Create and adjust professional color schemes in PowerPoint

In this tutorial, I want to show you how to professionally set and adjust the color schemes in PowerPoint. Colors play a crucial role in visual communication, and the right color design can make the difference between an average and an outstanding presentation. In this course, you will learn where and how to set color schemes, what options are available to you, and where to find beautiful color palettes without having to create everything yourself.

Main Takeaways

• You can adjust colors directly through the "Design" menu or in the "Slide Master."
• There are various standard color palettes that you can use as desired.
• You can freeze colors to keep them when changing the color scheme.
• Colors can be customized and defined to achieve the desired visual effect.

Step-by-Step Guide

First, open PowerPoint and the project you are working on. Once the program is open, you want the ability to adjust colors. The first step is to select the "Design" area. Here, you can choose from various color templates.

When you go to the "Colors" tab, you will see the various standard color schemes provided by PowerPoint. These options are particularly useful when you want to quickly select a professional color palette.

In addition to the standard palettes, you also have the option to use the classic "Slide Master." The "Slide Master" allows you to make central style settings that apply to all slides in your presentation.

To assign a color to a specific element, click on "Format," then go to "Fill." Here you will find a color palette with the Office standard colors. For example, you can use these colors to assign a specific color to your chart or text.

If you have already chosen a shade, such as orange, you can also successfully switch it. I have already prepared a screenshot showing the change. This way, you can ensure your design remains consistent.

Another helpful tool is the "Fill Effects": These allow you to use more color variations than the standard palette offers. This way, you can adjust colors specifically to achieve contrasts and visual appeal.

The first four colors in the color menu are typically text and background colors. The remaining six colors are accent colors that complete the visual experience. Make sure the contrast between these colors is well-coordinated.

To permanently freeze colors so they are not lost when changing the color scheme, you can define specific colors as fixed. It's quite simple: click on an object, go back to the "Design" tab, and select the color.

For example, if you have chosen an arrow and changed its fill color to a specific green, you can copy that with another graphic. Go to "Copy Shapes" and then to "Fill Effect" to apply the desired color.

The most important insight here is that colors automatically adjust when you change the color scheme. However, you can freeze set colors to remain the same even if other elements change.

Not only with shapes, but also with texts, you can set colors. For instance, if you want to define a text color, make sure it stands out well in the context of your presentation. With dark backgrounds, bright texts share better.

To make an even more detailed adjustment, go to "Customize Colors." This allows you to define specific color values or create custom color palettes that match your branding or design.

After these initial steps and adjustments, you will notice how easy it is to enhance your presentation by making clever use of colors. I recommend experimenting with different palettes and creating your own color scales that complement your presentation style.

Summary – PowerPoint Course: Creating and Customizing Professional Color Schemes

In this tutorial, you learned the importance of designing color schemes in PowerPoint. You learned where and how to easily adjust colors, which existing palettes are available to you, and how to freeze your colors so that they do not lose impact when changing the color scheme. Experiment with different color combinations to make your presentations vibrant and inviting.