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Using PowerPoint Shapes Shapes and outlines – Almost any BPD process flow or even concept can be duplicated or represent

Using PowerPoint Shapes Shapes and outlines – Almost any BPD process flow or even concept can be duplicated or represented with the shapes tool. Click the “Insert” tab > “Shapes” The default style will vary depending on template settings and defaults

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Using PowerPoint Shapes Shapes and outlines – Almost any BPD process flow or even concept can be duplicated or represent

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  1. Using PowerPoint Shapes Shapes and outlines – Almost any BPD process flow or even concept can be duplicated or represented with the shapes tool • Click the “Insert” tab > “Shapes” • The default style will vary depending on template settings and defaults • Double click the shape to display the “Format” tab • First two things you should do: • Pick one of the primary color fills (you can play with style and color options later) • Consider changing the outline color and weight (this is a small change that makes a big difference) • Always keep your presentation’s color scheme in mind and adjust shape fills and outlines accordingly (stay consistent) Default Fill, outline, and font color

  2. Using PowerPoint Shapes 2. Gradient – A quick and easy way to make your illustrations pop. • Double click the shape to display “Format” tab • Click “Shape Fill”> “Gradient” • Try both light and dark variations to see what looks best. Preview by simply hovering over the options with your mouse • Click “More Gradient” for advanced options where you can mismatch colors and adjust the specific light vs. dark stops within an object Starting Point Gradient (Dark) Gradient (Light)

  3. Using PowerPoint Shapes 3. Shape Effects – One click transformations for your shapes, process flows, etc. Reflection • Double click the shape (or picture) to display “Format” tab • Click Shape Effects • You can try various effects just by hovering over with your mouse. The effects I use most often are “presets”, “shadow”, and “reflection” • Note that double clicking a picture will also display the “picture styles” menu which is a quick way to try out some impressive effects Bevel Glow Soft Edges

  4. Using PowerPoint Shapes 4. 3-D and Transparency – A quick formatting option that can transform your existing process/concept illustrations • Click the “Insert” tab > “Shapes”> “Cube” • Apply your color scheme’s fill and outline as needed (try an outline color a few shades darker than your primary fill color) • Right click your 3-D shape > “Format Shape” • Play around with the “Gradient Stops” and “Transparency” to get desired effect • Also try using transparency on non 3-D shapes to make backgrounds or landscapes for your process flows or illustrations Default Transparent Rectangles Transparent, gradient, outline Transparent Rectangles

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