I have a very basic issue on which I am always stuck. So, I have to create a course where I am using image in background and then text over it in boxes. So on every other size the content size is different and I am unable to decide the sizes of the box. I am confused if all the boxes should be of same size for a better look or should they be as per the content size. I am attaching sample to explain what I mean.
Can anyone help me or redirect me to a thread where this has been discussed.
I see what you mean! If you're using the same layout on every slide, I would make the white boxes the same size on every slide even if the text doesn't fill up the boxes every time. That way your design will look more consistent. Here's a before and after shot so you can compare (you can download my version by clicking on the attachment). I also changed the body text size so it would be the same across all 3 slides.
Another option would be to define 2-3 different layouts for different lengths of text. The key here would be to make the layouts look purposefully different. For example, for slides with less text you could choose to have a white background with a smaller, square image instead of using the image as the background.
Thanks Allision. That really helps. Since I want the learner to see the background image and the text won't need a full screen space, I will go with the second option you suggested.
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Hi Mansi,
I see what you mean! If you're using the same layout on every slide, I would make the white boxes the same size on every slide even if the text doesn't fill up the boxes every time. That way your design will look more consistent. Here's a before and after shot so you can compare (you can download my version by clicking on the attachment). I also changed the body text size so it would be the same across all 3 slides.
Another option would be to define 2-3 different layouts for different lengths of text. The key here would be to make the layouts look purposefully different. For example, for slides with less text you could choose to have a white background with a smaller, square image instead of using the image as the background.
Hope that helps!
Thanks Allision. That really helps. Since I want the learner to see the background image and the text won't need a full screen space, I will go with the second option you suggested.
Thanks again!
Perfect! :) Glad that was helpful
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