Getting Started: SmartArt Tutorial For Excel - Getting Started

This training video from Power Up Training, hosted by Les McCarter, focuses on utilizing Excel’s SmartArt tool to enhance presentations with graphical representations. The tutorial is designed for both Windows and macOS users and covers Excel versions from 2013 to the latest Office 365. The video walks viewers through creating various SmartArt layouts, demonstrating how to insert, edit, and style these elements to communicate ideas effectively.

The tutorial begins by explaining the basics of inserting SmartArt and selecting from over 200 available layouts. Les then guides users through creating and customizing a matrix layout, showing how to edit text, resize elements, and apply different color schemes and styles. The video also emphasizes the importance of experimenting with different layouts to find the best fit for specific presentation needs, such as list, process, and organizational chart layouts.

In addition to the introductory lesson, the video hints at more advanced tutorials that delve deeper into SmartArt capabilities. Les encourages viewers to explore further by watching subsequent parts of the series and visiting the Power Up Training website for additional free resources. The tutorial aims to empower users to create professional and visually appealing presentations with ease using Excel’s SmartArt tool.

NOTE: During the demonstration portion, Les uses the PowerPoint tool instead of Excel because PowerPoint is a bigger canvas to view the work; however, the steps are IDENTICAL between PowerPoint and Excel.

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