By adding special formatting effects such as AutoShapes, shadows, and line styles, you can greatly enhance your presentation. For example, you can enliven an existing presentation in just a few minutes. Or you can design a presentation from scratch with a goal of using special formatting to create something unique and effective. To understand what works and what doesn't, experiment. Take a sample presentation and try some formatting techniques to find your favorites. One word of caution, though. It's easy to get carried away with special formats and effects. If you're creating a basic business presentation, you'll want to use these effects to enhance your presentation, not overwhelm it. Even if you're creating something other than a business presentation, remember to add formatting effects sparingly. The rule is to use restraint. In this example, a set of steps for achieving a goal was made more visually appealing by drawing it out and highlighting the goal, as discussed in this chapter. BeforeFigure 14.36.
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