How to use presentation templates with the PowerPoint-Add In How to use presentation templates with the PowerPoint-Add In

How to use presentation templates with the PowerPoint-Add In

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This guide covers using BioRender’s PowerPoint add-in to manage your presentation slides. You’ll learn how to edit, update, add, and import slides seamlessly. These features simplify your workflow and help you maintain consistency between your BioRender and PowerPoint files.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Starting in BioRender

  • Open BioRender and navigate to your presentation template.

2. Export to PowerPoint

  • Once satisfied with the template, export the presentation.
  • Choose the entire deck or specific slides.
  • Select a resolution: 150 DPI for electronic use, or 300 DPI for print.

 

3. Open the Exported File in PowerPoint

  • Open the PPTX file in PowerPoint. The add-in will detect BioRender objects, including slides and figures.
  • Make sure you are logged in to the BioRender add-in.

4. Edit your Slides

  • Select a slide in PowerPoint, and the add-in will display a preview of the slide from the BioRender file.
  • To edit, click "Quick Edit" (Overlay Editor). This opens a simplified BioRender editor directly in PowerPoint, where you can:
    • Modify figures, reposition elements, and change text.
    • Save changes to update both the original BioRender file and the PowerPoint slide.
    • Please see this article for detailed walk through on how to edit your slides

5. Add new image or slide 

  • You can add a new image or slide by selecting "Add New" on the top right hand corner in the Preview.

6. Updating Slides

  • If there is a mismatch in content, "updates found" will show in green in the preview, allowing you to update the slide to match your image in BioRender.
  • If you have made larger changes, you can also add the changes made in BioRender to Powerpoint as a new slide.

7. Reverting Changes

  • If you are unsatisfied with your changes, revert the slide back to the original BioRender version.


Troubleshooting

Add-in Not Recognizing Slides?

  • Ensure the add-in is installed and you're logged in. Restart PowerPoint if needed.

Changes Not Showing?

  • Verify that you've clicked "Save & Apply" in the editor.

Can’t Find the BioRender Add-in?

  • Ensure your PowerPoint app supports add-ins and ask your admin to approve installation if needed.

Have troubles selecting your image?

  • If you run into any issues, please reload the app by clicking the "ï" on the top right-hand corner - this will reload your image for selection.

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What’s Next

Explore the quick edit functionality and try importing additional slides to enhance your presentations.

Need help?

If you have any questions or concerns:

  1. Email Support: support@biorender.com
  2. Live Chat: Available by clicking on the "Help" bubble in the app on bottom right-hand corner.