Creating and delivering presentations is a common task in both professional and educational settings. While the term "apresentação" refers to presentations in Portuguese, the Windows environment offers several tools and applications to facilitate this process. This article will guide you through creating and delivering presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint, a widely-used application in the Windows ecosystem.

Creating a Presentation with PowerPoint:

1. Open PowerPoint:

   • Click on the Start menu.
   • Type "PowerPoint" and press Enter to open the application.

2. Create a New Presentation:

   • Select "Blank Presentation" or choose from a variety of templates.
   • Add slides by clicking "New Slide" in the "Home" tab.

3. Design Your Slides:

   • Use the "Design" tab to select themes and customize slide layouts.
   • Add text, images, charts, and other elements using the "Insert" tab.

4. Add Transitions and Animations:

   • Go to the "Transitions" tab to apply transitions between slides.
   • Use the "Animations" tab to animate text and objects within slides.

5. Review and Practice:

   • Use the "Slide Show" tab to start the presentation and practice your delivery.
   • Utilize the "Rehearse Timings" feature to time your presentation.

6. Save and Export:

   • Save your presentation by clicking "File" > "Save As."
   • Export your presentation as a PDF or video by selecting "Export" in the "File" menu.

Delivering a Presentation:

1. Set Up Your Environment:

   • Connect your computer to a projector or external display.
   • Ensure your display settings are configured correctly by right-clicking on the desktop and selecting "Display settings."

2. Start the Presentation:

   • Open your PowerPoint file.
   • Click on the "Slide Show" tab and select "From Beginning" to start the presentation.

3. Use Presenter View:

   • Enable "Presenter View" to see your notes and upcoming slides while presenting.
   • Navigate through slides using the arrow keys or a presentation remote.

Examples:

• Creating a Slide with Text and Image:

  1. Open PowerPoint and create a new slide.
  2. Click on "Insert" > "Text Box" to add text.
  3. Click on "Insert" > "Pictures" to add an image from your computer.

• Applying a Slide Transition:

  1. Select the slide you want to apply a transition to.
  2. Go to the "Transitions" tab.
  3. Choose a transition effect and adjust the duration.