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How to loop a powerpoint presentation.

If you're showing off a lot of photos at a special event, set your presentation to progress at a continuous, automatic loop. Here's how.

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Set up your slideshow to be looped, apply automatic slide transitions.

Slideshows are sometimes used to display images at events, such as weddings or trade shows. Whatever the occasion might be, you’ll want to loop your PowerPoint presentation so your guests aren’t staring at a blank screen. Here’s how it’s done.

First, open your PowerPoint presentation in which you would like to loop. Once open, navigate to the “Set Up” group of the “Slide Show” tab and then select the “Set Up Slide Show” button.

The “Set Up Show” window will appear. In the “Show options” group, check the box next to “Loop Continuously until Esc.” Once selected, click “OK” in the bottom-right corner of the window.

Now, when you play your slideshow, it will end only when you press the “Esc” key instead of when you've finished the last slide.

Related: How to Make YouTube Videos Loop Continuously

One caveat: With the way we currently have it set up, the slideshow will proceed only when someone clicks the mouse button. That’s fine if there will be a speaker present at all times. Otherwise, you’ll need to set up automatic slide transitions.

Head back to the “Set Up Show” window by selecting “Set Up Slide Show” in the “Set Up” group of the “Slide Show” tab.

There are a couple of options you need to select, but one important note is that you must first select “Using Timings, If Present” under the “Advance Slides” group.

The next option we select will lock a few things in place (which is why you need to select “Using Timings, If Present” first).

Under the “Show Type” group, select “Browsed at a Kiosk (Full Screen)." The “Loop Continuously until Esc” option will be enabled automatically if you haven’t already turned it on, and the option you’ve selected under “Advance Slides” will remain unchanged.

Select “OK” when ready to proceed.

Without the “Browsed at a Kiosk” option enabled, the automatic slide progressions would be disabled if someone were to press the Back key. With it enabled, the Forward and Back keys are locked, allowing the slideshow to automatically progress unattended without fear of someone breaking it.

Now it’s time to set the timings of the slides. Head over to the “Transitions” tab. In the “Timing” group, check the box next to “After” and set the timing at which you’d like each slide to progress. Note that it doesn’t matter if the box next to “On Mouse Click” is checked or not---it won’t work.

After that, select the “Apply to All” option in the same group.

Now, when you play your slideshow, it will continuously loop without interruption. To exit the slideshow, press the “Esc” button.

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What to Know

• In PowerPoint, go to Slide Show > Set Up Slide Show > Browsed at a Kiosk (Full Screen ) > OK .
• Set the time each slide appears on the screen by selecting Slide Show > Rehearse Timings on the first slide.
• Use Next to move to the next slide and Pause to pause recording, or type a length of time in the Slide Time box.

This article explains how to loop a PowerPoint slideshow in PowerPoint 2019, PowerPoint 2016, PowerPoint 2013, PowerPoint 2010, PowerPoint for Microsoft 365, PowerPoint 2019 for Mac, PowerPoint 2016 for Mac, and PowerPoint for Mac 2011.

How to Create a Self-Running PowerPoint Slideshow

PowerPoint slideshows are not always used by a live presenter. Slideshows set to loop continuously can run unattended in a booth or kiosk. You can even save a slideshow as a video to share.

To create a continuously looping presentation, you need to set it up and record slide timings.

To run the slideshow unattended, set timings for slide transitions and animations to run automatically.

How to Set Up the Presentation

Open the PowerPoint presentation you want to loop continuously.

Go to Slide Show .

Select Set Up Slide Show . The Set Up Show dialog box opens.

Select Browsed at a Kiosk (Full Screen) . This enables the presentation to loop continuously until the viewer presses Esc .

Select OK .

How to Rehearse and Record Timings

To ensure that your automated presentation is the right length, record timings to set the amount of time each slide appears on the screen.

PowerPoint for Mac does not have the rehearsal option. Instead, go to Transitions , choose the transition you want to use, set the duration you want, and select Apply to All .

Go to the first slide of the presentation.

Select Rehearse Timings . The slideshow starts and records the time spent on the slide. The time appears in the Slide Time box on the Recording toolbar.

Select Next on the Recording toolbar when you want to move to the next slide.

Select Pause any time you want to pause or resume recording.

Type a length of time in the Slide Time box if you want to display a slide for a specific amount of time.

Select Repeat if you want to restart the recording time for the current slide only.

Select Close when you're done recording.

You'll be asked if you want to save the new slide timings. Select Yes to save the slide timings at the end of the presentation.

If you have a microphone (built-in or external), record a voiceover on your PowerPoint presentation that plays as the slideshow loops continuously.

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How to Loop a PowerPoint Slide Show to Repeat Automatically

Set up a PowerPoint Presentation That Loops or Repeats Continuously

by Avantix Learning Team | Updated November 12, 2021

Applies to: Microsoft ®  PowerPoint ®  2013, 2016, 2019 and 365 (Windows)

You can set up a PowerPoint slide show to loop or repeat automatically. A looping presentation can be used at events, trade shows or even in a reception area in an office. The easiest way to set up a slide show to loop or replay continuously is to apply automatic transitions and then configure Slide Show settings.

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Screenshots in this article are from PowerPoint 365 but are similar in older versions of PowerPoint.

Step 1: Apply transitions to automatically advance slides during a slide show

Transitions occur between slides when you run a slide show.

To apply transitions to automatically advance slides during a slide show:

• In Normal View or Slide Sorter View, display or select a slide.
• Click the Transitions tab in the Ribbon.
• Select a transition in the Transitions gallery (such as Fade).
• Click Effect Options and choose the desired option. Effect Options change depending on the transition you selected.
• In the Timing group, click the arrows beside Duration to set the timing you want (in seconds) for the transition. You may also type a duration.
• In the Timing group, under Advance Slides, deselect or uncheck On mouse click and beside After, select or click the up and down arrows to set the timing to transition to the next slide. You may also type a duration.
• In the Timing group, click Apply to All.

In the Transitions tab in PowerPoint, you can select the type of transition (such as Fade) as well as timing options:

Step 2: Set up a presentation to loop during a slide show

To set up a PowerPoint presentation to loop during a slide show:

• Click the Slide Show tab in the Ribbon and then click Set Up Slide Show. A dialog box appears.
• Under Show type, if you select Presented by a speaker (full screen), the speaker or those watching the slide show will have control over when they advance slides. This is the default setting for slide shows. If you select Browsed by an individual (window), those watching the slide show do NOT have control over when slides advance. If you select Browsed at kiosk (full screen), those watching the slide show do NOT have control over when slides advance and the presentation automatically loops until those watching press Escape (Esc).
• Under Show options, select Loop continuously until 'Esc'. You will be able to select this option if you selected one of the first two options under Show type.

Below is the Set Up Show dialog box with Presented by speaker selected and looping enabled:

If you want to set specific timings for slides to advance or to add narration, check out the article How to Run a PowerPoint Slide Show Automatically (Set Up a Self-Running Presentation) . If you have audio or video in the presentation, you'll need to set the media to play automatically (on the Playback tab in the Ribbon) and animations will also need to be set to run automatically.

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Getting a PowerPoint to loop is easy. Read on to find out how, using PowerPoint for both Mac and PC.

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1. Open the Microsoft PowerPoint presentation that you want to loop.

2. With your PowerPoint presentation open, click on the "Slide Show" tab, then click on "Set Up Slide Show." 

3. In the pop-up window that appears, click on the box next to "Loop continuously until 'Esc'" so that a small checkmark appears inside the box. Feel free to adjust any other settings in this menu as well. Click "OK" when you're finished.

4. To test whether your PowerPoint can loop successfully, click on the "From Beginning" or "Play From Start" button in the Slide Show tab. Click through the slideshow until you reach the end. When your PowerPoint reaches its final slide, it should start over from the beginning automatically. When you're confident that looping is enabled, and you're ready to close the slide show, press the Esc key.

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How to Loop a PowerPoint Presentation

Just like an animated GIF or video clip, you can loop a slideshow in Microsoft PowerPoint. This is ideal if you set the presentation to automatically play because it starts at the beginning each time it ends to create an infinite loop.

Here’s how to loop a PowerPoint presentation on Windows and Mac. Currently, PowerPoint on the web doesn’t offer a Loop feature.

Set the Timing to Advance the Slides

Before you set your PowerPoint presentation to loop, you may want to adjust the timing to advance through the slides. You can use the same time for each slide or display particular slides for a longer amount of time.

• Open your presentation in PowerPoint on Windows or Mac and go to the Transitions tab.
• In the Timing section of the ribbon, check the box for After and enter the time in seconds to the right. You can also use the arrows to move the time up or down in small increments.

• To set different times for slides, select the next slide and use the above step to choose the After timing. Continue this process for the remaining slides.
• To set the same timing for all slides in the presentation, select Apply To All in the Timing section.

• If you only want continuous play to advance the slides, you can uncheck the box directly above for On Mouse Click . However, if you want the ability to advance the slides with a mouse click and after a certain amount of time, you can leave the box checked.

Once you have the timings set to advance the slides, you can turn on the Loop setting.

• Go to the Slide Show tab and select Set Up Slide Show in the Set Up section.

• Under Show type , choose an option to play your presentation.
• If you plan to present the slideshow or have an individual view the show, choose one of the first two options. Then, check the box for Loop continuously until ‘Esc’ in the section beneath.

Confirm that the Using timings, if present setting is marked under Advance Slides.

• If you want the slideshow to play automatically , choose the third option, Browsed at a kiosk . You’ll then see the Loop continuously until ‘Esc’ and Using timings, if present settings are automatically marked and disabled for changing.

• Adjust any other options per your preference and use the OK button to save the settings.

When you’re ready to begin the slideshow and let it play, check out our how-to for starting the PowerPoint presentation as well as navigating it if needed.

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By looping a PowerPoint presentation, you don’t have to lift a finger to advance through the slides. You can display it at a kiosk, in a waiting room, or at a convention booth and just let it play over and over.

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How To Loop A PowerPoint Slideshow? Detailed Guide

Microsoft PowerPoint is a popular application for creating and delivering presentations. PowerPoint has numerous options for adding flair and taking your presentations a notch higher, such as the ability to incorporate YouTube videos, GIFs, etc. If you loop your PowerPoint, every slide will display for a predetermined duration. After the presentation, it will automatically resume from the beginning.

But the question is, can you use the looping function effectively? When used correctly, this feature eliminates the need for presenters to click a mouse or computer key to transition between slides. This feature is easy to set up and customize.

Today’s guide will teach us how to loop a PowerPoint slideshow and various tips and tricks for effective looping.

Why You Need to Loop Your Slideshow in PowerPoint?

Before learning how to loop a PowerPoint slideshow, let’s see under what scenarios one needs to loop their slideshow:

One helpful tool in PowerPoint that helps to guarantee a smooth and continuous presentation experience is the ability to loop your slideshow. The constant playback draws and maintains audience attention whether you present information in automated presentations, build interactive kiosks, or show information in exhibitions. Looping makes it possible to communicate information effectively and reinforce essential points for audience members who might join the presentation at different times. 

How to Make a PowerPoint Loop?

You can learn how to make a PowerPoint loop through the instructions below. You can use the loop for various events, such as trade exhibitions, information displays, or kiosks.

• Open the PowerPoint presentation that you wish to loop first.
• Go to the Slide Show Tab: The PowerPoint window has several tabs at the top. To access choices relating to presenting your slides, select the “Slide Show” tab.
• Access Setup Show: Several commands and choices are under the “Slide Show” tab. Search for the “Set Up Slide Show” button or menu item in the group labeled “Start Slide Show.” Click on it.
• Display Type: Select “Presented by a speaker (full screen).”
• Preview slides: If you want the slides to play automatically, select “Manually” or enter the desired duration for each slide’s PowerPoint presentation loop timing.
• Enable your presentation to loop indefinitely unless you manually end it by hitting the Escape (‘Esc’) key by enabling this option.
• Click OK: After adjusting these settings to store your options, click the “OK” button.
• Begin Your Loop: Your slides will be set to loop unless you manually stop it by pressing the ‘Esc’ key. To stop it, click “From Beginning” or “From Current Slide” under the “Slide Show” tab to begin your presentation.

How to Loop a PowerPoint SlideShow from Selected Slides

You can choose which slides you want to loop around in PowerPoint. Eliminating manual intervention and maintaining audience interaction can be achieved by carefully choosing which slides to show throughout the presentation. Follow these steps to learn how to loop a PowerPoint slideshow from selected slides: 

• Select the “Slide Show” option to start a loop for a particular set of slides. To initiate the loop, click the first slide in the thumbnail pane on the left.
• Click the final slide you wish to add to the loop while holding your keyboard’s “Shift” key. Next, select “Setup Show” and turn on the looping feature.
• Choose the “Custom Show” option and give it a name in the “Set Up Show” dialogue box. Navigate to the “Slide Show” menu and select “Custom Slide Show” to begin your looping presentation from the selected slides.

How to Set Up Auto-Loop for Continuous Playback

Now you know how to loop a slideshow in PowerPoint from selected slides, let us see how you can set up auto-loop for continuous playback: 

• Select the Slide Show tab.
• Press the Set Up Slide Show button. You’ll see an options window appear.
• Keep clicking Loop till you reach “Esc.”

Note: Under Show Type, select Presented by a speaker or Browsed by an individual if you want the speaker or individual to continue controlling the presentation and clicking between slides. Clicking “Browsed” at a kiosk checks the Loop until the “Esc” box appears continuously. Moreover, auto-looping may annoy your viewers if your presentation is very repetitive. Use it with discretion and only when it makes sense for your writing subject.

How to Loop A PowerPoint SlideShow Using 2007 Version (older versions).

Use these detailed instructions to loop your slides if you’re using an older version of Microsoft PowerPoint:

• Open your PowerPoint presentation on your 2007 Microsoft PowerPoint .
• Select the tab labeled Slide Show. Select the “Set Up Slide Show” option from the “Set Up” menu.
• Go to the “Show options” section and select “Loop continuously until ‘Esc'” from the dialogue box that appears. Click Ok.
• Select your initial slide from the “Slides” preview side panel. To select your final slide, press and hold Shift. 
• Select the tab labeled “Animations.” Turn off “On Mouse Click” and check the “Automatically After” box.
• The “After” box in the “Timing” panel has up and down arrows that you can use to change the time each slide appears. It will automatically loop back to the first slide when your slideshow reaches the last one.

How to Stop or Pause your Slideshow loop at any point.

Learning how to make a PowerPoint loop is of no use if you don’t know how to stop or pause your slideshow loop at any point: 

You can use simple keyboard commands to pause or stop your slideshow loop at any time during a PowerPoint presentation. You can manually stop the looping slideshow by hitting the “Esc” key (also known as the Escape key) on your keyboard. It gives presenters a simple and quick option to stop the continuous playback so they can answer queries, have conversations, or go to particular slides that are not playing continuously.

Advanced Techniques for Creating a Seamless Loop in PowerPoint

One of the techniques used for creating a seamless loop in PowerPoint is incorporating videos and GIFs. PowerPoint’s animations, transitions, and triggers can create seamless looping. Here is how:

• Select the video you imported and added to a slide.
• Open the “Animations” tab from the main menu.
• Choose “Play” from the animation gallery’s “Media” section after clicking the “ Add Animation ” button.
• On the right side of the screen, click the “Animation Pane” to open it.
• Right-click the “Play” button and choose “Timing” in the “Animation Pane.”
• Choose “Until End of Slide” or “Until Next Click” as the “Repeat” option in the “Timing” tab.
• Use Triggers to adjust the start and stop times of the video.

Tips and Tricks for Effective Slideshow Looping in PowerPoint

As you can see, creating a PowerPoint loop video couldn’t be easier. It only takes three easy steps to complete. Nonetheless, there are always specific tips you may apply to improve the appeal and attention-grabbingness of your videos.

1. Selecting the Right Video

The length and content of the video are the primary considerations when discussing the “right” video. Therefore, consider the duration of your video when creating a continuous loop.

Yes, longer videos can be more captivating, but they may add to the presentation’s file size and degrade performance. Shorter video clips, however, are less likely to affect performance and can loop more naturally. Regarding the video’s substance, make sure it supports the main idea of your presentation and is pertinent to the subject of your talk. The video aims to increase viewer comprehension and engagement without becoming overbearing or intrusive.

2. Compressing Video Files

Large videos can detract from the overall image of your presentation by making it excessively slow and challenging to share. Therefore, consider using a specialized video compression tool or the built-in PowerPoint compression feature to optimize your presentation by compressing the files. It doesn’t always imply that your presentation will look grainy. Still, it can cause a noticeable quality loss, so keep that in mind when creating the presentation in the first place.

3. Examining the Presentation

Make sure the video loops accurately and smoothly by testing it before you deliver your presentation. Go over the entire presentation, looking for any inconsistent or problematic playback. If you complete your testing on time, you can safely make all the required changes and retest it until the loop video functions as planned.

4. Looping Videos to Create Ambience and Background

You can also use videos that loop to set the mood for your presentation. For instance, a natural setting or a soft animation can produce an aesthetically pleasing and captivating ambiance. Nevertheless, the presentation’s general subject and the background clip are complementary rather than distracting.

To sum up, looping your PowerPoint slideshow is simple. PowerPoint’s “Set Up Slide Show options” allow you to program it to loop indefinitely for a predetermined number of times.

Use transitions carefully, arrange your slides in the correct order, and adhere to best practices while making your looping PowerPoint to give it a polished, professional appearance. Your looping slideshow can operate flawlessly at events without supervision with the correct settings.

How to Loop Slideshow In Powerpoint?

To loop a slideshow in PowerPoint, go to the “Slide Show” tab, select “Set Up Slide Show,” check “Loop continuously until ‘Esc’,” and click “OK.”

Can I loop specific slides within my PowerPoint presentation?

Yes, PowerPoint allows you to loop specific slides.

How do I stop or pause a looped slideshow in PowerPoint?

To interrupt a looped slideshow at any point, simply press the “Esc” key on your keyboard.

Can I customize the duration of each slide in a looped PowerPoint presentation?

Yes, you can control the timing of each slide by adjusting the slide transition settings, allowing for a tailored and dynamic looping experience.

Can SlideUpLift templates be used in looped presentations?

Yes, SlideUpLift provides PowerPoint templates that are compatible with looped presentations. These professionally designed templates can enhance the visual appeal of your slides, making your looped presentation more engaging and impactful.

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Set the 'play' options for a video in your presentation

You can use the playback options in PowerPoint to control how and when a video appears in your presentation. You can play a video in full screen mode or resize it to dimensions that you specify. You can also control the volume, play the video repeatedly (in a loop), and show the media controls.

These Play options aren't available for online videos, such as YouTube videos. They are only available for videos inserted from your computer, network, or OneDrive.

To control how your video plays, use options on the Playback tab of the PowerPoint ribbon. This tab appears on the ribbon when a video is selected on a slide.

(These options for a video are available after you embed or link to a video file from your computer .)

Play a video in the click sequence, automatically, or when clicked

Important:  Set this option before adding any animations or triggers to your video. By changing this option, you will remove any animations that are associated with your video.

In Normal view, click the video frame on the slide.

On the Playback tab, in the Video Options group, from the Start list, select an option:

Tip:  While a video is playing, you can pause it by clicking it. To resume playing the video, click it again.

Play a video full screen

You can play a video so that it fills the entire slide (screen) when you deliver your presentation. Depending on the resolution of your original video file, it might appear distorted when you enlarge it. Always preview your video before you include it in your presentation so that if the video appears distorted or blurry, you can undo the full screen option.

If you set the video to be displayed full screen and it is also set to start automatically, you can drag the video frame off the slide into the gray area so that it will not be visible on the slide or flash briefly before the video goes to full screen.

In Normal view, click the video frame on the slide that you want to play full screen.

Under Video Tools , on the Playback tab, in the Video Options group, select the Play Full Screen check box.

Resize a video

If you don't want to play a movie full screen, you can resize it to the dimensions that you want.

In Normal view, select the video that you want to resize.

Do one of the following:

To adjust the formatting:

Click a corner sizing handle until you see a two-headed arrow, and then drag to size the frame.

To keep the center of the video in the same place, hold down Ctrl while dragging. By default, this maintains the proportions (locks the aspect ratio) of the video as you drag.

The default aspect ratio for presentations in PowerPoint is 16:9. If the aspect ratios of the presentation and the video differ, your video will look distorted when it plays.

To specify precise height-to-width proportions of a video:

Click Size , and then under Scale , select the Lock aspect ratio check box.

Under Size and rotate , enter sizes in the Height and Width boxes, or under Scale , in the Scale Height and Scale Width boxes, enter the percentage of size that you want, relative to the video's original size.

Tip:  To prevent videos from skipping when they are played, under Scale , select the Best scale for slide show check box.

Preview a video

In Normal view, click the video frame.

Click Play .

There is also a Play option in the Preview group, on both the Format and Playback tabs, under Video Tools .

Set the volume of a video

Under Video Tools , on the Playback tab, in the Video Options group, click Volume , and then choose one of the following:

Tip:  You can also set the volume by using the volume slider on the play control bar.

Hide a video when not playing

While delivering your presentation, you can hide your video until you are ready to play it. However, you should create an automatic or triggered animation to initiate playback or you will never see the video play during the slideshow. For more information about creating an automatic or triggered animation, see Animate text or objects .

Under Video Tools , on the Playback tab, in the Video Options group, select the Hide While Not Playing check box.

Loop a video

To play your video repeatedly and continuously during your presentation, you can use the loop feature.

Under Video Tools , on the Playback tab, in the Video Options group, select the Loop until Stopped check box.

Rewind a video after playing

To rewind your video after playing during your presentation, do the following:

Under Video Tools , on the Playback tab, in the Video Options group, select the Rewind after Playing check box.

Show the media controls

To show the media controls during your presentation, do the following:

On the Slide Show tab, in the Set up group, select the Show Media Controls check box.

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How to Loop a Microsoft PowerPoint Slide Show Continuously

If you made a PowerPoint slide show and want it to play continuously instead of stop automatically, you can make a small change to the setting.

1. Go to Slide Show tab, and choose Set Up Slide Show in Set Up section.

2. Find Show options section in the popping out Set Up Show windows.

Check the first option – loop continuously until ‘Esc’ , and hit OK to confirm the change of setting.

3. Then you can play the slide show from beginning. If all the slides end, it will auto replay from the beginning without being stopped unless you press the [Esc] key on the keyboard. That means if you don’t intervene, the slide show will play continuously.

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How to Loop a Powerpoint Office 365 Slideshow

For typical Powerpoint presentations that you just show to one person, you likely aren’t concerned with what happens when the slideshow is over.

But some situations call for a slideshow to continue playing for an extended period of time.

This means that you will need to learn how to loop a Powerpoint Office 365 presentation so that it plays continuously.

How to Do a Powerpoint for Office 365 Slideshow Loop

• Open the presentation.
• Select the Slide Show tab.
• Choose Set Up Slide Show .
• Check the Loop continuously until Esc box.
• Click the top slide, hold down Shift , then click the last slide.
• Choose the Transitions tab.
• Uncheck On Mouse Click , check After , then set a duration for each slide.

Our guide continues below with more information on how to loop a Powerpoint Office 365 presentation, including pictures of these steps.

Sometimes you will create a presentation in Powerpoint that is going to be shown someplace where it will be unattended.

This could be at a trade show, in an office, or anywhere else where there is a TV or computer screen.

Constantly having to restart that slideshow yourself is often impractical, and would be tedious even if you were physically able to attend to it.

Fortunately, it’s possible to create a slideshow loop in Powerpoint so that the presentation will play continuously once it has concluded.

Our guide below will show you how to create a Powerpoint slideshow loop in Microsoft Powerpoint for Office 365.

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How to Make a Powerpoint Slideshow Loop (Guide with Pictures)

The steps in this article were performed in the Microsoft Powerpoint for Office 365 version of the application, but will work in most other versions of the application as well.

Note that the presentation can loop on its own, but you may need to adjust any screensaver or hibernation settings on your computer so that the screen will remain on.

Step 1: Open your slideshow in Powerpoint.

Step 2: click the slide show tab at the top of the window..

Step 3: Click the Set Up Slide Show button.

Step 4: Check the box to the left of Loop continuously until Esc , then click OK .

Step 5: Click your first slide in the column at the left side of the window, then hold down the Shift key, scroll down and click the last slide.

Step 6: Select the Transitions tab at the top of the window.

Step 7: Click the box to the left of On Mouse Click to remove the check mark, check the box to the left of After , then choose the amount of time to display each slide.

I have set my slideshow to display each slide for 5 seconds in the image above.

You can start your slideshow at any time by pressing the F5 key on your keyboard.

You can stop the slideshow by pressing the Esc key on your keyboard.

You should now know how to loop a Powerpoint Office 365 presentation so that it continuously plays on repeat until you press the Esc key on your keyboard to terminate it.

Find out how to change your slide size in Powerpoint if you need a different orientation or slide dimensions for your presentation.

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How to Create a Looping Slideshow in PowerPoint

You can easily create a looping slideshow using PowerPoint. A looping slideshow displays each slide automatically for a certain amount of time. Once that time has elapsed, the slide automatically continues to the next slide. Once the slideshow reaches the end, it repeats from the beginning.

• Open your PowerPoint presentation.
• Click the [Slide Show] tab > From the "Set Up" group, click "Set Up Slide Show".
• From the resulting dialogue box, check "Loop continuously until 'Esc'" under the "Show options" section > Click [OK].
• From the "Slides" preview side panel, click your first slide > Press and hold [Shift] and click your last slide. This will select all of your slides.
• Click the [Transitions] tab > From the "Timing" group, uncheck "On Mouse Click" and check "After".
• To adjust the time you would like each slide to display, click the up and down arrows in the "After:" field within the "Timing" group. When your slideshow reaches the last slide, it will automatically loop back to the beginning.

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Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2010 enables you to visually enhance your message and present it in an appealing manner to your audience. Although you usually use PowerPoint presentations to accompany a speech, you can also play a PowerPoint show continuously while you prepare the next part of your presentation. Furthermore, if something comes up and you must pause for a few minutes, you can play the continuous show to keep your audience entertained.

Launch PowerPoint 2010 and open the presentation.

Click the "Slide Show" tab at the top of the PowerPoint window.

Click "Set Up Slide Show" in the Set Up section at the top to start setting up your show. The Set Up Show window pops up.

Place a check mark in front of the Loop Continuously Until Esc option, in the Show Options section.

Click "OK" to save and apply the settings and close the Set Up Show window.

Click the "Transitions" tab at the top.

Select a slide in the left pane, press "Ctrl-A" to select all slides and then place a check mark in front of the After option in the Timing section at the top.

Type the number of seconds you want to pass before the next slide is displayed in the box next to After.

Press "F5" to run the presentation. Your show will play continuously until you press "Esc."

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• You might bore your audience if you play a short presentation over and over again.

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How to Loop a Video in PowerPoint and Play Endlessly

Looping is useful to keep a video playing endlessly without having the presenter replay the video manually. This technique is popular among short videos and GIF-like content.

You could edit the video and make it look like looping using a mainstream video editor, but that method sounds exhausting, and not many people can afford to use the software. Instead, PowerPoint enables you to loop a running video with a single click .

In this guide, you will learn how to loop a video in PowerPoint. I will assume you already know how to insert a video into a presentation slide beforehand.

Guide to Looping Videos in PowerPoint

1. Launch a PowerPoint document with a video already inserted.

2. Select the video and go to the Playback menu.

3. Tick the box of Loop until Stopped .

4. To test the result, run the Slideshow (F5) .

The video will keep playing and looping unless you pause it or move to another slide — it’s a smart mechanism to preserve computing power and ensure the best performance even with multiple videos within a slide.

Tips for Smooth, Seamless Video Loops

To prevent jarring jumps between loop cycles, properly editing the video source file is key:

• Edit video:  Use video editing software to trim and adjust the clip so the loop point transitions flawlessly.
• Shorter is better:  Looping shorter videos will have better performance. Long videos may lag and delay.
• Use animations:  PowerPoint animations give more looping options than just the video settings.
• Test thoroughly:  Preview the looped video in Presenter View to verify smooth playback.

With the right techniques, looping videos can be an easy way to enhance engagement and visual interest in your PowerPoint presentations. The endless repeat creates an immersive, mesmerizing effect that grabs attention.

Adding looping videos to PowerPoint is an easy way to increase engagement and visual appeal for your presentations. The endless repetition grabs attention and emphasizes your message.

Use the built-in “Loop until Stopped” option for basic looping needs, and explore animations for more customization. Edit your video source for seamless transitions between cycles. Test thoroughly before presenting.

How do you loop a video continuously in PowerPoint?

To loop a video continuously in PowerPoint, simply click on the video, go to the Playback tab under Video Tools, and check the box next to “Loop until Stopped” in the Video Options group. This will make the video repeat nonstop until you manually stop it or switch slides.

Why is my PowerPoint video not playing automatically?

If your PowerPoint video isn’t playing automatically, check the Playback settings for that video. Click the video, go to Playback > Start and make sure it’s set to “Automatically” rather than “On Click.” Also, check that “Hide While Not Playing” is unchecked. If it still doesn’t work, try optimizing media compatibility under File > Info.

Is there a maximum length video I can loop in PowerPoint?

There’s no explicit max length, but longer videos are more likely to have performance issues. Keep looping videos under 30-60 seconds for best results. Use shorter clips if possible.

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But there is another use of PowerPoint. Non-interactive and self-running slideshows, without presenters. Think about screens with advertising in shops, information at banks, way-finding at museums, menu boards at takeaway restaurants, or train information at stations. Yes, all these presentations can be created with PowerPoint too, but how can you create a slideshow that runs continuously? Follow me.

Transitions

Not really needed for continuous slideshows, but transitions can best be set on your slides for viewing pleasure. Without transitions, you get immediate changes from one slide to the other. With transitions, you can choose an animation effect when advancing to the next slide of the presentation.

Select a slide and click the Transitions tab. Choose a transition from the list of transitions. At this moment, the Office 365 version of PowerPoint has 48 transitions. Personally, I would select one transition effect for all slides as that looks more professional and not chaotic. But when wanted, you can set a different transition effect for every slide.

A duration of 00:10.00 will show a slide for exactly 10 seconds. A value of 03:15.00 will use this slide for 3 minutes and 15 seconds.

Optionally you can uncheck the On Mouse Click option.

You can set a different duration per slide individually, or click the Apply To All option to copy the transition and timing options of the current slide to all other slides. Take into account that some slides might have more and longer texts, and assume that everyone is reading the text for the first time, young and old.

Set Up Slide Show

With the settings described above, the slide will advance automatically, without user interaction, but there is one problem: it will end the slide show after showing the last slide of the presentation. We need to repeat the slides forever!

Click the Slide Show menu option in PowerPoint, and then click the Set Up Slide Show button. At the Show type, there are 3 options.

We have our iPoint product which is typically used on-premises and is using a computer that is connected to a television screen. Here you even have the option to use our DataPoint technology to show real real-time data on your screens. Think about auctions, flight information, resource allocations, ongoing and scheduled events, etc.

And as for every good product, we also have a cloud version of this called SignageTube . With this, you use a browser to manage all your screen content. Upload your presentation via that browser. At your shops, where you use a smart TV with no computer attached. From the Google Play Store, you download the SignageTube player app , and your uploaded presentation will run as a movie on your smart TV, just like Netflix. This is a great solution for advertising needs.

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Continuing a slide in PowerPoint is a simple yet essential task for creating a professional and engaging presentation. Whether you’re designing a presentation for a business meeting, a school project, or any other purpose, it’s important to know how to continue a slide seamlessly to avoid confusing your audience.

In my personal experience, I’ve found that using the same slide title on multiple slides can be confusing for the audience. They may wonder why the slide title has not changed, even though the rest of the content has changed. Therefore, it’s better to avoid using the same slide title in multiple slides. Instead, you can use the second option, which is to add “(continued)” to the slide title. This option is much clearer and easier for the audience to understand.

To continue a slide in PowerPoint, you have several options to choose from. One option is to split the body text between two slides, which can be done by selecting the text and clicking the “Enter” key. PowerPoint will automatically create a new slide with the same title as the current slide and divide the text approximately evenly between the two slides. Another option is to continue on a new slide, which can be done by creating a new slide with the same title as the current slide and then switching to it to continue typing the text you want to add.

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Configuring Slide Options

Using the set up show dialog box, applying transitions and animations, incorporating multimedia elements, looping and timing slides, controlling the slide show flow, adapting to your audience and venue, setting up your slide show.

When it comes to creating a PowerPoint presentation, it’s essential to ensure that the slides are set up correctly to achieve the desired result. This section will cover the necessary steps to set up your slide show in PowerPoint.

The first step in setting up your slide show is to configure the slide options. This can be done by going to the “Slide Show” tab and selecting “Set Up Slide Show.” Here, you will find several options that can be configured to your preference.

One of the most critical options is the “Loop continuously until ‘Esc'” option. This option ensures that your slide show will continue to play in a loop until the user presses the “Esc” key. To enable this option, simply tick the checkbox next to it.

Another way to configure your slide show is by using the “Set Up Show” dialog box. This dialog box can be accessed by clicking the “Set Up Show” button in the “Slide Show” tab.

In the “Set Up Show” dialog box, you will find several options that can be configured, such as the slide show type, the starting slide, and the slide show monitor. You can also choose to rehearse timings, which will help you determine how long each slide should be displayed.

If you want to record your slide show, you can use the “Record Slide Show” option. This option allows you to record your slide show and add narration, timings, and laser pointer gestures.

Another option is the “Record Timings” option, which allows you to record the time spent on each slide. To use this option, simply click on the “Slide Time Box” and enter the time you want to spend on each slide.

Once you’re ready to start recording, click the “Start Recording” button. If you need to pause or stop recording, you can use the “Pause Recording” or “Stop Recording” buttons, respectively. You can also resume recording by clicking the “Resume Recording” button.

In conclusion, setting up your slide show in PowerPoint is a crucial step in creating an effective presentation. By configuring the slide options and using the “Set Up Show” dialog box, you can ensure that your slide show is set up correctly and ready to be presented.

Enhancing Presentations with Media and Transitions

When it comes to creating engaging presentations, incorporating multimedia elements and applying transitions and animations can make a significant difference. In this section, I will discuss how to use transitions and multimedia elements to enhance your PowerPoint presentations.

Transitions and animations are essential tools in creating engaging presentations. Adding transitions between slides can make your presentation more fluid and professional-looking. You can add transition effects to all slides at once or apply them to individual slides. To apply transitions to all slides, click the “Transitions” tab, select the transition you want to apply, and click “Apply to All.”

You can also customize the transition effect by clicking on “Effect Options.” This will open a dialog box where you can adjust the duration, direction, and other settings for the transition effect.

Animations can also add visual interest to your presentation. To add animation to an object, click on the object, go to the “Animations” tab, and select the animation you want to apply. You can also adjust the animation effect by clicking on “Effect Options” and customizing the settings.

Adding multimedia elements such as images and videos can make your presentation more engaging. To add an image, click on the slide where you want to add the image, go to the “Insert” tab, and click on “Pictures.” Select the image you want to add and click “Insert.” You can also adjust the size and position of the image by dragging it to the desired location.

Embedding a YouTube video is also a great way to incorporate multimedia elements into your presentation. To embed a YouTube video, go to the slide where you want to add the video, click on the “Insert” tab, and select “Video.” From there, select “Online Video” and enter the URL of the YouTube video you want to embed.

In conclusion, incorporating multimedia elements and applying transitions and animations can make your PowerPoint presentation more engaging and professional-looking. By following the steps outlined in this section, you can create a presentation that will capture your audience’s attention and keep them engaged throughout.

Running a Seamless Slide Show

As a presenter, I always strive to make my slide shows as seamless as possible. Here are a few tips that I have learned over the years to make sure that my presentations run smoothly.

If you want your slides to keep looping continuously until you press the “Esc” key, you can set up your slide show to do so. To do this, go to the “Slide Show” tab and select “Set Up Slide Show.” In the “Show options” group, check the “Loop continuously until ‘Esc'” option and click “OK” to apply the new setup. This is particularly useful if you are presenting at a kiosk or if your presentation will be browsed at a kiosk (full screen).

Another important aspect of creating a seamless slide show is to set the timing of your slides. In the “Timing” group, you can select the duration of each slide and choose whether to advance slides on mouse click or after a set duration. You can also apply these timings to all slides by clicking “Apply to All.” This is a great way to control the flow of your slide show and ensure that your audience stays engaged.

In addition to looping and timing your slides, you can also control the flow of your slide show by using narration and pausing. If you want to add narration to your slide show, simply go to the “Slide Show” tab and select “Record Slide Show.” From there, you can record your narration and set timings for each slide. This is a great way to add a personal touch to your presentation and keep your audience engaged.

If you need to pause your slide show for any reason, you can do so by pressing the “Pause” key on your keyboard. This will pause the slide show and allow you to take a break or answer any questions from your audience. To resume the slide show, simply press the “Pause” key again.

By following these tips and tricks, you can create a seamless slide show that will keep your audience engaged and interested throughout your presentation. Remember to practice your slide show beforehand and make any necessary adjustments to ensure that everything runs smoothly.

Tips for Different Presentation Environments

When presenting with PowerPoint, it is essential to consider your audience and the venue where you will be presenting. These factors can significantly impact how you deliver your presentation and how you should design your slides.

Presented by a Speaker

If you are presenting in front of an audience, it is essential to make sure that your slides are easy to read from a distance. Use a simple font style, such as Arial or Calibri, and choose a font size that your audience can read from the back of the room. It is also crucial to use high-quality images and graphics that can be seen clearly.

When presenting, use a microphone to ensure that your voice is heard clearly. Additionally, consider using speaker notes to help guide your presentation and keep you on track.

Presented by a Speaker (Full Screen)

If your presentation is being shown full screen, it is essential to design your slides with this in mind. Use high-quality images and graphics that will look good when displayed on a larger screen. Also, make sure that your font size is large enough to be read from a distance.

Browsed by an Individual

If your presentation will be browsed by an individual, it is essential to make sure that your slides are easy to navigate. Use clear headings and subheadings to help guide the reader, and consider using hyperlinks to make it easy to jump between slides.

Browsed by an Individual (Window)

If your presentation will be browsed in a window, it is essential to consider the size of the window. Make sure that your slides are designed to fit within the window without the need for scrolling. Additionally, consider using animations and transitions to make your presentation more engaging.

If your presentation will be unattended, it is essential to make sure that your slides are self-explanatory. Use clear headings and subheadings to help guide the reader, and consider using animations and transitions to make your presentation more engaging.

If your presentation will be shown at a booth, it is essential to make sure that your slides are eye-catching and engaging. Use high-quality images and graphics to draw people in, and consider using animations and transitions to make your presentation more dynamic.

If you are presenting at a wedding, it is essential to make sure that your slides are elegant and tasteful. Use a simple, classic font style, and choose images and graphics that are appropriate for the occasion.

Trade Shows

If you are presenting at a trade show, it is essential to make sure that your slides are eye-catching and informative. Use high-quality images and graphics to draw people in, and consider using animations and transitions to make your presentation more dynamic.

Regardless of the presentation environment, it is essential to use a microphone to ensure that your voice is heard clearly. Make sure that the microphone is set up correctly and that you know how to use it before you start your presentation.

When creating your presentation, it is essential to consider whether it will be presented on a PC or a Mac. Make sure that your presentation is compatible with the operating system that will be used.

Copy/Same Title

If you will be presenting multiple times, it is essential to make sure that each copy of your presentation has a unique title. This will help to avoid confusion and ensure that the correct version of your presentation is being used.

Abbreviations

When using abbreviations in your presentation, make sure that they are clear and easy to understand. Avoid using obscure abbreviations that may be unfamiliar to your audience.

• Use a simple font style and choose a font size that your audience can read from a distance.
• Use high-quality images and graphics to draw people in.
• Consider using animations and transitions to make your presentation more engaging.
• Use speaker notes to help guide your presentation.
• Use a microphone to ensure that your voice is heard clearly.
• Make sure that your slides are easy to navigate.
• Use clear headings and subheadings to help guide the reader.

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can i loop a presentation with CONTINUOUS music playing?

I have a set of four slides whih i need to play at an exhibition with a background track playing. but when it goes into the 2nd and subsequent loops, the music gets reset to the beginning point..

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