{"id":10786,"date":"2022-04-28T09:52:17","date_gmt":"2022-04-28T09:52:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/?p=10786"},"modified":"2022-04-28T09:52:18","modified_gmt":"2022-04-28T09:52:18","slug":"21-design-hacks-to-present-like-a-pro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/21-design-hacks-to-present-like-a-pro\/","title":{"rendered":"21 Design hacks to Present like a Pro"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"100%\" height=\"100%\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3OLfyweSjs0\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p>Your speech may be perfect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But have you ever find hard to connect with your audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If yes, you need to take a second look at your presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this video, we\u2019ll share with you 21 design hacks that will help you ace your next presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stay with me till the end, because a bonus is waiting for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So let\u2019s jump into the first hack right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag0\"><strong>Illustrations to turn heads<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your audience can grasp meaning and context in a split second by looking at an illustration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This power can be used to communicate better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most presentations are boring and people tend to lose interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In that case, illustrations like these work like an anchor and a compass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Illustration-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Illustrations to turn heads\" class=\"wp-image-10790\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Illustration-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Illustration-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Illustration-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Illustration-1-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Illustration-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag1\"><strong>Show Numbers<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some presentations involve the need to present numerical data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Others are just vague information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even monotonous information can be transformed into meaningful numerical data.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add numbers to your presentation, so that it will make sense and easily digestible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Numbers-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Show numbers\" class=\"wp-image-10791\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Numbers-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Numbers-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Numbers-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Numbers-2-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Numbers-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag2\"><strong>Visualize with Photos<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just like illustrations, photos add meaning to your presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use high-quality photos that turn heads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t worry about the copyright implications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Picmaker offers millions of premium as well as free stock photos to spice up your presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Photos-3-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Visualise with photos\" class=\"wp-image-10792\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Photos-3-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Photos-3-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Photos-3-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Photos-3-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Photos-3.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag3\"><strong>Split Color Effect<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While using colors is a pro tip to attract your audience, how to use the colors is something you need to know as a pro designer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, adding a single color to your slide is fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s more, fun is, playing with split colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It gives an appealing look to your presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Split-Colors-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Split color effects\" class=\"wp-image-10793\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Split-Colors-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Split-Colors-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Split-Colors-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Split-Colors-2-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Split-Colors-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag4\"><strong>Alternative color slides<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Just imagine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All the slides in your presentation are in the same color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s boring, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Anything that lacks variation is boring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Choose a max of 3 colors for your presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use them in your alternative slides and witness the difference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Alternative-Colors-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Alternative color slide orange\" class=\"wp-image-10794\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Alternative-Colors-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Alternative-Colors-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Alternative-Colors-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Alternative-Colors-1-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Alternative-Colors-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Alternative-Colors-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Alternative color slide grey\" class=\"wp-image-10795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Alternative-Colors-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Alternative-Colors-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Alternative-Colors-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Alternative-Colors-2-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Alternative-Colors-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag5\"><strong>Circles Everywhere<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get a chance to take a look at presentation templates, you\u2019ll notice something common.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most presentations use circle shapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because circles are flexible to use for backgrounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It can be a normal circle or a concentric one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use circles for better backgrounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Circles-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Circles everywhere\" class=\"wp-image-10797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Circles-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Circles-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Circles-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Circles-2-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Circles-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag6\"><strong>Data Visualization<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As I said, numbers grab attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What if you need to feature tons of numbers?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Data visualization is the only solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add graphical elements to your presentation, to visualize the numbers in a better way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Data-Visualisation-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Data Visualisation\" class=\"wp-image-10798\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Data-Visualisation-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Data-Visualisation-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Data-Visualisation-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Data-Visualisation-1-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Data-Visualisation-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag7\"><strong>Create for your target audience<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Before designing any presentation, define your target audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your presentation can be for children, teens, or for a corporate company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Kids presentation\" class=\"wp-image-10799\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-1-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Customize your design based on who you are presenting it to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Teens presentation\" class=\"wp-image-10800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-2-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This helps your audience to connect with you easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-3-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Corporate presentation\" class=\"wp-image-10801\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-3-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-3-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-3-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-3-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Target-Audience-3.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag8\"><strong>Link it<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Another hack to make your presentation interactive is by adding links.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t struggle to find the right source of information in the middle of your presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just add the link to the respective words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s not all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With Picmaker, you can link your slides in a snap of a second.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag9\"><strong>Power of Call-to-Action<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So what is a call to action?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A call to action drives your audience to take your desired action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What do you want your audience to do after consuming your presentation?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you want them to contact you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Or visit your website?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just invite them to do the relevant action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s that easy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Call-to-action-3-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Call to action\" class=\"wp-image-10802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Call-to-action-3-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Call-to-action-3-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Call-to-action-3-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Call-to-action-3-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Call-to-action-3.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag10\"><strong>Play with Transparency<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a small design hack but a powerful one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you add a text, play with its transparency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It gives an overlay effect to your slide and adds a modern touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag11\"><strong>All Caps<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In case you want to emphasize a word or a heading, use UPPERCASE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It draws attention to the text and makes the audience understand what\u2019s important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So next time when you want to stress a word in your presentation, all caps will help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/All-Caps-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/All-Caps-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/All-Caps-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/All-Caps-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/All-Caps-2-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/All-Caps-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag12\"><strong>Contrasting Colors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes contrasting colors add uniqueness to a presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Most contrasting colors are dark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And people not just like dark mode, but love it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use this psychology to make a splash on stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Contrast-Colors-2-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10804\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Contrast-Colors-2-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Contrast-Colors-2-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Contrast-Colors-2-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Contrast-Colors-2-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Contrast-Colors-2.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag13\"><strong>Show, don\u2019t tell &#8211; Maps<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A wise man once said, \u201cShow, don\u2019t tell\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter who told this, but, it applies perfectly to your presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you mention a location, show them where on the map.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This allows your audience to experience your story through graphics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maps-3-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10805\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maps-3-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maps-3-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maps-3-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maps-3-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Maps-3.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag14\"><strong>Good-looking Tables<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Table is again a type of low-key data visualization technique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you can put your data on table, do it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What\u2019s fun in adding paragraphs to all your slides?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Patterns in your data can be easily showcased with tables.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tables-1-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10806\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tables-1-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tables-1-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tables-1-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tables-1-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.picmaker.com\/tutorials\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Tables-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"tag15\"><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s paramount that your audience must know what your presentation is all about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If they have no clue about what\u2019s coming next, 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