Preparation PowerPoint
AFLAS will provide Windows CPUs with CD drives, PowerPoint application, data projector, and PC laptop access to the data projector; this equipment must be requested as soon as possible to ensure availability.

PowerPoint Preparation Suggestion
1.Color slides are more effective than black and white.
2.Dark backgrounds are better than black on white; a yellow background and black lettering is considered the most readable.
3.What looks good on your screen may not look good on LCD projectors¡ªbe prepared to adjust the color. Also, keep in mind that 10% of audience members have difficulty with reds and greens.
4.Limit each slide to 15 to 20 words.
5.Make sure the font is large enough: 1-in. letters are readable from 10 ft.'.
6.Use several simple slides rather than one complicated slide.

Presentation Suggestion
1.Test your PowerPoint file in the Speaker Ready Room. Walk through the presentation and look for slides that are out of sequence or with graphics that did not load. Time yourself. Know which slides you can skip and/or remove if the presentation runs long.
2.If using PowerPoint, place a shortcut of your file on the desktop to prevent searching for your file.
3.Arrive to the assigned room in time to verify that the appropriate AV equipment has been delivered.