Where best to position information on a presentation slide?

When you prepare a slide for a presentation there are multiple things to consider to ensure the slide will have the desired effect. One of the important things to consider is the positioning of the information on the slide.

Have a look at the picture on the right. Can you see from the perspective of your audience what will happen if you put important information at the bottom of the slide?


In this set-up at the location most of your audience will have difficulties to see what is written on the bottom part of the slide. They will need to stand-up or ask others to be able to understand what is on the slide and in the mean time you will lose their attention. There are a lot of things to consider when you prepare the perfect slide deck.


In the book that is part of the Public Speaking Kit we have highlighted various tips and advises regarding the way you can support your presentation by means of slides. Presenting things in a certain manner on slides can enhance the quality of your presentation. You can also take advantage of the Presentation Slide Check.