What is Computer

Module: M4-R5: Internet of Things (IoT)

Chapter: Ch1 Computer Intro

🎞️ 1️⃣ Manipulating Slides

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.

TaskDescriptionShortcut
New SlideAdds a new blank slide.Ctrl + M
Duplicate SlideCreates an identical copy of the current slide.Ctrl + Shift + D
Delete SlideRemoves selected slide.Delete
Hide SlideTemporarily removes a slide from slideshow view.Right-click → Hide Slide
Slide SorterShows all slides as thumbnails for easy arrangement.Ctrl + Shift + 3
📊 2️⃣ Inserting Tables, Pictures, and Other Objects

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 TypeMenu Path / OptionShortcut
TableInsert → Table → Choose rows & columnsCtrl + F12
PictureInsert → Image → From FileAlt + I, P
ChartInsert → ChartAlt + I, C
ShapesDrawing Toolbar → Select Shape
Audio / VideoInsert → Media → Audio or Video

Example: Insert a company sales table or logo image on the title slide for a business presentation.

📐 3️⃣ Resizing and Scaling Objects

Once objects like images, tables, or shapes are added, you can resize or scale them to fit your slide layout properly.

  • Click the object → small handles appear around it.
  • Drag a corner handle to resize while maintaining aspect ratio.
  • Hold Shift while dragging to maintain proportional dimensions.
  • Right-click object → Position and Size to set exact width and height.
  • Use Format → Align to position objects precisely.

Example: Resize your company logo to fit the slide header or adjust a chart’s size for better readability.

⌨️ 4️⃣ Useful Keyboard Shortcuts
ShortcutFunction
Ctrl + MInsert New Slide
Ctrl + Shift + DDuplicate Slide
DeleteRemove Slide or Object
Ctrl + Shift + 3Open Slide Sorter View
Ctrl + F12Insert Table
Ctrl + GGroup Selected Objects
Ctrl + Shift + GUngroup Objects
Shift + Arrow KeysResize Object
✅ Conclusion

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.

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