Action Buttons in PowerPoint

The video tutorial explains how to use action buttons in PowerPoint presentations. Action buttons function like hyperlinks but offer a clickable button interface. They are useful for self-running presentations and can be customized in terms of appearance and functionality. The tutorial covers inserting action buttons, setting their actions, and customizing their look. It also demonstrates creating a home page with action buttons using Slide Master and testing the buttons in Slide Show View.

What is one key difference between action buttons and hyperlinks in PowerPoint?

• Action buttons can only link to web pages.

• Action buttons provide a clickable button instead of a text link.

• Hyperlinks can only be used in Word documents.

• Action buttons cannot be customized.

Where can you find the built-in shapes for action buttons in PowerPoint?

• On the Insert tab

• On the Design tab

• On the Home tab

• On the Review tab

What is a common use for action buttons in self-running presentations?

• To change the background color

• To connect to social media

• To add animations

• To allow users to navigate slides easily

How do you insert an action button on a slide?

• Select it and draw the shape on the slide

• Right-click and select 'Insert Action Button'

• Use the Format tab

• Use the Design tab

What can you add to an action button using the Mouse Over tab?

• A transition effect

• A video

• A sound that plays when moused over

• A hyperlink

Which tab allows you to customize the appearance of an action button?

• Format tab

• Design tab

• Insert tab

• Animations tab

What is the purpose of the Slide Master view in PowerPoint?

• To change the font style

• To insert images

• To create a consistent layout for all slides

• To add animations to slides

How can you ensure that an action button appears on every slide?

• Insert it on each slide manually

• Use the Slide Master view

• Use the Design tab

• Copy and paste it on each slide

What should you do if the home button is not appearing on some layout slides?

• Restart PowerPoint

• Uncheck 'Hide Background Graphics'

• Change the theme

• Reinsert the button

What is a benefit of adding action buttons to your slides?

• They increase the file size

• They add background music

• They help in navigating the presentation easily

• They make the presentation more colorful