Sunday, January 11, 2015

By Enid Hinton


The popularity of PowerPoint cannot be disputed but the market share is quickly being eroded. The new applications seek to capitalize on other operating systems other than windows as well as offer alternatives for graphics and idea pitching. That said, what is better than PowerPoint for presentations? The list is based on the options offered by the alternative software and how these options make presentation easier.

Powtoon- the app provides a simplified storyline that makes ideas and facts easy to follow and understand. It comes with additional graphics that cannot be compared to what MS Office offers. Animation inspires your audience and helps to create an intriguing performance. The final slide is easy to tap and convert into a video that can play on multiple operating systems and platforms.

Prezi- this is a fast rising app for non-linear presentation. It works by zooming graphics into view other than moving from one slide to the other. It offers a perfect alternative if you want to shift or relate ideas and points that are distantly placed. You will avoid the back and forth movement.

Keynote- the learning curve for the user is very short with a simplified interface. This endears it to users, an aspect that is increasing its popularity. Its use is limited by the fact that it is designed for Mac computers and PowerPoint clones.

Prezentit- the software is in its alpha stage but offers a potentially admirable user interface. Users do not have to download presentation software. Transitioning bullets is also excellent on Prezentit. It is a free app that is easy to use and very simple for any presentation.

Slide Rocket- This is a premium software that is giving PowerPoint a lot of competition. Presentations are supposed to simplify ideas, and that is what Slide Rocket does. It offers more graphics and features making the presentation detailed, easy to follow and enjoyable. The features improve on clarity which enriches your presentation.

Slide Dog- this software has incorporated what may be referred to as smart features. They include addition of live polls, audience feedback and sharing the slides online without distortion. Using your mobile phone, it is possible to control the presentations remotely. You are provided with a free trial version before purchasing the ultimate app.

Haiku Deck- this is an iPad specific app for outdoor use. It allows you to prepare slides away from the office and include all the graphics you deem necessary. It offers an easy option of loading the graphics from your gallery, internet or taking photos directly from the iPad.

Raw Shorts- it is for presentations where a lot of videos are required. The interfaces are instinctive without the need for extensive tutorial. It is the best option when you want to upload the presentation on to blogs, websites, YouTube and other channels.

Sparkol Videoscribe- this is a graphics app that allows scribbling of characters on the slide and then animating them. It creates customized cartoons or animations in line with the demands of your audience or presentation. You may opt to use pre-scribbled characters to create intriguing slides.




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