Master Propresenter 7: Creating Stunning Themes & Looks

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Creating a Theme
3. Adding a New Screen to ProPresenter
4. Designing a New Slide
5. Setting Up a New Output
6. Configuring the Look
7. Applying the Look
8. Creating Different Types of Themes
9. Displaying Videos on Both Congregation and Live Stream
10. Conclusion

Creating Different Looks from the Same Slides

In this article, we will explore how to Create different looks from the same slides in ProPresenter. This allows You to send the same information to two different outputs with a completely different visual appearance. For example, you might want to display slides on the screens in your church while simultaneously sending the same information as lower thirds on your live stream. By following these four main steps, you can achieve this flexibility in your presentations.

Creating a Theme

The first step is to create a theme that will give your slides the desired look and design for your lower thirds. In ProPresenter, you can access the theme editor by clicking on the dots in the taskbar and selecting "Theme Editor." Here, you can create a new theme by clicking on "New Theme" and giving it a name. This theme will serve as a template that you can reuse for different purposes, such as song lyrics, message slides, or videos.

Adding a New Screen to ProPresenter

To send your slides to different outputs, you need to add a new screen to ProPresenter. This can be done by going to the "Screens" menu and selecting "Configure Screens." Choose an audience output, such as NDI or HDMI, depending on your setup. Rename the screen to easily identify it, such as "Live Stream."

Designing a New Slide

Instead of editing your existing slides, it is recommended to create a new slide for your lower thirds. This can be done in the theme editor by adding a new slide and customizing its design. To make the text stand out, leave a gap at the bottom and add a rectangle behind the text. Adjust the opacity to around 20% so that it overlays the camera feed without obstructing it. You can also enable the "Scale Text Down to Fit Container" option to automatically resize the text if it exceeds the box size.

Setting Up a New Output

Configure the look by deciding which elements should be displayed on each screen. For example, select the lower third theme for your live stream screen and deselect elements that are not required for the specific output. You can also use different themes for different types of content. For videos, you may want to display only the media and not the slides, while for song lyrics you may want to display both. Be mindful of naming conventions to easily locate and link different themes together.

Configuring the Look

In the "Edit Looks" section, you can set up different presets for each screen. These presets determine what elements are sent to the respective outputs when a specific look is applied. For instance, when applying the lower third song preset, you can choose to Show the slides only on the congregation screen and display both the slides and media on the live stream screen. Make sure to select the appropriate theme for each look.

Applying the Look

Once the look has been set up, you can Apply it to your slides using the action palette. Simply drag and drop the desired look onto the slide or right-click and select the look from the Context menu. This will Instantly update the visual appearance of the slides according to the applied look. By applying different looks to different slides, you can seamlessly switch between different visual styles within your presentation.

Creating Different Types of Themes

ProPresenter allows you to create various types of themes for different purposes. You can set up themes specifically for message slides, videos, pictures, or any other content you display on your live stream and in church. By creating multiple themes, you can easily switch between them and maintain a consistent visual style for each type of content.

Displaying Videos on Both Congregation and Live Stream

To display videos on both the congregation screen and the live stream, configure the look to include the media element on both screens. By selecting the appropriate theme and making sure the slides are turned off for the live stream, you can ensure that the video takes up the full screen on both outputs.

Conclusion

In conclusion, by following these steps, you can create different looks from the same slides and send the information to multiple outputs with unique visual appearances. This flexibility allows you to cater to the specific requirements of your congregation and live stream audience. Experiment with different looks, themes, and presets to create engaging and visually appealing presentations in ProPresenter.