Module: M3-R5: Python Programming
Chapter: Ch1 Computer Intro
Slide manipulation involves creating, duplicating, deleting, hiding, or rearranging slides in your presentation. It helps you maintain a clear flow of ideas and improve visual structure.
| Task | Description | Shortcut |
|---|---|---|
| New Slide | Adds a new blank slide. | Ctrl + M |
| Duplicate Slide | Creates an identical copy of the current slide. | Ctrl + Shift + D |
| Delete Slide | Removes selected slide. | Delete |
| Hide Slide | Temporarily removes a slide from slideshow view. | Right-click → Hide Slide |
| Slide Sorter | Shows all slides as thumbnails for easy arrangement. | Ctrl + Shift + 3 |
LibreOffice Impress allows you to insert various elements like tables, pictures, charts, shapes, and videos to make your presentation more interactive and visually rich.
| Object Type | Menu Path / Option | Shortcut |
|---|---|---|
| Table | Insert → Table → Choose rows & columns | Ctrl + F12 |
| Picture | Insert → Image → From File | Alt + I, P |
| Chart | Insert → Chart | Alt + I, C |
| Shapes | Drawing Toolbar → Select Shape | — |
| Audio / Video | Insert → Media → Audio or Video | — |
Example: Insert a company sales table or logo image on the title slide for a business presentation.
Once objects like images, tables, or shapes are added, you can resize or scale them to fit your slide layout properly.
Example: Resize your company logo to fit the slide header or adjust a chart’s size for better readability.
| Shortcut | Function |
|---|---|
| Ctrl + M | Insert New Slide |
| Ctrl + Shift + D | Duplicate Slide |
| Delete | Remove Slide or Object |
| Ctrl + Shift + 3 | Open Slide Sorter View |
| Ctrl + F12 | Insert Table |
| Ctrl + G | Group Selected Objects |
| Ctrl + Shift + G | Ungroup Objects |
| Shift + Arrow Keys | Resize Object |
Mastering slide manipulation, object insertion, and resizing in LibreOffice Impress helps you create visually balanced and dynamic presentations. Using shortcuts and formatting tools ensures professional and time-efficient slide design.