Master Slides (Edexcel IGCSE ICT)

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Robert Hampton

Written by: Robert Hampton

Reviewed by: James Woodhouse

Create a Presentation

How do you create a presentation?

  • In the exam, content for the presentation is provided in a rich text format (.rtf)

  • The content can be imported using the 'new slide' button on the home tab and selecting 'Slides from Outline'

PowerPoint window showing a blank presentation slide template with "Click to add title" and "Click to add subtitle" text, menu options visible above.
Creating a presentation from a text file

Using a Master Slide

What is a master slide?

  • A master slide allows you to control the design and layout of an entire presentation from one place

  • A master slide controls:

    • Colours

    • Fonts

    • Headers & footers

    • Positioning of objects

Examiner Tips and Tricks

Remember to make sure you scroll to the top of the master slide window and select the first slide!

Auto slide numbering

  • Select the master slide

  • Insert a text box

  • From the 'insert' tab, select 'Slide Number'

  • Close the master slide

PowerPoint slide titled "Base Metal Mining" with one bullet point reading "Around the world." Slide thumbnails for additional content are visible on the left.
Adding auto numbering to slides

Adding objects

  • Select the master slide

  • From the 'insert' tab, choose an object

  • Position on the slide

  • Close the master slide

PowerPoint presentation editing mode with "Base Metal Mining" slide highlighted. Slide shows title "Base Metal Mining" and bullet point "Around the world".
Adding objects to slides

Formatting a master slide

  • Select the master slide

  • Make desired changes (font & paragraph)

  • Close master slide

Examiner Tips and Tricks

If your changes are not visible after closing the master slide, highlight the text and use the 'Clear All Formatting' button (see below)

PowerPoint slide displaying the title "Base Metal Mining" with a bullet point listing "Around the world." Four slide thumbnails are visible on the left panel.
Formatting the master slide

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Robert Hampton

Author: Robert Hampton

Expertise: Computer Science Content Creator

Rob has over 16 years' experience teaching Computer Science and ICT at KS3 & GCSE levels. Rob has demonstrated strong leadership as Head of Department since 2012 and previously supported teacher development as a Specialist Leader of Education, empowering departments to excel in Computer Science. Beyond his tech expertise, Robert embraces the virtual world as an avid gamer, conquering digital battlefields when he's not coding.

James Woodhouse

Author: James Woodhouse

Expertise: Computer Science

James graduated from the University of Sunderland with a degree in ICT and Computing education. He has over 14 years of experience both teaching and leading in Computer Science, specialising in teaching GCSE and A-level. James has held various leadership roles, including Head of Computer Science and coordinator positions for Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. James has a keen interest in networking security and technologies aimed at preventing security breaches.