- Create PowerPoint slide with integrated Excel table.
- Create PowerPoint slide with integrated Excel chart.
Kai is preparing a presentation for their community garden network’s annual meeting. They need to show both the harvest yields from different garden locations and the distribution of produce to local food banks. Let’s help Kai create effective slides using Excel data.
Kai needs to display harvest data from multiple community gardens in a clear, organized table.
Next, Kai needs to create a visual representation of how the produce is distributed among different food banks.
When working with Excel elements in PowerPoint:
- Place your cursor where you want the table or chart
- Use Insert > Object to create new Excel elements
- Use Paste Special > Paste Link for existing Excel files
- Resize elements using corner handles
- Format for presentation visibility
Excel in PowerPoint
PowerPoint’s ability to integrate Excel content offers powerful ways to present data professionally. When you link Excel tables, you create presentations that stay current with your latest data while maintaining a polished appearance. Charts from Excel add visual impact and make complex data more accessible to your audience. By maintaining proper file organization and using the right linking techniques, you ensure your presentations remain dynamic and up-to-date.
The key to success is understanding when to create new Excel elements directly in PowerPoint versus when to link existing Excel files. For one-time data displays, creating elements in PowerPoint works well. For data that changes regularly, linking to Excel files ensures your presentation stays current with minimal effort. Remember that visibility and readability are crucial – always format your Excel elements with your audience in mind.