentation, select the object you want to animate, go to the "Animations" tab, and choose from various animation options available.

However, for more advanced interactive animations, you can import your PowerPoint into Visme and utilize its extensive animation options.

Q2. What are the 4 types of animation in PowerPoint?

The four main types of animations in PowerPoint are Enter Animations, Emphasis Animations, Exit Animations and Motion Paths.

Q3. Can PowerPoint auto animate?

Yes, you can set PowerPoint slides to auto-animate by adjusting the timing settings for each animation effect.

Q4. How to create PowerPoint presentations with transitions and Animations?

To create PowerPoint presentations with transitions and animations, first add your content to the slides. Then, apply animations to elements through the "Animations" tab and transitions between slides from the "Transitions" tab.

Q5. What is the difference between animation and transition in PowerPoint?

In PowerPoint, animation is the movement or effect you apply to individual objects or elements within a slide, such as text or images. Transition, on the other hand, is the effect that takes place between slides as you move from one to another during a presentation.

Q6. How do I make PowerPoint slides play automatically without clicking?

To make PowerPoint slides play automatically without clicking, go to the "Transitions" tab, find the "Timing" group, and set "After" to the desired duration before moving to the next slide. You can apply this to each slide for an automated presentation.

Create Your Own Animated PowerPoints and Visme Presentations

There are many options for creating animated presentations with Visme, from uploading PowerPoint templates to using Visme’s PowerPoint video templates.

Animate any presentation in our library, edit the slide transitions, add animated compositions to your slide decks and create visually rich presentations. Share them with your audience and use our integrated analytics to track views and reads.

Create the best animated and interactive presentations with Visme today!

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How to Add Animations and Transitions in PowerPoint

In this tutorial, you’ll learn the basics of adding animations and transitions to your presentations in Microsoft PowerPoint. These visual effects will help you make your slides more dynamic and will keep your audience engage.

Adding an Animation to a Text, an Image, a Shape or Other Elements of a Presentation

Adding transitions to a slide.

• Select the object that you want to animate.
• Click the Animations tab.
• Select the animation that you want from the list.
• If you want to see which animations are applied to an object, click Animation Pane. You can also rearrange the animations as you see fit.
• Use the timing options to set the timing of the animation. You can choose when you want the animation to start: on click, with previous or after previous. You can also set the duration and even set a delay before the animation begins.

• Select the slide you want to apply a transition to.
• Click the Transitions tab.
• After you select any transition from the list, you’ll see a preview of the resulting effect.
• If you want to adjust the direction of the effect, among other settings, click the Effect Options drop-down arrow.

• To remove a transition, on the Transitions tab, click None.

• You can change the animations or transitions at any time. To do so, select the animated object or the slide with a transition applied to it and choose a different option from the list.

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My recommendation is to completely build out your presentation first and add animations later. Focus on content and the ideas you want to convey. Add the sizzle later in the form of well-timed animations.

PPT animations are the visual effects for objects on your slides. Transitions are the animations that occur when you change slides. This tutorial covers only PPT animations.

How to Make Your First Animation

Read on to learn more about how to customize PowerPoint animations and work quickly with templates.

The tips in this section were written using macOS and Microsoft 365. If you’ve got a different operating system or a different version of PowerPoint, your steps may be slightly different.

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It’s easy to add an animation to your PowerPoint presentation. After you’ve finished inputting all your content into a PowerPoint file, begin adding your animations:

• Click on an object to select it on any slide. This could be an image, chart, or block of text.
• Now, find the Animations tab on the ribbon. This is the control center for PPT animation.
• Find the Animation menu, which has star icons on it. Each one represents an animation effect.
• Click on one of the animation effects to add it to the selected object. In this example, I’m going to click on Fade so that the text fades in.

You’ll know that a slide contains animation when a small orange box with a number appears on the slide. Preview your animations by clicking on the Preview button on the far-left side of the PPT Animation tab.

Your animation will play when you switch to Slide Show mode. Each time you click the mouse button or press a button on a presentation “clicker,” the slide will advance. This could mean going on to the next slide or animating in the next slide object.

That’s it! You’ve added your first animation to PowerPoint. Practice how to add animation in PowerPoint with another element, such as a chart or image. Let’s look at other PPT animations.

Explore PowerPoint Animation Styles

PowerPoint has a great variety of styles with which to animate objects on your slides. With the animation presets you can quickly bring an object on or off a slide with one click.

On the Animations tab of the ribbon, there are many one-click styles to apply to an image. Scroll down in this menu to view them. See the screenshot below for the full list of animations:

When you think of how to add animation in PowerPoint, be creative. And don’t hesitate to try out different ideas. You have countless options. As you design one presentation after another, you’ll want to explore your options. This panel lets you do exactly that. It’s how to insert animation on PowerPoint fast.

The names of the slides are also good clues for understanding what the animations will do. “Fly out” causes an object to exit the PowerPoint slide, while “Float In” is indicative of an object coming onto the slide.

Spend time trying out the various PowerPoint animation effects. Click on each one and PowerPoint will play a short preview, right on the slide.

How to Add Your Second PowerPoint Animation

So far, we’ve animated a single object onto our PowerPoint slide. You know how to get a single animation in PowerPoint. Now, let’s learn how to add animation in PowerPoint with a second object.

To add a second PPT animation to a slide, simply select another object. Then, click on one of the animations from the menu again.

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You’ve just learned how to animate slides in PowerPoint. With an array of effects added, you’ve built an animated slide that’s ready to share!

But first, you may want to change the sequence of the animations. In other words, you want to adjust the order in which they appear.

In this example, I want the text box reading “Global Growth” to fly in first. Then, I want it to be followed by the image of the factory on the right. Fortunately, this is easy to do with Microsoft PowerPoint. To start, be sure you’re working on the Animations tab on the ribbon. Then, click on the button labeled Animation Pane.

You’ll see a sidebar menu open on the right side of your PowerPoint window. This is the Animation Pane. Think of it as the control center for animations in PowerPoint. It’s ready to help you re-sequence animations fast.

Right now, the photo shows a “1” beside it. This indicates that it comes onto the slide first. The “Global Growth” text comes in second, noted by the number “2” next to it.

On the Animation Pane , all that we need to do is drag and drop to re-sequence the animations. If I want the text to come in first, I’ll move it up in the list of my animations. Simply click and drag on its title in the Animation Pane to move it into a new position.

Notice that the number beside the text box animation changes from a “2” to a “1”. This indicates that it is now the first animated object on the slide.

When you’re managing many objects on a single slide, the Animation Pane is helpful. It can help you visualize the order in which objects are entering or leaving your PowerPoint slide. Plus, you can quickly reorder them by dragging and dropping them.

Control How to Animate Slides in PowerPoint

It’s key to learn how to get animation in PowerPoint that fits your needs. For example, it’s a great idea to alter the duration and triggers for animations. Add animation to PowerPoint in these cases for an attention-getter.

By default, PowerPoint assigns standard values to various types of animation. Often, this is the perfect timing. But in other cases, you might want to make adjustments.

Similarly, you can change what triggers an animation. By default, animations start On Click. This means that your cursor or clicker causes each animation to start.

Again, it’s useful, but it also means that you have to start each animation manually. If you’ve sequenced animations, you may want them to automatically start one after the other.

To make these changes, select an animated object and return to the Animations tab. On the right side, you’ll see the Timing section. Here, you can change the starting trigger by opening the Start dropdown. Duration and delay settings can be adjusted using the menus below.

When to Use Animations in Your PowerPoint Presentations

Here’s the thing: presentations aren’t about animations or how fancy your slides are. They’re all about holding your audience’s attention.

This quote from one of my favorite movies is a great way to think about using animations:

“Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether or not they could , they didn’t stop to think if they should. ” – Jurassic Park

Just because you can add animations doesn’t mean you should. Are they improving your presentation or distracting your audience from your message?

Using too many animations is distracting. When you’ve got objects flying in and out of the slide, you’ll lose the attention of your audience. Less is more while you learn how to insert animation on PowerPoint.

Here are four key principles for applying animations in PowerPoint tastefully:

• Keep objects off-screen until you’re ready to talk about them.
• If you put everything on the slide at once, your audience will stop paying attention to what you’re saying and focus on the text.
• Use simple transitions such as Appear or Fade to keep your slides simple and clean.
• Limit your animations to one or two per slide to maintain simplicity.

What is the definition of animation in Microsoft PowerPoint that goes too far? Anytime the animation supersedes the content, it’s time to rethink things.

So, when should you use presentation animation in PowerPoint? I find it most useful when:

• I’m kicking off my slides. When you think of how to put animation in PowerPoint, start at the beginning. An opening animation is a great way to grab audience focus right away.
• I’m moving from idea to idea. Animations add a clear visual transition. They’re a good tool when you’re changing topics or moving from point to point.
• I need to add emphasis. Animations are best used to emphasize ideas. They add motion, which captures the viewer’s attention. When used sparingly, they’re a powerful way to highlight what matters.

Play the presentation to yourself before presenting it. If you feel like you’ve got too many animations on your slide, consider removing some of them.

5 Quick PowerPoint Presentation Animation Tips

If you’re learning how to animate slides in PowerPoint, it helps to have a few top tips. Let’s walk through five of our favorite fast facts that show you how to get animation in PowerPoint.

1. Animate Your Data

More than ever, PowerPoint presentations are full of data visuals that tell stories. Audiences love charts that help them understand your message visually.

Why not add animations to your data? With the help of our quick screencast , you can learn to do just that.

2. Survey Your PowerPoint Animations Before Starting

Many of the recommended templates include more than one PowerPoint animation. Survey your slides by reviewing all the active animations before you start.

Click on Animations on PowerPoint’s ribbon. Instantly, you’ll see numbered icons on each object that features an animation. As you learn how to insert animation on PowerPoint, review what’s already included in the template. This helps you avoid deleting any key objects.

3. Create an Animated Photo Slideshow

One of the most popular formats for a presentation is a slideshow. And every slideshow is better with animations that smoothly shift from one slide to the next.

4. Use Slide Transitions

This tutorial doesn’t cover transitions, a form of animation that helps shift between two slides. Use those transitions as an animation to bring the focus back to the slide.

Learn how to add animation in PowerPoint for slide changes with transitions. Check out our quick screencast that teaches you how to add transitions in just 60 seconds.

5. Use Fewer Animations

We’ve already mentioned this tip above, but its importance bears repeating. To learn how to get animation in PowerPoint to work effectively, consider that you might be overdoing it.

Everything we do as presenters should consider the audience. Too many animations take away from the content and are more harmful than helpful. Always challenge yourself to delete half the animations you initially included to bring tight focus.

The Best Source for Templates to Add Animation in PowerPoint (With Unlimited Downloads)

There’s a big mistake that rookie presenters make. When they’re learning how to animate slides in PowerPoint, they assume they’ve got to do it all on their own. Beginners ask, “ What is animation in PowerPoint ?” and wind up deep down the rabbit hole of learning the entire app.

Instead of learning how to animate slides from scratch, a better way is to start by using a template. Templates already have most of the work done for you. And thanks to a site called Envato, you’ll unlock unlimited templates with animations for PowerPoint .

For a flat monthly rate, you unlock unlimited downloads of animated PowerPoint templates. Plus, Envato includes millions of other digital assets. These include stock photos, music, fonts, and more. These pair perfectly with your animated slides.

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5 Top Animation PowerPoint Templates From Envato

Now, let’s explore five of the very best templates that help you add animation to PowerPoint. PowerPoint animations are so much easier with top templates. These are available today on Envato:

1. The Fashion PowerPoint

Fashionable templates include the most modern and minimal design elements. Those principles help draw the viewer’s eyes to images that cover the slide. Plus, it includes the best PowerPoint animations already built in!

2. Infographics PowerPoint Animated Slides

Infographics help you illustrate data and ideas. Animating them controls the flow of your narrative. Use this template to your advantage with an array of slide layouts. This one is easy to customize and will impress even the toughest audiences.

3. The Sound: Clean Presentation Template

The Sound is another impressive template that shows you how to get animation in PowerPoint right. It uses the “just enough” animation mindset that helps audiences enjoy your slides to the max. Use 30 unique slides and six color schemes to create an animated presentation.

4. Square Animated PowerPoint Template

Searching for remarkable flexibility for your animated PPT? Square is the template for you. Inside, you’ll find 128 custom-animated slide designs. And with fully editable graphics, make changes to fit your style in a flash.

5. Business Animate PowerPoint Presentation

Businesses need engaging presentations to stand out from the crowd. Use this animation PowerPoint template to create an interesting and wonderfully animated presentation. Add your business concept to the placeholder slides and watch your story come to life.

You Just Learned How to Put Animation in PowerPoint

In this tutorial, you learned to use PowerPoint animations to tastefully animate elements on your slide. Bringing those key bullet points or images on the slide at the right time will make for a great presentation.

When you think of how to add animation in PowerPoint, always use premium templates. They help you create PowerPoint animations. The vast Envato library has thousands of stunning options for animated designs. It’s the best way to learn how to insert animations in PowerPoint!

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What is Animation in PowerPoint?

Animation is a technique in which shapes and images are manipulated in a way that they appear as moving. Animations in a presentations can make them interesting and attractive.

The PowerPoint presentations engine provides three different kind of animation effects:

• The Transitions animations: Transitions effects occur during slide transitions. They can make appear or disappear slides through different effects. They are generally used to highlight a section transition or to highlight a message.
• Elements Animations. PowerPoint provides an elements animation engine, that allows objects like texts, shapes and images to have animations effects of entrance, exit or path. Said this, you can animate shapes in a cartoon fashion, or you can just add simple effects to highlight the shape. Applied to cartoon vectors this effect can generate professional effect suitable for eLearning, promotional presentations and even videos.
• The navigational animations (generated by the Zoom feature)
• Morphing transitions
• 3D Objects animations generated with Windows 3D rendering engine.

What is an Animated PowerPoint template?

An Animated PowerPoint template is a presentation which provides animated placeholders. The animation effects are already configured in the template so the user can just change texts, apply colors and/or duplicate slides to replicate the desired effect. These templates incorporate text placeholders and vibrant illustrations that you can edit as per your presentation requirements.

How can Animated PowerPoint templates be used in a presentation?

The animated PowerPoint templates that SlideModel provides are easy to edit. You can use the templates “as it is”, or you can use just sections or parts of the animation that you want to include in your presentation. If the purpose is to highlight your message or generate a pause in your speech, while going over a list, animations of text placeholders should be your choice. If you want to navigate or move through the presentation, complex animations are ideal. Or if you just want to create a loop presentation with a cinematic effect, image transitions and 3d objects animations should fit your need. For more information we recommend you to read our tutorial on how to make a good presentation .

Can I edit the animations in the templates?

Absolutely! Animated PowerPoint templates from SlideModel are designed for ease of use and customization. You can easily edit the animations, change their duration, or adjust the entrance and exit effects to suit your specific needs. Even users with low technical skills can achieve professional effects with our templates.

What’s the difference between Animated and Interactive PowerPoint Templates?

Animated PowerPoint templates focus on adding motion and visual effects to your slides, making them dynamic and engaging. On the other hand, interactive PowerPoint templates go a step further by incorporating clickable buttons, hyperlinks, quizzes, and other interactive elements. These features allow you to create immersive presentations that actively involve your audience.

Are there any Free Animated PowerPoint Templates available?

Yes, we offer a selection of free animated PowerPoint templates. You can download and use these templates without any cost, and they come with various eye-catching animations to enhance your presentations.

How can I leverage Interactive Slides in my presentation?

Interactive slides are an excellent way to captivate your audience and make your content more memorable. You can use interactive slides to include clickable elements that reveal additional information, create interactive quizzes or polls, or allow your audience to navigate the presentation at their own pace. By using interactive slides strategically, you can keep your audience engaged and create a more dynamic presentation.

Can I use Interactive PowerPoint Templates in Google Slides?

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Best Slide Transitions And Animations For Business Presentations

Most, if not all, presentation software offer plenty of slide transitions and animations. But which ones should you use for your business presentations? Should you go for the simple fade animation? Or would the fancy boomerang and bouncing effects be better? Well, continue reading because that’s what you’re going to find out in this article!

Animations vs Transitions: What’s the Difference?

You may think animations and transitions refer to the same thing – they don’t. Transitions refer to slide transitions or the animation that occurs when you transition from one slide to the next. Transition effects are applied to the whole slide. Thus, you can only choose a single transition effect to a slide. So, if you have 15 slides in your slideshow, then you can have 15 different transition effects.

Animations , on the other hand, refer to object or element animation. You can animate the text, any charts or tables, images, shapes, icons, etc. on your slides. You can animate every single element on your slide and add various effects, if you so desire. But, of course, I don’t recommend this unless you want everyone to get a migraine!

So, now you know the difference between transitions and animations. It’s time to show you where you can find these in 3 of the most popular presentation software today: PowerPoint, Keynote, and Google Slides.

Where to Find Transition Effects?

Look for the Transitions tab in the toolbar. As you can see, transitions are categorized into three: Subtle, Exciting, and Dynamic. Click on the effect you want to use and you’ll get a quick preview of how it looks like on your slide.

For Keynote users, you can access the different transition options by clicking on a slide in the navigation pane (step 1 in the screenshot below). Then click the Animate button (step 2). Finally, click on the blue Add an Effect button (step 3). You can set the duration and direction as well as when you want to start the transition.

• Google Slides

If you’re a Google Slides user, you’ll find your transition effects by first clicking on a slide in the navigation pane (step 1). Then look for the Transition button in the menu bar (step 2). The Transitions pane will appear on the right. Choose from the 7 different transition options (step 3) as you see below:

Where to Find Animation Effects?

This is what the Animations tab look like in PowerPoint. It’s categorized into Entrance, Emphasis, Exit (not shown), and Motion Paths (not shown). If you want to view the complete list of animations, then check out the extra options inside the red box below.

You can access the different object animation options by first clicking on the object you want to animate (step 1). Then click on the Animate button (step 2). As you can see below, there are three tabs: Build In, Action, Build Out (step 3). These 3 are the Keynote equivalent to PowerPoint’s Entrance, Emphasis, and Exit effects.

In Google Slides, you would also need to click first on the object you want to animate. Right-click and select Animate   to access the Transitions side panel. Then click on Add Animation like you see below:

Just like the Transition effects, you only have a limited number of object animation options in Google Slides (13 to be exact).

Why Use Animations and Transitions in Your Presentation?

Here are a few good reasons why you should consider adding animations and transitions to your PowerPoint (and Keynote / Google Slides) presentations:

• Enhance your presentation’s appearance

You don’t need to add any effects to your presentation. But, I promise you, if you use the right animation and transition effects, you can transform your entire presentation’s appearance. From boring to fun and even dramatic, it’s all possible with animations and transitions.

• Emphasize key points

This is especially easy to do with object animation. For example, if you’re presenting a numbered list or some bullet points, you can set each point to appear one after the other. This means you get some time to discuss each point without your audience reading ahead to the next items on your list.

• Control the pace

When you show everything at once on the screen, then it’s a given that everyone will know what you’re about to say. However, with animations, you can control the pace of your presentation. You can build up some ‘drama.’ When the time comes for the big ‘reveal,’ use the right animation to achieve your desired effect!

• Grab people’s attention

Animations and slide transitions are useful in grabbing people’s attention. Even if your audience isn’t looking directly at the screen, any slight movement on your slides can get them to look at your slides again. Use animations sparingly though. You don’t want people to stop looking at your slides altogether simply because they literally felt sick from watching your animations!

Best Practices When Adding Transitions and Animations to Slides

You’ve probably heard of “death by PowerPoint” by now. Well, do you know its cousin, “motion sickness by PowerPoint?” If you’ve ever sat on a presentation which used tons of transitions and animations, and found yourself a bit dizzy after, then you’ve experienced motion sickness.

I’m sure you don’t want to subject your audience to this unpleasant feeling. For best results, follow these practices when adding various animations to your slides:

• Keep it simple

Yes, there are tons of fancy animation options in PowerPoint, but it doesn’t mean you need to use most, or all, of them in your presentation. Can you imagine how your audience is going to react when they see you’ve added an animation effect to every single element on each slide? It would be a disaster, I can assure you.

Let’s say you’ve got 10-20 elements (text, images, icons, shapes, etc.) on each slide. And you add entry, emphasis and exit animation effects to each element . This translates to at least 30 animations on just a single slide! If I were sitting in your presentation, I’d be walking out after the first slide (yes, it’s that bad).

• Ask yourself this question: would this animation make my presentation better?

When answering this question, try to be as objective as possible. Sure, adding fancy effects may look “cool.” But not if it’s at your audience’s expense. With that said, if your answer is “yes,” then, by all means, go ahead and add the animation. Otherwise, it’s best to forego adding that particular effect.

• Use the same transition effect for all slides

In line with the principle of keeping things simple, it’s best to use a single transition effect for all your slides. It can get confusing for your audience if you mix it up. For example, if you decide to use a simple fade transition, then consider using that for all your slides. Here’s how you do this in PowerPoint:

In the Transition pane, choose the effect you want to use. Then click the Apply To All button, like you see below:

Unfortunately, Keynote doesn’t have the same shortcut button for transitions. So, if you want to apply the same transition effect to all slides, you’d need to manually select all the slides in the slide navigator. You can use the keyboard shortcut: command + a . Then click on the Animate button and select the transition effect you want to use for all slides. Here’s a screenshot of the different transition effects in Keynote:

For Google Slides users, you’re in luck. Because just like PowerPoint, you can apply the same transition effect to all your slides. Simply click the Transition button to open up the Transitions pane. Then, select your preferred transition effect and click that magic Apply to all slides button. Here’s how it looks like:

• Preview the animations

Preview all the animations you’ve added and try to look at your presentation slides objectively. When you practice your speech, time the animations to coincide with what you’re saying. Or, say, for instance, make an object appear or exit with your timed pauses.

It shouldn’t take you more than a second or two to decide if an animation actually adds value to your presentation. If it distracts from the main point, then perhaps you may want to replace it with a non-headache-inducing effect. Or better yet, totally remove it from the slide.

Fine-tune your animation if you need to. At the end of the day, it’s your audience who’s going to decide if your presentation is awesome or if it’s a total bust. Remember, no one’s going to complain if you use zero animations on your slides. But trust me, you’re going to hear something negative if you use one too many!

The Top Slide Transitions and Animations for Business Presentations

The saying “less is more” holds absolutely true in all kinds of presentations. You don’t want to crowd your slides with too much information. You don’t want it to look like there are a million things going on in there.

Why? Because it distracts from your role as a speaker and presenter. You want people’s attention to be on you and what you’re saying – not on your slides. PowerPoint slides are supposed to be used as mere visual aids. They’re not the star of your presentation – YOU ARE!

With that said, below are the top transitions and animations that are most commonly used in PowerPoint business presentations. For Keynote and Google Slides users, use animations that are similar to the effects outlined below:

Best Transition Animations in PowerPoint

• Fade – this is an old favorite among business presenters. The previous slide will ‘fade’ away to reveal the next slide. You can choose to have the previous slide fade smoothly or have it fade through black.
• Push – this effect makes the previous slide ‘push’ the new slide into view. You can use this effect to connect related slides. For instance, if your timeline spans two slides, then you can use this effect to let your audience know the slides are connected. You can choose from 4 different effect options: push from the bottom, left, right, and top.
• Cut – this actually works like a much faster fade effect. The previous slide will disappear almost instantly and the current slide will appear in its place.
• Cover – this is a relatively simple transition effect. The new slide will essentially cover the previous slide. You can choose to have the new slide move in from 8 different directions.
• Uncover – this is the exact opposite of the Cover effect. Instead of the new slide moving in and covering the previous slide, it’s going to be the previous slide moving out of the way to quickly reveal the new slide.

Best Animation Effects in PowerPoint

As mentioned earlier, there are several object animations you can choose from in PowerPoint. These are categorized into 4: entrance, emphasis, exit and motion paths animation.

For business presentations, it’s important to not get caught up at the prospect of having multiple options at your fingertips. I know it’s easier said than done, but think of how much time you can save if you don’t overthink your animation options.

That being said, I do realize that presentations aren’t equal and some fancy effects may be necessary to get your point across. But for the most part, basic animation effects are usually enough for business presentations.

Entrance Animation Effects

If you don’t want your slide elements to appear all at once, then you may want to add entrance animation to some objects. You can set it to start (1) on click, (2) with previous animation, or (3) after the previous animation. You can also set how long you want the animation to last (duration), or even apply a delay to your animation.

Go to Animations > More Entrance Effects for a complete list of effects in this category. Here’s a screenshot of all available entrance effects in PowerPoint:

Appear , Fade and Wipe entrance animation effects are great (and simple) options if you want to animate something in your business slides.

Emphasis Animation Effects

One of the best ways to draw attention to a specific object on your slide is to use an emphasis animation effect. These effects can only be applied to objects that are already on the slide. So, if you’ve applied entrance animation to the same object, then the emphasis effect is going to happen AFTER it’s made an entry and is already on the slide. Also, objects with emphasis effect aren’t going to disappear from your slide (that’s what the exit animation effect is for).

Go to Animations > More Emphasis Effects for a complete list of effects in this category. Here’s a screenshot of all options:

Note that not all emphasis effects are going to be available for all kinds of elements. For example, if you want to animate an image , then options like Font Color, Bold Flash, Brush Color, etc. are going to be greyed out and will be unclickable. If you want to animate a certain shape, then Shimmer, Underline, Grow With Color, etc. are not going to be available, and so on.

For most business presentations, go over the available Basic and Subtle emphasis effects first (but skip the Grow/Shrink and Spin options). Remember, you want to add value to your presentation, not give your audience a headache!

Exit Animation Effects

Exit animations are used if you want an element to disappear from your slide. This is especially helpful if you’re trying to convey a point where a specific element is no longer needed.

Go to Animations > More Exit Effects   for a complete list of available effects in PowerPoint. Here’s what it looks like:

For business presentations, the best exit animations are Disappear, Dissolve Out, Wipe, Fade, Float Down, and Float Up. The objects will exit from the slide, but won’t cause visual anxiety to your audience.

Motion Path Animation Effects

PowerPoint may not be known as an animation software. But if you know how to use motion path animation, then you can easily take your presentation to the next level. You can use it to tell effective stories and demonstrate certain points in your presentation. If you want to understand more about how motion path animation works, and how you can use it to make your presentation stand out, then I recommend you read this article .

For a complete list of motion path effects, go to Animations > More Motion Paths . Here’s a screenshot:

Adding Sound Effects to Animations

Sound effects may not be necessary for most business presentations. But in cases where you absolutely need to add some sound effects to your slide animations, then here’s how:

1. Click on the element you want to animate

2. Go to the Animations tab and choose your animation

3. Click on Animation Pane (still in the Animations tab)

4. In the Animation Pane , click on the animation you want to add the sound effect to. A small triangle will appear on the right. Click on this triangle to reveal more options. Then click on Effect Options .

5. In the Effect tab, click on Sound and choose from the available options. Then click OK.

For Mac PowerPoint users, the same steps will apply. However, the interface will look different from Windows. Here’s where you can find the Sound effects for your selected animation:

Just like all the other animation effects I’ve discussed in this article, it’s best to use sound effects sparingly. If it’s not going to add any value to your presentation, then consider not using it at all.

Many business presentations should follow the ‘less is more’ principle. Don’t depend on animations to impress your audience as it can quickly backfire. Instead, focus on getting them to listen to you and engage with you throughout your presentation.

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Is your PowerPoint presentation boring? Spice it up by adding transitions between your slides! Slide transitions are effects that happen when you move from one slide to the next during a presentation and can make your presentation a little more interesting. This wikiHow article shows you how to add transitions to PowerPoint on your PC or Mac, and using the mobile app using an Android, iPhone, or iPad.

Things You Should Know

• Add a transition from one slide to another by selecting an option from the "Transition" tab.
• Click or tap "Apply to all" if you want that transition to appear on every slide throughout your presentation.
• If you don't apply a single transition to all your slides, you can use different ones on each slide.

• Click a transition to see a preview of it.
• For example, if you have slide 3 picked and choose a "Fade" transition, slide 2 will fade out to reveal slide 3.

• There is also "Sound" so you can set a specific sound to that transition and "Duration" so you can adjust how long the transition effects last.

• If you want to remove a transition, click None under the Transitions tab. Repeat this and click Apply to all to remove all the transitions in your presentation. [1] X Trustworthy Source Microsoft Support Technical support and product information from Microsoft. Go to source
• Slides that have a transition display a star icon in the slide panel.

• This method works for Android, iPhone, and iPad.

• If you're using a phone, tap the "Edit" icon (it looks like an "A" next to a pencil) at the top of your screen, then tap Home and Transitions .

• If you want to remove a transition, tap None under the Transitions tab. Repeat this and tap Apply to all to remove all the transitions in your presentation. [2] X Trustworthy Source Microsoft Support Technical support and product information from Microsoft. Go to source

Community Q&A

• Use transitions that fit the tone of your presentation. If you are creating a professional slideshow to show your boss, adding goofy effects or excessive and irrelevant sounds will take away from your presentation. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
• You do not have to add a transition between every slide in order to create a flowing outcome. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0
• Once you save your presentation and download it , the transitions that you've applied will also download with the PowerPoint. Thanks Helpful 0 Not Helpful 0

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Do you have a new PowerPoint presentation to design? It's key to capture your audience's attention. Creating an eye-catching animated presentation is a great way to do that! Try using animated PowerPoint templates.

Let's look at the best premium cool animated PowerPoint templates from Envato Elements. Premium cool animated PowerPoint templates include built-in animations.

But, if you're on a tight budget, you can still get some good results. You'll also see  over 20 free PowerPoint presentations with animation effects .  

What PowerPoint Animation Templates Are Available & How Are They Used?

Cool animated PowerPoint templates move objects on your slide. They also help you change slides nicely and control the pace.

There are a wide variety of animation effects available in PowerPoint. You may not be sure how animations are used. Typically, animation effects are used in three ways:

The animations that apply to an entire slide are called transitions between slides . Common transition effects include:

• random bars
• fly-through
• and many more!

No matter what type of spectacular animated PowerPoint presentation slide you're using, the purpose is the same. They add visual interest to your presentation and attract the attention of your audience.

5 Great Animated PowerPoint Templates (Premium) From Envato Elements

Need help to find your perfect PPT? Here are some of the best animated PowerPoint templates from Envato Elements. Each one includes PowerPoint slide animation elements:

1. Herov1 PowerPoint Animated Presentation Template

The Hero Animated PowerPoint template has tons of advantages. First, you'll get lots of choices with this PowerPoint template designed by the pros. There are a hundred unique slides. Also, choose between ten color variations. Plus, there are 20 PPTX files of full animations for a 16:9 aspect ratio.

2. HEXA - Animated PPT Background Template

This clean animated PPT template has easy-to-edit animations and transitions. Its custom animations are better than PowerPoint's built-in options. Get over 30 modern, creative slides. It's based on master slides to help you with consistency. Some of the slide types include:

• section break slides
• handcrafted infographic
• portfolio or gallery slide
• device mockup (smartphone, tablet, laptop)

It's definitely one of the best animated PowerPoint templates! 

3.  Corporate Animated Presentation Template

Don't overlook this animated presentation template. It's labeled as "corporate", but it works well for many purposes. It comes with:

• animation and transitions
• based on free fonts
• based on master pages
• 70 different slides

4.  Crystal - Animated PPT Background Template

The Crystal template is an attractive option with animations and transitions. There are 77 different slides that you can use in your presentation. Plus, it's based on free fonts to save you money. Also, if features:

• infographic elements
• charts and graphs
• maps and icons

5.  Arezzo - PPT Animation Templates

The Arezzo PPT Animation Template has an elegant look. It's fully animated with many creative multipurpose slides to base your slideshow on. It also works with three different aspect rations (16:9, 4:3 and US Letter).

It's easy to update. Also find included PDF help guide file will get you started. All the above makes this one of the best animated PowerPoint templates to work with.

6.  META - Unique Slides Presentation v2

The META PPT template is a sleek one. It has over 200 creative slides and has both light and dark versions. There's also a pack with more than 2000 vector icons you can use.

As if that wasn't enough, you'll find over 100 device mockups and drag-and-drop image placeholders.

7.  Terria - PowerPoint Template

The Terria PowerPoint Template features animated slides and no less than five color variations. You can edit every single slide according to your business needs. 

With Terria, you'll also find:

• Over 150 slides
• high quality infographics
• picture placeholders
• fully customizable items

8.  Dumiric - PowerPoint Template

This clean presentation template is a great fit for e-commerce projects. The animated slides aren't the only cool feature you'll get with the Dumiric PowerPoint template.

With this download, you'll also get:

• 5 premade colors
• 150+ slides, 30 slides for each color variation
• high resolution illustrations
• drag-and-drop picture placeholder
• and so much more!

9.  Slides-X PowerPoint Presentation Template

This animated PPT template is suitable for nearly any presentation you can imagine. With 688 total slides and 344 unique layouts, you won't run out of designs to customize it. It also features:

• high quality graphics
• black and white version
• set of 1,000 icons
• drag-and-drop image placeholders

10.  Amios - PowerPoint Template

Looking for an animated PPT template with different color variations? Check this one out! The Amios PowerPoint template features over 150 slides, amazing infographics, and fully customizable items.

It's a great choice for any presentation purpose.

11.  Tomb - PowerPoint Template

The Tomb PowerPoint Template is made with SlideMaster. Its multipurpose layout comes in five different color variations. It features tons of modern icons, cool fonts, and customizable elements only.

If you need an animated PPT template for a fashion presentation, this could be it!

12.  Green Dashboards PowerPoint Presentation Template

Need to pitch a presentation with lots of data? The Green Dashboards PowerPoint template is your top choice. It's fully animated, but that's not all!

This cool PPT template features:

• 30 unique slides
• 10 PPTX Files
• 5 different color options
• dark and light versions
• and even more!

13.  Digital Marketing Strategy Template

As the title suggests, this template is the perfect match for a digital marketing presentation. It includes over 60 unique slides based on a master slide layout. Make the most of it with cool custom animations, drag-and-drop photo placeholders, and editable charts.

14.  Hevo - Business PowerPoint Template

Check out this modern and eye-catching template. Hevo is a perfect option for innovative business presentations, with many charts to show data in an attractive way. It also includes infographics, maps, and mockups. 

Customize this animated PPT template as you wish with:

• over 80 slides
• six color variations
• fully editable graphics

15.  City - PowerPoint Template

The City Powerpoint Template is a good fit for animated presentations related to urban planning, business, or ecology. It includes over 150 slides to choose from, so you can pick only those that better suit your needs. 

Easily replace the images with your own using the drag-and-drop feature. You can also choose from five different color variations. It's up to you!

30 Free Animated PowerPoint Templates for 2023

If your budget is tight, you may want to get a free animated PowerPoint template. A PowerPoint presentation with animation effects free to download can save you money, but its number of features is limited.

Before looking for a free animated PPT template online, check Envato's free offer. Try different premium templates (not always animated PowerPoint templates) at no cost.

Every month, Envato Elements offers 12 different hand-selected files. You find more than awesome PowerPoint templates with animation. The selection includes fonts, presentations, videos, and more. Create an account now to download this month's free premium files!

If you can't find what you need, the templates that come with PowerPoint are a good place to start. Let's look at a few free animations for PowerPoint.

Free Download Animated PowerPoint Templates From Microsoft

First, let's explore some  animated templates from PowerPoint for free . These free animated PowerPoint templates are built-in.

To find these animated PowerPoint templates for free, launch PPT. You should see some of the templates you've used recently, including default templates. Scroll up and down to find one you like.

To apply the free animated PowerPoint templates, just click on the one you like. Here are some of the animated PowerPoint templates that are free to download:

1. Animate Title Spirals

This is one of the many animated PowerPoint templates that are free. Its cover slide has a purple background and moving spirals.

2. Animated Infographic Slides

This free animated PowerPoint template also features moving background for PowerPoint objects on the title slide. It comes with a total of four slide designs.

3. Animated Tree Growth Graphic

The objects on this nature-themed slide are also free animations for PowerPoint.

4. Animated Title Clouds

Watch the gray storm clouds float across this option of animated templates in PowerPoint for free.

5. Animated Scale Graphic

This unique free animation PowerPoint template has a master slide with a moving scale graphic.

6. Timeline Progression Course

These free interactive animated slides templates are red and black. Each one is animated.

7. Animated Title Geometric

Here's a modern title slide template with bright, colorful squares. It's a nice example of animated templates for PowerPoint for free.

8. Powerful Presentations 

This is one of many cool animated PowerPoint templates. It comes with an animated cover slide and 16 more slide designs.

9. Animated Gauge Graphic

These gauges actually turn on! These awesome PowerPoint templates are fun and unique. Work with functional animated templates in PowerPoint for free.

10. Animated Title Lights

This title slide template has a moving background for PowerPoint. The title text appears on the slide. It's a simple and beautiful free PPT with animated slides templates.

11. Animated Title Circles

This is a colorful and free PowerPoint animated templates cover slide. It has moving circles.

12. Animated Grass Slide

This is a nature-inspired example of PowerPoint animation templates. It has a moving background for Powerpoint featuring a field of grass. It's one of the animated PowerPoint templates that are free to download.

More Free Download Animated PowerPoint Templates

There are other sources for free download animated PowerPoint templates, of course. Here are some of the sources we found:

• SlideHunter
• PPTTemplate.net

Their availability depends on the hosting site. Also, some of these free PowerPoint animations require that you provide attribution. Read the terms of use carefully.

Here's a list of more free PPT templates with animation:

13. Airport Station Free Animated PowerPoint Templates

These awesome PowerPoint templates with animation have an airport-related design. It's perfect for this topic.

14. Vital Signs Animated T emplates for PowerPoint Free Download  

This free interactive PowerPoint template could be used for a medical presentation.

15. Green Life Animated PowerPoint Templates for Free

These cool animated PowerPoint templates show a green layout with fun transitions.

16. 3D Business Free PowerPoint Animated Templates  

This animation PowerPoint template is perfect to talk about your business and team. It's an awesome PowerPoint templates with animation.

17. Animated Slides Templates by PowerPoint School  

Multipurpose, colorful, and fun animated PowerPoint templates for free.

18.  Lead Generation Model - PowerPoint Animation Free Template

This free interactive PowerPoint template focuses on a funnel slide illustration for the process.

19. Fishery Marine Animated PowerPoint Templates for Free  

These free animated PowerPoint templates work great for school. They also help to talk about marine biology and the ocean.

20. Heart Cardiogram - Free PowerPoint Animated Templates

This is another free animation PowerPoint template to talk about health matters.

21. Summer Fun Free Animated PowerPoint Templates  

These animated templates for PowerPoint are free. With a green color scheme, they're ideal to discuss outdoor activities.

22. Dream Love Free Animated PowerPoint Templates

This free animation PowerPoint template is ideal for wedding planners or Valentine's Day.

23. Modern Creative Animated Powerpoint Templates for Free

No presentation is complete without an animated PPT to share it with. This is one of those PowerPoint animation templates that are useful for many purposes .

24. Freelancer Animated Templates for Powerpoint Free Download

This is animation PowerPoint template is for freelancers. You can play with the animated slides templates and add your own photos.

25. Floriculture Free Powerpoint Animated Templates

If you’re looking for free animated PPT templates to download, this is a cool choice for gardening presentations.

26.  Colorful Studio Free PowerPoint Animated Templates

27. Corporate Agreement Animated Slides Templates for PowerPoint

Free animated PowerPoint templates can be helpful. This one is good to create an attractive corporate agreement.

28. Cigarette Tobacco Animated Templates for PowerPoint Free Download

Need animated PowerPoint templates for free? Try this template in your next business presentation

29. Creativity Space Studio Free Powerpoint Animated Templates

Are you pitching your creative business to investors? Animated PowerPoint templates like this help you make a great impression.

30. Enterprise Architecture Animated Powerpoint Templates for Free

This is one of many animated PowerPoint templates that are free to download . It's ideal to talk about an organization’s enterprise architecture

Why Use a Premium Presentation Template?

Free animated PowerPoint templates can't match premium PowerPoint animation templates . With a free option, you'll miss out on some of the benefits of pro PPT animation templates.

Check out the premium animated PowerPoint templates you'll find on Elements:

Animated PPT Templates

Get unlimited access to hundreds of PPT templates. All with an Envato Elements subscription.  Your subscription even gets you access to over 1,000 Tuts+ video courses.

How to Customize Animated PowerPoint Templates

We've talked a lot about PPT animation templates in this article. As you can see, they're effective ways to save time and use the best animations that aren't native to PowerPoint.

This section will show you that PowerPoint animation templates are the starting point. They're totally customizable! 

We're going to customize three slides in three steps each. Let's get started:

1. The Testimonial Slide

Slide 34 is a great way to show user feedback. Testimonials share potential clients that what you offer is proven to help others. This one's clean and it's easy to customize. Here's how:

• Add an image . Click on the image placeholder, then browse to a replacement.
• Update text . Include a user's testimonial to really drive the user experience to a potential customer.
• Slim down the text . We always coach presenters to reduce the total amount of text on a slide. 

2. The Animated Chart

We're always advising our readers to use charts and graphs to show data. And as we shared in a tip earlier, animation takes a chart to the next level. Here's how to customize slide 14, an animated chart.

• Update data . Right-click the existing chart and choose  Edit Data  to open an embedded Excel window. Then, type over the placeholder data and your chart will update in realtime.
• Add your image . The default slide is designed to show a candidate's skill set. But there's no reason that you couldn't show other data in action. Either way, click on the image placeholder and browse to a replacement.
• Update text . Each text box is waiting for your copy. All you've got to do is type inside and fill in your details. Get creative with how to show your data.

3. The Three Box Portfolio

A portfolio is always a chance to put your best work front-and-center. Slide 19 is a great way to show your three favorite works with enough animation. Let's customize it:

• Update portfolio pieces . Click on the image placeholders and browse to the images or screenshots to add your favorite portfolio items.
• Update the branding . Click on any of the shapes on this slide, then choose the  Format > Shape Fill  dropdown ribbon option to choose a color that matches your preference.
• Update the text . As always, it only takes a few seconds to type over the text placeholders to add your specifics. Give your portfolio items a brief, one-line description.

5 Quick PowerPoint Animation Tips for 2023

Here's what you've already learned:

• There are free animated PPT templates out there. Sometimes, they're "good enough" for your presentation.
• Premium PowerPoint animation templates give you smoother animations.

No matter what type of template you choose, it helps to have tips to work with animated PowerPoint templates. For these tips, we'll be working with the premium template,  HEXA - PowerPoint Presentation Template .

Here are five of our top tips for presenters of all skill levels:

1. Adjust PowerPoint Animation Sequencing

Arguably the most important part is sequencing your animations correctly. After all, you don't want to show the punchline of a joke first, right?

To adjust your animation sequencing, make sure you're on the  Animations tab. Click  Animation Pane  on the ribbon. Each box on the right side corresponds to the order of an object's animation. Drag-and-drop to sequence them in the proper order. 

2. Use Animations Sparingly

This tip might come as a surprise. An entire article centered around animations, yet now we're suggesting that you skip most animations?

The point of animation is to stand out from the rest of the content in your presentation. If you start adding animation to every element, you're likely to overwhelm an audience.

Less is more. Use only one to two key animations per slide to keep your slides readable.

3. Adjust an Animation's Duration

An animation's  duration  refers to the speed at which it plays. Adjust it by selecting an object, then making sure you're on the  Animations  panel.

Change the  Duration  time box, shown in the upper right corner of the screenshot below. Click  Preview  to play it.

4. Add Animations to Infographics

More presenters than ever use infographics  to explain those complex ideas, visually.

Herein lies the power of PowerPoint animations. When you build an infographic to explain ideas, you're leveraging graphics to explain ideas. Your audience is sure to appreciate that.

To take the idea to the next level, use animations to stage the infographic onto the slide in steps. Showing the content one step at a time makes it easier to understand. 

Learn more about infographics with the help of our guide below:

5. Use Slide Transitions

The focus of this tutorial was to add animations or motion that affect slide objects. There's another type of animation that many presenters use: slide transitions. 

Slide transitions are the animations that play to transform one slide into the next. They're a good way to re-capture the audience's attention and shift to a new talking point.

To add a slide transition, jump to the  Transitions  tab and choose an animation effect. You'll instantly see a preview. Try to stick to simple animations, much like the tips we've already shared for object animations.

5 Cool PowerPoint Animation Trends for 2023

You’ve explored the best animated PowerPoint templates, premium and free. Once you’ve chosen one, always embrace the latest trends to make sure you build a successful slide deck. Here are five of the latest:

1. Animated Infographics to Share Ideas

Infographics combine information and graphics to craft beautiful visuals. Bring them to life with animated PowerPoint templates. 

Infographics in PPT animation templates help you explain processes in a simple way. Animating them helps you control the pace and keep audiences focused.

2. Step-by-Step Animations for Smooth Flow

Imagine an animated PPT templates slide featuring many pieces of content. If you want to introduce them in order, step-by-step animations help you do it. Luckily, they’re featured in many animated PPT decks.

You can also change up animation order yourself, right inside PowerPoint. Learn how here:

3. Device Mockup Animations to Intro Your App

Device mockups illustrate your app or site by showing it on actual screens. Adding a bit of animation lets you call out key features and control the timing.

These are very popular in 2023. Mockups like these are powerful graphics that you won’t find in animated PPT templates free download.

4. Animated Quizzes to Engage Audiences

Let’s face it: no audience wants only to be lectured to. They want involvement. That’s why it’s a great idea to build an animated quiz to boost interaction. It’s easy to do in PowerPoint, and it’s one of the top animated PPT trends for 2023.

Check out our full tutorial and start building your animated quiz now:

5. Icon Animations to Illustrate Key Ideas

Animated PPT templates free up time for you to focus on your ideas. But sometimes, it’s hard to know how to call attention to key areas of a slide.

That’s where animated icons come in. They’re easy to add and instantly capture audience attention. 

Discover More Great PowerPoint Presentation Templates for 2023

Still looking for the perfect PowerPoint presentation template for your slideshow? Here are some great templates to inspire you:

5 Benefits of Using Professional Animated PowerPoint Templates (in 2023)

Still considering to download a free PowerPoint animated template? These are five reasons to use a professional animated PowerPoint template in 2023:

• You save time . Save on hours and hours of design creation time. Templates give you a head start — you may even create your presentation in record time. Above all, it's nice to not have to worry too much about any design elements as it's all taken care of by a professional. 
• Pro design animation and elements.  Content matters, but so does the design of your presentation. A well-designed animated PPT template ensures excellence in your final product.
• Create a good impression.  A well-designed PPT gives an excellent impression of you and your brand. Impress your audience and keep their engaged throughout your presentation. 
• Pick the best template and animation that suits your needs. One of the best parts of using a professional template is you've got a choice. Choose from loads of best modern templates out there. This way, you'll know precisely how your proposal will look like even before you get started.  
• The slides and animations stand out . Most presentations will use the Microsoft built-in animated presentation templates. These premium PPT animation templates are sure to stand out. Your peers likely won't use custom PPT animation designs.

Benefits of Envato Elements (The Power of Unlimited Use)

Envato Elements is a powerful service for creatives. It's a flat-rate subscription that includes thousands of great PPT templates. Best of all, it's all available for a single low-cost rate!

Join Envato Elements. You'll get access to thousands of unlimited use graphics and templates. Choose from web themes to  PowerPoint animation templates , and more—all for one low price. 

Common PowerPoint Animation Questions Answered (FAQ)

Animated PowerPoint templates are a huge advantage. They save you the time of creating everything on a blank canvas. But you might still have questions about how to add your PowerPoint animations.

Here are five of the most common questions we receive from beginners while they work on mastering animation in PowerPoint:

1. Does Animation Work in PowerPoint Online?

Too often, the browser-based versions of apps are watered down and don't work with key features. You might be wondering about animation in PowerPoint Online. After all, there's no sense in spending time animating if they simply don't play.

The good news is that PowerPoint animations work in PowerPoint Online. Almost all animations are supported and work well. Learn more about PowerPoint Online with the help of our guide:

2. Are PowerPoint Animated Templates Customizable?

We're major proponents of using animated PowerPoint templates to save time. It's the best way to use professional designs without becoming a designer yourself.

Too many beginners think that templates are restrictive. They don't realize that a template is the beginning of a presentation.

You've seen a few slides customized above in our walkthrough section. Check out our feature-length guide to customize PowerPoint templates:

3. Can You Animate Data in PowerPoint?

Data is great. Showing data in cluttered, overly numeric slides? Not so great. That's why skilled presenters opt for charts and graphs.

Flat data comes to life with charts and graphs. It's easier to spot trends and infer meaning with the help of a chart.

Take charting to the next level with chart animations. Make sure to read our guide to learn chart animations in 60 seconds:

4. Can You Animate PowerPoint Backgrounds?

Traditionally, presenters thought about animating the basics: text, images, and slides . But modern design trends show us that background animations are cool.

Moving background for PowerPoint are fun and a great change of pace. They support animations much like every other object.

Learn how to make perfectly sized slide backgrounds in Photoshop:

5. Can You Export PowerPoint Presentations as Videos With Animations?

The answer to this one is, "yes." You can export a PowerPoint presentation with animations as a video file with the animations working as expected.

Learn how to export a finished video with animations included in our tutorial below:

Learn More About How to Use Animations in PowerPoint

If you're creating a slideshow with animations, you could design it from scratch. Check out our resource,  How To Use PowerPoint (Ultimate Tutorial Guide) . 

But starting from scratch could take some time. And your presentation might not end up looking how you want it to look. The tutorials below will help:

A much better option is to use a premium service such as Envato Elements. Download PowerPoint animation templates . You'll save time and the presentation templates are created by professional designers, so you know it'll look good. 

Download Our Free PDF eBook on Making Great Presentations

We've got the perfect match to any PowerPoint template. It'll help you learn how to write, design, and deliver great presentations.

Grab  The Complete Guide to Making Great Presentations now. It's FREE with a subscription to the Tuts+ Business Newsletter. Get your ideas formed into a powerful presentation that'll move your audience. 

Use a PowerPoint Presentation Template to Save Time

We shared some of the best-animated PowerPoint template resources. You saw free and premium options. You also learned how PowerPoint slide animations can make your presentation stronger. Plus, you now know how to use some of the most popular animation tools.

It's tempting to go for the PPT animation templates that are free online. But remember, your best choice are the PPT animation templates designed by the pros.

Save time with a  premium template from Envato Elements, and enjoy top-notch slide designs. Customize the templates by adding your own info and images. Why not get started on your next presentation now ? 

Good luck with your presentation!

Editorial Note:  Our staff updates this post regularly. We add new animated presentation templates with the best designs. This post has been updated with contributions from Barni Rajah ,  Andrew Childress , Maria Villanueva , and Renata Martin Intriago . Barni and Andrew are freelance instructors for Envato Tuts+. Maria is the Associate Editor of the Tuts+ Design channel. Renata is a staff writer with Envato Tuts+. 

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How to quickly make amazing PowerPoint slides with transition effects

9:47 am May 16, 2024 By Julian Horsey

Creating beautiful PowerPoint slides with transition effects can enhance your presentations and captivate your audience. Follow these steps to make your slides visually appealing and engaging:

Key Takeaways

• Open PowerPoint and select a template or create a new blank presentation.
• Design your slides by adding text, images, and other multimedia elements.
• Click on the “Transitions” tab in the PowerPoint ribbon.
• Choose a transition effect from the available options.
• Adjust the transition duration and other settings as needed.
• Apply the transition to all slides or specific slides as desired.
• Preview your presentation to ensure the transitions enhance the overall flow.
• Save your presentation and rehearse to ensure smooth delivery.

PowerPoint Slides & Transition Effects

When you embark on the journey to create beautiful PowerPoint slides , you are not just assembling a series of slides; you are crafting a visual story that captivates your audience. Transition effects play a crucial role in this process. They help to maintain the flow of your presentation and keep your audience engaged.

By incorporating transition effects , you can smoothly guide your viewers from one slide to the next, making your presentation more dynamic and visually appealing. These effects can range from simple fades to more complex animations, each adding a unique touch to your slides. The key is to use them judiciously to enhance your message without overwhelming your audience.

As you design your slides, consider how each transition can emphasize your key points and create a cohesive narrative. With the right balance, you can transform a standard presentation into a memorable experience. So, take the time to explore the various transition options available in PowerPoint and experiment with different combinations to find what works best for your content.

Benefits of Professional Microsoft PowerPoint Slides

When you create a PowerPoint presentation, you want to captivate your audience and keep their attention throughout. One effective way to achieve this is by incorporating beautiful slides with transition effects . These transitions can transform a mundane presentation into a dynamic and engaging experience.

Firstly, transition effects help in maintaining the flow of your presentation. They provide a seamless connection between slides, making your content appear more cohesive and professional. This can be particularly useful when you are presenting complex information that needs to be broken down into multiple slides.

Here are some key benefits of using transition effects in your PowerPoint slides:

• Enhanced Visual Appeal: Transition effects add a layer of sophistication to your slides, making them more visually appealing.
• Audience Engagement: Smooth transitions can keep your audience engaged, as they anticipate the next part of your presentation.
• Improved Focus: By using transitions, you can guide your audience’s attention to the most important points, ensuring they don’t miss critical information.
• Professionalism: Well-executed transitions can give your presentation a polished and professional look, which can be crucial in a business or academic setting.

Incorporating these elements into your PowerPoint slides not only enhances the overall aesthetic but also improves the effectiveness of your communication. So, the next time you prepare a presentation, don’t underestimate the power of beautiful slides with transition effects .

Step-by-Step PowerPoint Slide Transition Effect Guide

• Open PowerPoint : Launch the PowerPoint application on your computer.
• Create a New Presentation : Click on “File” and select “New” to start a new presentation.
• Add Slides : Use the “New Slide” button to add slides to your presentation.
• Design Your Slides : Customize each slide with text, images, and other content.
• Select a Slide : Click on the slide you want to add a transition effect to.
• Go to the Transitions Tab : Navigate to the “Transitions” tab in the PowerPoint ribbon.
• Choose a Transition Effect : Browse through the available transition effects and click on one to apply it to the selected slide.
• Customize the Transition : Use the options in the “Effect Options” menu to customize the transition effect.
• Set Transition Duration : Adjust the duration of the transition using the “Duration” box.
• Apply to All Slides : If you want the same transition effect on all slides, click “Apply To All.”
• Preview the Transition : Click the “Preview” button to see how the transition looks.
• Save Your Presentation : Save your presentation by clicking “File” and then “Save As.”

Troubleshoot Presentation Slide Transitions

When you’re working on creating stunning PowerPoint slides with transition effects, you might encounter some issues. Here’s how you can troubleshoot them effectively:

1. Check Your PowerPoint Version

• Ensure you are using a version of PowerPoint that supports advanced transition effects. Older versions may not have the same capabilities.

2. Verify Transition Settings

• Go to the “Transitions” tab and make sure the desired transition effect is selected.
• Adjust the duration and timing settings to see if that resolves the issue.

3. Update Your Software

• Make sure your PowerPoint software is up to date. Sometimes, bugs are fixed in newer updates.

4. Check for Conflicting Add-ins

• Disable any add-ins that might be interfering with the transition effects.

5. Test on a Different Device

• Try opening your presentation on another computer to see if the issue persists. This can help determine if the problem is with your device or the file itself.

6. Simplify Your Slides

• Sometimes, complex slides can cause issues. Try simplifying your slides to see if that helps.

7. Recreate the Slide

• If a particular slide is causing issues, try recreating it from scratch.

By following these steps, you should be able to troubleshoot and resolve most issues related to creating beautiful PowerPoint slides with transition effects.

Transition Tips and Tricks

When you’re working on your PowerPoint presentation, you want to make sure it stands out. Here are some tips and tricks to help you create stunning slides with transition effects:

Choose the Right Transition

• Not all transitions are created equal. Select transitions that complement the content of your slides.
• Avoid using too many different transitions; consistency is key.

Use Subtle Transitions

• Subtle transitions can make your presentation look more professional.
• Overly flashy transitions can distract from your message.

Adjust Transition Duration

• Set the duration of your transitions to match the pace of your presentation.
• Shorter durations can keep the audience engaged, while longer ones can be used for dramatic effect.

Preview Your Transitions

• Always preview your transitions to see how they look in the context of your entire presentation.
• Make adjustments as needed to ensure a smooth flow.

Combine with Animations

• Combine slide transitions with animations for a more dynamic presentation.
• Ensure that animations and transitions work well together and don’t overwhelm the audience.

By following these tips, you’ll be able to create a PowerPoint presentation that is both visually appealing and effective in conveying your message. By following these guidelines, you can transform your presentations into visually stunning experiences. Remember to choose the right transition effects that complement your content, maintain a consistent design theme, and avoid overloading slides with too much information. With practice and creativity, you will be able to create beautiful PowerPoint slides that captivate and engage your audience. Now, it’s time to apply these tips and watch your presentations come to life!

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Whether you’re presenting a slideshow to your executives, clients, or peers, you want to convey your message clearly and successfully, and at the very least prove that you know how to use PowerPoint . Unfortunately, many mistakes can be made when creating PowerPoint presentations.

Choose the fonts wisely

Select pleasing colors.

• Don’t overuse animations and effects

Use a standard presentation rule

From hard-to-read fonts to colors that hurt the eyes of your audience, here are some best practices to keep in mind for your next PowerPoint slideshow.

Using a fancy, dramatic, or even whimsical font can be tempting. But you must consider the readability of the font. You want your audience to easily see your headings and bullet points. Consider the two basic font styles: serif and sans serif.

Serif fonts are more decorative, have a classic appearance, and are frequently used in print publications. Each letter has a stroke that extends from a point in the letter. Popular serif styles include Times New Roman, Garamond, Georgia, and Baskerville.

Sans serif fonts are more precise, have a clean appearance, and are frequently used in digital publications. Each letter is clear-cut without wings or curves at its points. Popular sans serif styles include Arial, Verdana, Tahoma, and Calibri.

Because of the extended strokes, serif fonts can appear a bit blurry on a screen. This makes a sans serif font the favored choice. The bottom line is that you should remain consistent and use the same type, serif or sans serif, for all fonts in the slideshow.

The colors you use in your PowerPoint presentation can be just as important as the content. You want to use those that enhance the appearance of the slideshow, not distract or give your audience a headache.

As Microsoft’s Robert Lane explains in his article about combining colors in PowerPoint, mixing red and blue or red and green can cause eye strain. Plus, red and green mixtures are difficult to see for those with color blindness.

The article mentions that warm colors like reds, oranges, and yellows are eye-catching, whereas cool colors like blues, greens, and purples draw less attention. Additionally, lighter colors are more noticeable than dark.

One of the easiest ways to choose the colors for your presentation is to use a built-in theme. Select the Design tab and you’ll see a collection of Themes in the ribbon.

Once you select a theme, you can then use the Variants section to choose a different color scheme. Each scheme includes eight complementing colors. You can also pick the font style you want to use in the Variants drop-down menu.

Tip : You can also check out the Design Ideas if you need help with the layouts for your slides.

Don’t overuse animations and effects

Animations can be attention-grabbing additions to a slideshow. But if you overuse or misuse them, they can be detrimental to your presentation and actually turn off viewers. The best thing to do is consider your audience and slideshow’s purpose.

For instance, if you are presenting the slideshow to a classroom of 8-year-old students, animations can grab and hold their attention more than simple images or words. However, if you’re presenting to your company’s executive team or board of directors, animations can come across as unprofessional. Also, be wary of embedding videos in PowerPoint — only do so when relevant.

If you really want to include animations, make them subtle or purposeful. As an example, you may want to expand on each bullet point in your list. You can create an animation to display the bullet points one by one and only when you click.

To do this, select the first bullet point, go to the Animations tab, and choose the Appear effect. Then, in the Timing section of the ribbon, choose On click in the Start drop-down list. Do the same for each bullet point in your list.

This creates a simple animation that benefits your presentation. It doesn’t distract but instead keeps your audience focused on your current talking point.

What is the 10/20/30 rule of PowerPoint? What is the five-by-five rule? What about the 5/5/5 and seven-by-seven rules? Rules, rules, rules. These are different standards that many recommend using when it comes to creating PowerPoint presentations.

• The 10/20/30 rule : Have no more than 10 slides, a presentation no longer than 20 minutes, and a font size no smaller than 30 points.
• The five-by-five rule : Have no more than five words per line and five lines per slide.
• The 5/5/5 rule : Have no more than five words per line, five lines per slide, and five text-heavy slides in a row.
• The seven-by-seven rule : Have no more than seven words per line and seven lines per slide.

What each of these rules basically means is: Keep it simple.

The first rule, 10/20/30, is a good rule to follow for your overall presentation. While it may not always be possible, the more succinct a presentation, the more successful it will be.

The last three rules are helpful ones to follow when you’re adding text to your slides. As you know, presentations are visual. Using too much text means your audience is reading more than watching.

Hopefully, these best practices will help you create a memorable and effective slideshow. For other ways to enhance your presentation, look at how to add audio to the slides or how to  include music in PowerPoint .

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Change, remove or turn off animation effects

In PowerPoint, you can change one animation effect applied to an object for another, modify the settings for an animation, or remove the animation from the object.

Change an animation effect

Select the object that has the animation effect that you want to change.

On the Animations tab, select the new animation that you want.

Remove one animation effect

You can remove animation effects that you previously applied to text or objects (such as pictures, shapes, SmartArt graphics, and so on).

Note:  If you're looking for information on removing a transition effect from an entire slide, see Add, change, or remove transitions between slides .

On the Animations tab, select  Animation Pane .

On the slide, select the animated object that you want to remove the effect from.

Tip:  All of the effects applied to that object are highlighted in the Animation Pane.

In the Animation Pane , select the effect you want to remove, select the down arrow, and then select  Remove .

Remove more than one or remove all animation effects

To remove more than one animation effect from text or an object, in the Animation Pane , press Ctrl, click each animation effect that you want to remove, and then press Delete.

To remove all animation effects from text or an object, click the object that you want to stop animating. Then, on the Animations tab, in the gallery of animation effects, click None .

Turn off all animations in a presentation

Although you can't remove all animations from an entire presentation in one step (you have to remove animations from each object individually, as described above), you can disable all animations in your presentation.

On the Slide Show tab, select Set Up Slide Show .

Under Show options , select Show without animation .

Animate text or objects

Note:  If you're looking for information about changing or removing transitions between slides, see Add, edit, or remove transitions between slides .

To change or remove an animation effect you've created, select the slide you want, click the Animations tab, and then use the Animations pane on the right to edit or rearrange effects.

In the Animations pane, you can do any of the following:

Move or delete an animation     Select the effect in the Animations pane. At the top of the pane, click the arrow keys to change the order of your animations, or click the red X to delete an animation.

To delete all animations from a slide at once, click the first item in the list, press and hold the SHIFT key as you click on the last item in the list, and then click the red X.

Change to a different animation     Select the effect in the Animations pane, and click a different effect in the ribbon on the Animations tab.

Add another animation to the same object     First select the text or object on the slide (not in the Animations pane), and then click the additional effect you want to apply.

Change the effect properties     Select the effect in the Animations pane and make the changes you want under Effect Options .

The settings available here depend on the type of animation you selected. This example shows the options for a Fly In animation.

Change the effect timing     Select the effect in the Animations pane and make the changes you want under Timing . Options include how the animation is triggered, how long it lasts, and whether you want to delay its start or repeat it.

For longer animations that might get triggered again during your presentation, you can choose Rewind when done playing to speed things up a little bit the second time around.

If you want to disable animations from an entire presentation, click the Slide Show tab, click Set Up Slide Show , and then select Show without animation .

Animate text and objects

Animate text and objects with motion paths

Animate or make words appear one line at a time

Animate bullet points one at a time

Add, edit, or remove transitions between slides

On the Animations tab, select    Animation Pane .

Tip:  All of the effects applied to that object are highlighted in the Animation pane.

Remove more than one animation effect at once

In the Animation pane, multi-select the effects you want to remove: Press and hold Ctrl while you select each animation effect in turn. 

Tip:  To remove all the animation effects from a single object at once, you can select the object, then on the Animations tab, open the Animations gallery and select None .

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