At Ethos3, we create the bulk of our designs in PowerPoint. As one of the largest presentation platforms, it is by far the most commonly used within the presentation community. And while PowerPoint happens to be our favorite presentation tool, we think presenters who operate in the Apple ecosystem might benefit from checking out Keynote on occasion.
You might be wondering why you should bother learning a new system if you’re already comfortable with PowerPoint, especially since it’s such a great resource. And while that’s a compelling argument, our team would challenge you to take some time to explore Keynote, since it’s a free resource that’s already compatible with your technology.
We’ve put together a quick list of reasons to explore Keynote:
1. As a Mac user, Keynote is definitely the best user experience for your computer. It is specifically designed to run on your machine and has the largest functionality for a Mac user. Microsoft does make a Mac version of PowerPoint, but it largely lacks in functionality as compared to its PC counterpart.
2. The mobile versions of Keynote are top notch. If you often find yourself giving presentations on the go, this free built-in app allows you to use minimal technology to deliver a professional-level presentation. Presenting can be as easy as delivering from your phone or iPad using simple bluetooth capability.
3. Animations are user friendly and easy to use. While all presentation apps provide some form of animation capabilities, Keynote animations are smooth and easy to execute which keeps your presentation looking clean and professional.
4. Keynote is easy to design in and use. Apple has long been known for its clean and classic designs as well as creating tools that are ideal for graphic designers or average users. That is why it comes as no surprise that their presentation software is equally professional and user friendly. After a few hours of working in the software, even the most inexperienced users can feel like a presentation expert using its built-in and easy-to-use tools.
While selecting a presentation app is predominantly a personal preference, the team at Ethos3 sees a lot of benefit to using Keynote if you’re already in the Apple ecosystem. After all, not only is it easy to use, it’s also free! And although it may come with a learning curve, it will change the game for your presentation technology.
Unsure of where to start with your presentation design? Contact our team today to find out how we can help you create a powerful presentation from start to finish!
