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If standard 8" x 11" paper is used as a script, a good method is to
divide the sheet in half vertically, mark one half audio, and the other
half video, and then write the written presentation across from the
visual that will be shown during that portion of the talk. Remember to
leave plenty of space for easier reading.
Keep slides clean.
Most slides collect dust or fingerprints after being handled.
Fingerprints can be removed by using a commercial liquid
preparation. A camel-hair brush works well on dust.
Label and number slides.
Each slide should be labeled and numbered in case you drop or
scramble them accidently. It does happen!!
Use good equipment.
A slide program is worthless without proper equipment.
• The projector should be checked before each use. Make sure
that you have a spare bulb, a three-to-two prong adapter, at least
one 15-foot or longer extension cord and a remote control
extension.
The lens should be clean, so have a static brush. Have a stand
for the projector, in case it is needed. If a cartridge projector is
used, correctly place and check each slide before arriving for
the performance.
• Consider screen size and the focal length required for the lens.
The screen should be filled by the picture, if possible. If you
use both horizontal and vertical slides are used, have a square
screen. If the screen is rectangular, either the vertical or
horizontal slides are too large.
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