Every project needs a starting point, and if you're using PowerPoint for the first time, you'll want to start with a quick exploration of the program. Start up the application, look around the program window, and open a few menus. If you're upgrading from a previous version of PowerPoint, a quick look around will reveal some new features that you may find useful. In this chapter, you'll learn how to:
Start and exit PowerPoint
Switch between PowerPoint views
Work with the task pane
Display and hide toolbars
Turn off the Personalized Menus feature