Have you ever attended a large event where the speaker used a laser pointer to highlight important points on their presentation slides? While it may seem like a useful tool, there are actually several reasons why using a laser pointer during a presentation is not the best choice. In this post, we’ll explore one of the main reasons why laser pointers can be problematic in large event settings.
One of the biggest drawbacks of using a laser pointer during a presentation is that it only covers one screen or projection surface. This means that if there are multiple screens or projection surfaces in the room, the laser pointer may not be effective in highlighting the relevant information for everyone in the audience. In fact, some audience members may not even be able to see the screen or surface that the laser pointer is pointing at, especially if they are seated far away or at an angle.
This issue has been brought to light by presenters who have experienced the limitations of laser pointers in large event settings. In one particularly memorable instance, a doctor gave a presentation using a confidence monitor, which only he could see. Rather than using a laser pointer to highlight his slides, he comically pointed to the confidence monitor to draw attention to the relevant information. Of course, this approach wasn’t particularly effective, as it left most of the audience unable to see what he was talking about. This amusing anecdote underscores the importance of finding alternative ways to engage with your audience during presentations.
So, what’s the solution? Instead of relying on a laser pointer, presenters can use other tools to highlight important information during their presentation. For example, they can use animations or transitions within their slides to draw attention to specific points, or they can simply use their own body language and gestures to emphasize key ideas. Another option is to use the laser pointer tool that is built into PowerPoint itself. This tool allows presenters to turn their mouse cursor into a colored pointer that they can drag around on their screen to highlight things in their presentation. To use the laser pointer tool, simply hit F5 to start your slide show, right-click a slide to open the right-click menu, open the pointer options, and select laser pointer. Note that the default color for the PowerPoint pointer is red, but you can also turn it into a blue or green laser pointer. Using this built-in tool can help ensure that everyone in the audience can see what you’re pointing at, regardless of which screen they are looking at.
Overall, while laser pointers may seem like a useful tool for presenters, they can actually be more of a hindrance in large event settings. By finding alternative ways to highlight important information, presenters can ensure that everyone in the audience is able to follow along and engage with their presentation.
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