{"id":4328,"date":"2025-10-27T03:07:47","date_gmt":"2025-10-27T10:07:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/?p=4328"},"modified":"2026-04-14T00:30:20","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T07:30:20","slug":"add-notes-in-powerpoint","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/blog\/add-notes-in-powerpoint","title":{"rendered":"How to Add Notes to PowerPoint Step by Step"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Have you ever forgotten key points in the middle of a presentation? You planned them out beforehand, but when it\u2019s time to speak, you forget or miss a few. If you&#8217;ve experienced this, using notes in PowerPoint might be the best way to avert a similar scenario another time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You must be curious now, wanting to know <strong>how to add notes to PowerPoint<\/strong>. We will walk you through the process of adding speaker notes, editing, viewing, printing, and using them across devices on PowerPoint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83c\udf1f <strong>You Might Also Like:<\/strong> &gt;&gt; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aippt.com\/blog\/add-speaker-notes-in-google-slides\">How to Add Speaker Notes in Google Slides<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Adding Notes in PowerPoint and Practical Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are so many benefits of using presentation notes in PowerPoint slides. It does more than just being a reminder and improves the overall delivery of your message. Let&#8217;s check out other benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Notes help you remember key talking points during presentations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They ensure your slides stay clean while you read them privately.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Helps make collaboration easier when sharing slides with teammates.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you know how helpful notes can be, let&#8217;s explore some practical tips for using notes effectively:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Keep your notes as concise as possible using keywords.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use formatting options like bullet points, changing font sizes, bold, and italics to emphasize the key points.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use Presenter View for a professional and organized delivery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"689\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-notes-in-powerpoint-1.png\" alt=\"add notes in powerpoint\" class=\"wp-image-4373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-notes-in-powerpoint-1.png 689w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-notes-in-powerpoint-1-300x203.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-notes-in-powerpoint-1-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 689px) 100vw, 689px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Put Speaker Notes in PowerPoint on Windows and Mac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The following methods for adding speaker notes in PowerPoint work seamlessly on both Windows and Mac, so you can follow along regardless of your operating system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. How to Add Notes in PowerPoint While Creating<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you&#8217;re designing a presentation for a meeting, lecture, webinar, or training session, it\u2019s always a good idea to add notes while creating your slides. This way, you stay organized and capture your thoughts instantly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcdd You can follow these steps to add notes to a PPT while presenting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>Open your presentation in PowerPoint and select the slide you want to add notes to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"336\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/launch-ppt-to-add-notes.png\" alt=\"launch ppt to add notes\" class=\"wp-image-4376\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/launch-ppt-to-add-notes.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/launch-ppt-to-add-notes-300x144.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/launch-ppt-to-add-notes-18x9.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Locate the \u201c<strong>Notes<\/strong>\u201d pane at the bottom of the window. By default, it should be visible on Windows and macOS devices. If it&#8217;s hidden, click on the \u201cNotes\u201d button to show it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3: <\/strong>In the Notes pane, tap on where it says \u201c<strong>Click to add notes<\/strong>\u201d and enter your notes. Ensure to keep it simple. You can format your notes using bullet points and adjusting font sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"401\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-notes-in-powerpoint-2.png\" alt=\"add notes in powerpoint\" class=\"wp-image-4378\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-notes-in-powerpoint-2.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-notes-in-powerpoint-2-300x172.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-notes-in-powerpoint-2-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. How to Insert Notes on PowerPoint While Presenting<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes you might want to make edits during a live presentation or jot down audience feedback and new talking points. Fortunately, PowerPoint lets you do both.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcdd Here is how you can edit or insert notes in PowerPoint while presenting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Open the \u201c<strong>Slide Show<\/strong>\u201d tab in the PowerPoint ribbon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"464\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/view-notes-in-slideshow-tab.png\" alt=\"view notes in slideshow tab\" class=\"wp-image-4384\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/view-notes-in-slideshow-tab.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/view-notes-in-slideshow-tab-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/view-notes-in-slideshow-tab-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Choose how you want your slideshow to play from the \u201c<strong>Start Slide Show<\/strong>\u201d group (or press F5 on your keyboard).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"452\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/insert-notes-in-powerpoint.png\" alt=\"insert notes in powerpoint\" class=\"wp-image-4382\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/insert-notes-in-powerpoint.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/insert-notes-in-powerpoint-300x194.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/insert-notes-in-powerpoint-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3: <\/strong>Once the slideshow begins, right-click on your screen to open a pop-up menu and select \u201c<strong>Show Presenter View<\/strong>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"368\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/show-note-in-presenter-view.png\" alt=\"show note in presenter view\" class=\"wp-image-4383\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/show-note-in-presenter-view.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/show-note-in-presenter-view-300x158.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/show-note-in-presenter-view-18x9.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 4: <\/strong>You&#8217;ll find the notes located on the right side of the screen. Edit your notes or add new ones by clicking inside the notes area and typing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"399\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/edit-notes-in-presenter-view.png\" alt=\"edit notes in presenter view\" class=\"wp-image-4381\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/edit-notes-in-presenter-view.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/edit-notes-in-presenter-view-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/edit-notes-in-presenter-view-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Adjust Settings to View Notes for PowerPoint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">PowerPoint provides various options to view notes in your presentation, depending on how many screens you&#8217;re using.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re presenting with two monitors, you can use one to display your slides to your audience and the other to view your PowerPoint presentation notes. This is known as Presenter View. However, with a single monitor, you can still open a smaller notes window next to your slides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcdd The following steps will guide you on how to adjust the settings:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>Go to the Slide Show tab and check the box for \u201c<strong>Use Presenter View<\/strong>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"485\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/use-presenter-view-to-show-notes.png\" alt=\"use presenter view to show notes\" class=\"wp-image-4389\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/use-presenter-view-to-show-notes.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/use-presenter-view-to-show-notes-300x208.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/use-presenter-view-to-show-notes-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Choose which monitor displays the presentation (main) and which shows the notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"415\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/select-the-monitor-to-view-notes.png\" alt=\"select the monitor to view notes\" class=\"wp-image-4387\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/select-the-monitor-to-view-notes.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/select-the-monitor-to-view-notes-300x178.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/select-the-monitor-to-view-notes-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> For a single monitor setup, go to &#8220;Set Up Slide Show &gt; <strong>Browsed by an individual (window)<\/strong>&#8220;. Then, click \u201c<strong>OK<\/strong>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"556\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/set-up-show-for-viewing-notes.png\" alt=\"set up show for viewing notes\" class=\"wp-image-4388\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/set-up-show-for-viewing-notes.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/set-up-show-for-viewing-notes-300x238.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/set-up-show-for-viewing-notes-15x12.png 15w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Print Presentation Notes in PowerPoint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After you add notes to slides in PowerPoint, you may need a backup, a speaking guide, a hard-copy handout, or reference materials during meetings and conferences. Printing your presentation notes can be very helpful in these situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcdd Here\u2019s how to print your slides with notes step by step:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>Open your PowerPoint presentation and go to \u201c<strong>File &gt; Print<\/strong>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Click on \u201c<strong>Full Page Slides<\/strong>\u201d to open a drop-down menu. Then select \u201c<strong>Notes Pages<\/strong>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"502\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/print-notes-pages-on-ppt.png\" alt=\"print notes pages on ppt\" class=\"wp-image-4391\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/print-notes-pages-on-ppt.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/print-notes-pages-on-ppt-300x215.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/print-notes-pages-on-ppt-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> You\u2019ll see a preview showing each slide with its notes below. Then click \u201c<strong>Print<\/strong>\u201d to get a hard copy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"553\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/print-ppt-slides-with-notes.png\" alt=\"print ppt slides with notes\" class=\"wp-image-4392\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/print-ppt-slides-with-notes.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/print-ppt-slides-with-notes-300x237.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/print-ppt-slides-with-notes-15x12.png 15w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Add a Sticky Note to a PowerPoint Presentation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sticky notes are perfect for highlighting key points or adding personal touches to your slides. You can create them from shapes using PowerPoint\u2019s built-in tools. Using different shapes and colors can also make your slides more engaging and visually appealing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcdd Here\u2019s how to add a sticky note to your PPT presentation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Proceed to the \u201cInsert\u201d tab of your presentation and open \u201cShapes\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Select a shape. You can go for rectangles or callout shapes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-sticky-notes-into-ppt.png\" alt=\"add sticky notes into ppt\" class=\"wp-image-4394\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-sticky-notes-into-ppt.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-sticky-notes-into-ppt-300x229.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-sticky-notes-into-ppt-16x12.png 16w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3: <\/strong>Draw the shape where you want the note to appear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 4: <\/strong>Type your text inside the shape. You can format sticky notes with bright colors or outlines to make them stand out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"396\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/use-sticky-notes-on-ppt.png\" alt=\"use sticky notes on ppt\" class=\"wp-image-4395\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/use-sticky-notes-on-ppt.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/use-sticky-notes-on-ppt-300x170.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/use-sticky-notes-on-ppt-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bonus Tip: Create and Design PowerPoint Presentations Using AiPPT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aippt.com\">AiPPT.com<\/a> is an AI-powered tool for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aippt.com\/blog\/best-ppt-sites\">generating creative slides<\/a> in seconds. All you need to do is type in a prompt with your topic or outline, and the tool automatically designs a clean, professional presentation for you, saving you hours of work. If you need to add notes in PowerPoint on AiPPT, you can insert an annotation into the slide and add text to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you need to add notes in PowerPoint on AiPPT, you can insert an annotation into the slide and add text to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udcdd Follow these steps to insert a note into PPT using this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aippt.com\/blog\/free-slideshow-maker-no-watermark\">AI-powered PPT tool<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Sign up or sign in to AiPPT.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Create a new project with the \u201c<strong>+ New Project<\/strong>\u201d or open an existing presentation from \u201cMy Works\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-new-project-in-aippt-1.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 3: <\/strong>On arriving at your workspace, click on \u201c<strong>Insert Element<\/strong>\u201d and select \u201c<strong>Shape<\/strong>\u201d. Scroll down and choose an Annotation shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/insert-shape-using-aippt.png\" alt=\"insert shape using aippt\" class=\"wp-image-4401\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/insert-shape-using-aippt.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/insert-shape-using-aippt-300x189.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/insert-shape-using-aippt-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Go back to \u201c<strong>Insert Element &gt; Text<\/strong>\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"434\" src=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-note-using-aippt.png\" alt=\"add note using aippt\" class=\"wp-image-4400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-note-using-aippt.png 700w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-note-using-aippt-300x186.png 300w, https:\/\/resources.aippt.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/add-note-using-aippt-18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Step 5: <\/strong>Type a text and place it in the shape.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can turn around your presentation and make it better by adding notes to your slides. Notes help you remember key points for your presentation and ensure your slides remain organized while at it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now that you know how to add notes to PowerPoint, you can practice with them before your next class or meeting presentation. Whether you&#8217;re presenting in person or online, your notes will be your best ally for a confident and smooth delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs on Adding Notes to PowerPoint<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before you go, here are quick answers to common questions about PowerPoint presentation notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. How to present a PowerPoint with notes on Zoom?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to present PowerPoint with notes on Zoom:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open your presentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click \u201cSlide Show &gt; Set Up Slide Show\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose \u201cBrowsed by an individual (window)\u201d and start the slideshow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to Zoom, share that PowerPoint window (not the whole screen).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your notes open in Presenter View, so you\u2019ll see them, but your audience won\u2019t.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. How do I add notes to PowerPoint without showing them?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s how to add a note in PPT without showing it to your audience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open your PowerPoint presentation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to the View tab and select \u201cNotes\u201d.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Type your notes in the pane below each slide.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When presenting, use Presenter View so only you see the notes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you\u2019re sharing your slides, export the file as slides only (without Notes Pages).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. 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