VISUALIZING

QUALITATIVE

INFORMATION

IN POWERPOINT

June Design-Storm Tahmid Chowdhury | John Snow, Inc.

Research shows that we process visual information more easily than text, and it stays with us longer.

But how do you visualize information when what you’re presenting is largely qualitative?

Photos

When to Use Them

Photos can add context to your presentation as well as aesthetic appeal.

When to Use

Them

Curry, a dish with origins in South and Southeast Asia, is a delicious treat for people of all ages.

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When to Use Them

Curry, a dish with origins in South and Southeast Asia, is a delicious treat for people of all ages.

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PowerPoint Tip

Then “Color”:

You can change an image’s color by clicking “Format”:

When to Use Them

Curry, a dish with origins in South and Southeast Asia, is a delicious treat for people of all ages.

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PowerPoint Tip

Then “Crop”:

You can crop an image by clicking “Format”:

When to Use Them

What people are saying about curry: “I love curry because there are so many kinds, and they’re all tasty!” “My favorite curry is called Khao Soi and it’s from the northern part of Thailand.” “My mother’s curry is the best. I’m always excited to see her because I know she’ll have delicious food ready for me!”

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“I love curry because there are so many kinds, and they’re all tasty!”

“My mother’s curry is the best. I’m always excited to see her because I know she’ll have delicious food ready for me!”

“My favorite curry is called Khao Soi and it’s from the northern part of Thailand.”

What people are saying about curry:

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PowerPoint Tip

Then “Crop” and selecting “Crop to Shape”:

You can crop an image’s dimensions or crop to a shape by clicking “Format”:

Icons

When to Use Them

Icons are a simple visual tool to convey a category or concept while still adding visual interest.

When to Use Them

• The common feature of curry is the incorporation of complex combinations of spices and herbs, usually including hot chilies.

• Some limit the use of the term curry to dishes prepared in a sauce, but curries can be “wet” or dry”.

• A curry dish may be spiced with leaves from the curry tree, but most are not.

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The common feature of curry is the use of a complex combination of spices and herbs, usually including hot chilies.

A curry dish may be spiced with leaves from the curry tree, but most are not.

Some limit the use of the term curry to dishes prepared in a sauce, but curries can be “wet” or dry”.

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The basic process for making curry: 1. Chop up your vegetables and other ingredients.

2. Temper your spices to bring out their flavor.

3. Fry your dry ingredients.

4. Add broth or other liquids and simmer.

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Curry-making Basics

Tools & Resources

Websites to search for icons:

thenounproject.com Free with attribution, paid per icon, or monthly subscription

flaticon.com Free with attribution

bing.com Option available to search for free licenses

Powerpoint Tip

Then “Color” and choosing from “Recolor”:

You can change an icon’s color by clicking “Format”:

Text

When to Use Them

Blocks of text can be enhanced by adding color and/or bold for emphasis and visual appeal.

The etymology of curry: Curry was adopted and anglicized from the Tamil word kari meaning 'sauce', which is usually understood to mean vegetables and/or meat cooked with spices with or without a gravy. According to this theory, kari was first encountered in the mid-17th century by members of the British East India Company trading with Indian merchants along the Coromandel Coast of southeast India.

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The etymology of curry:

Curry was anglicized from the Tamil word kari meaning 'sauce', usually understood to mean vegetables and/or meat cooked with spices with or without a gravy.

Kari was first encountered in the mid-17th century by members of the British East India Company trading with Indian merchants.

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Colors

When to Use Them

Incorporating colors is the simplest way to add visual appeal. Use JSI’s or your project’s branded colors.

Powerpoint Tip

Easily access branded colors by creating a custom Theme Colors palette. Click on “Design”:

Then “Colors” and select “Create New Theme Colors”:

Fonts

When to Use Them

Fonts communicate a feeling or idea to your audience. Don’t be afraid to explore other font options.

Tools & Resources

Websites to search for fonts: dafont.com fontsquirrel.com 1001freefonts.com

Powerpoint Tip

To ensure custom fonts can be viewed on other PCs, in the “Save As” dialogue box, click “Save Option” under “Tools”:

Then select “Embed fonts in the file” and click save:

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