Format
Acceptable electronic formats:
- PowerPoint (.ppt, .pptx)
- Adobe Acrobat (.pdf)
Size:
- Widescreen (16:9) format
Guidelines for presenters using:
Microsoft Windows
Apple Macintosh OSX
Preparing the Slides
Avoid Overcrowding:
- Use no more than 7 words in width and 7 lines in height
- Use key words instead of whole sentences
- Limit information to a single point
- Use simple graphs with a limited number of captions
Text Font:
- Choose a font that is easy to read
- Do not use italics
- Do not use script type
- Do not use decorative type
- Do not use ALL CAPS
Graphs:
- Limit bar graphs to 7 bars
- Limit pie graphs to 7 wedges and place labels outside the pie
- Limit line graphs to 2-3 lines and use simple scales
Text Color:
- Use a light text on a dark background
- Avoid using too many colors
- Avoid using colors that clash
Slide Content:
- Do not use industry logos or brand names
Uploading Your Slides
Speakers should upload their slides prior to the Conference