How to Include Voice Recordings in your Slideshow

The following is a step-by-step instructions guide on how to include voice recordings in your
Microsoft Powerpoint presentations. This not only strengthens the professionalism and design of
your slideshow, but also offers the opportunity to present your project without having to be
present.

Instructions

Step 1: Click the

“Slideshow” tab at the top
of the screen. (See Figure 1) Figure 1: Screenshot from Microsoft
Powerpoint
Step 2: Click the “Record”
Option. (See Figure 1)

Step 3: Click the red circular icon at the

top of the screen to start recording. (See
Figure 2)

Step 4: Once you have finished

recording, you can listen by pressing the
play button at the top of the screen.
(See Figure 3).
Figure 2: Screenshot from Microsoft
Step 5: If you wish to re-record you Powerpoint
can click the trashcan icon next to the
record icon and repeat the process as
much as you wish. If you are happy with
the results, you can click the “Exit
Show” icon in the top left corner of the
screen. (See Figures 2 and 3)

Step 6: To watch and listen to your

presentation, click the “Play from Start”
option under the slideshow tab. (See
Figure 1)
Figure 3: Screenshot from Microsoft
Tips Powerpoint

● Record in a quiet space and speak

clearly into the microphone.
● You must have the Microsoft PowerPoint Application installed in order to use this
feature.
● You can also use this feature to add drawing to your presentation.