Sway - Adding a Stack group card Tutorial

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Objectifs :

This video aims to guide users on how to effectively use the Sway application for creating presentations, including adding text, images, and managing content cards.

Chapitres :

Introduction to Sway
In this section, we will explore the Sway application, which allows users to create dynamic presentations. The video demonstrates how to navigate the interface and utilize various features to enhance your presentation.
Navigating the Presentation
Users can easily navigate through their presentation using the following methods: - **Enlarging Text**: Click on the icon to enlarge the text for better visibility. - **Playing the Presentation**: Click on 'Play' to view the presentation in full screen. - **Scrolling Through Content**: Use the directional arrow keys on the keyboard or the arrows displayed on the screen to scroll through the text.
Editing and Stopping the Presentation
To stop the presentation and return to editing mode, press the 'Escape' key. This allows users to make necessary adjustments to their content before finalizing the presentation.
Adding Media Content
To enhance your presentation, you can add new cards for media content. Here’s how: 1. **Insert Media**: Click to add a new card. 2. **Add an Image**: Select an image from your computer to illustrate the card. 3. **Add a Caption**: Include a caption to provide context for the image.
Viewing Media in the Presentation
When you view the presentation, the added image will appear after the text and will be enlarged for better visibility. This feature allows for a more engaging presentation experience.
Managing Image Content
Sway offers several options for managing images. Users can: - **Delete Cards**: Remove any unnecessary cards from the presentation. - **Add Stacks**: Create a stack to group related images together. This helps in organizing content effectively.
Uploading Images
To upload images: 1. **Select the Stack**: Click to add content to the stack. 2. **Upload Images**: Choose two images from your computer that are connected to the story. 3. **View Presentation**: When viewing the presentation, you will find the images displayed in a browsable format.

FAQ :

What is Sway and how is it used?

Sway is a presentation tool by Microsoft that allows users to create interactive and visually appealing presentations. It can be used for storytelling, reports, and educational purposes.

How do I add images to my Sway presentation?

To add images, you can create a new card and select the option to insert media content. You can then upload images from your computer and add captions if desired.

What is the purpose of a caption in a presentation?

A caption provides context or additional information about an image or video, helping viewers understand its relevance to the content.

Can I delete cards in Sway?

Yes, you can delete cards in Sway if you no longer need them. Simply select the card and choose the delete option.

What does the 'stack' feature do in Sway?

The 'stack' feature allows you to group multiple images or cards together, making it easier to present related content in a cohesive manner.

Quelques cas d'usages :

Creating a Visual Report

Use Sway to create a visual report for a project by adding text cards for each section and images to illustrate key points. This can enhance engagement and understanding among stakeholders.

Educational Presentations

Teachers can use Sway to create interactive presentations for lessons, incorporating images and videos to make learning more dynamic and engaging for students.

Marketing Campaigns

Marketers can utilize Sway to present campaign ideas visually, using stacks of images and captions to convey the message effectively to clients or team members.

Event Planning

Event planners can create a Sway presentation to showcase event details, including schedules, images of venues, and other media to provide a comprehensive overview to clients.

Portfolio Development

Professionals can use Sway to build an online portfolio, combining text descriptions of their work with images and videos to showcase their skills and projects effectively.

Glossaire :

Sway

A presentation tool by Microsoft that allows users to create interactive reports, presentations, and stories.

Card

A single unit of content in Sway that can contain text, images, videos, or other media.

Media Content

Various forms of content such as images, videos, and audio that can be added to enhance a presentation.

Caption

A brief explanation or description accompanying an image or video.

Stack

A layout option in Sway that allows multiple images or cards to be grouped together for a cohesive presentation.

Directional Arrow Keys

Keys on a keyboard (usually the up, down, left, and right arrows) used to navigate through content.

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I can use this icon to enlarge the text.

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I click on Play to view the presentation.

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I can find the heading, the story title and then the text,

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which I can scroll through, still using the directional arrow keys

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on the keyboard or the arrows displayed here.

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By pressing on the Escape key,

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I can stop playing the Sway and go back to editing.

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Next, I’m going to add a new card so as to insert media content.

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To illustrate the card, I’m going to add an image that I can find on my computer,

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and I can add a caption as well.

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When I view the presentation, my image will appear after the text

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and will be enlarged.

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There are several options for images.

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I’m going to delete this card and add a stack here.

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I’m going to add content to upload two images from my computer.

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These two images make up a group connected with the story.

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By wrapping this section, you can see all of its items.

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Here is the heading, one card and a second card, which is the stack.

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When I view the presentation, I will find the images that can be browsed.

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