Slide transitions are the animation-like effects that happen when you move from one slide to the next during a presentation. Add slide transitions to bring your PowerPoint presentation to life.

1. Select the slide you want to add a transition to.

2. Select the Transitions tab and choose a transition.

   Select a transition to see a preview.

3. Select Effect Options to choose the direction and nature of the transition.

   Note Not every transition has Effect Options.

4. Select Preview to see what the transition looks like.

To remove a transition, select Transitions > None.