Master the Art of Animated Slide Deck Presentations with Figma
Table of Contents:
- Introduction
- Installing the Pitch Deck Plugin
- Opening the Plugin and Interpreting Frames
- Reordering Frames in the Plugin
- Adding Animations to Frames
- Copying Animation Styles
- Exporting and Updating the Presentation
- Presenting the Deck
- Using the Control Panel
- Using the Notes and Remote Control Functions
- Accessing the URL and Password
Introduction
In this tutorial, we will learn how to export slide designs from Figma to a real presentation using the Pitch Deck plugin. This plugin allows You to Create a presentation directly from your Figma design file, complete with animations and speaker notes. We will cover the installation process, how to interpret frames, add animations, reorder slides, and finally export and present the deck. Get ready to take your Figma designs to the next level with this powerful plugin!
Installing the Pitch Deck Plugin
To begin, we need to install the Pitch Deck plugin in Figma. Start by clicking on the Figma icon in the top left corner of your toolbar. Then, navigate to the Community or Plugins section and search for "Pitch Deck." Click on "Pitch Deck Presentation Studio" and install the plugin.
Opening the Plugin and Interpreting Frames
Once the plugin is installed, open your Figma design file. Right-click anywhere on the canvas, go to Plugins, and click on "Pitch Deck Presentation Studio" to launch the plugin. The plugin will interpret each frame in your design file as an individual slide. You can see the frames listed on the left-HAND side of the plugin.
Reordering Frames in the Plugin
The order of frames in the plugin may appear reversed compared to your design file due to Figma's layer hierarchy. However, you can easily reorder the frames in the plugin without modifying your original design file. Simply hover over the drag icon next to each frame's layer, click and hold, and drag the frame to the desired position. This will rearrange the slide order in the plugin.
Adding Animations to Frames
Pitch Deck allows you to animate frames within the plugin. By default, frames do not have any animations applied, but you can easily add animations to make your presentation more dynamic. Hover over a layer in the plugin, and a dropdown box with predefined animations will appear. Choose an animation from the list, such as Scale, rotation, or fade in. You can also customize the timing of the animation by dragging the timeline.
Copying Animation Styles
If you have already set up an animation on one frame and want to Apply the same animation to another frame, you can easily copy and paste animation styles within the plugin. Highlight the layer with the desired animation, click on the copy button, and then paste the animation onto another layer. This feature saves you time and effort by allowing you to quickly replicate animations across multiple frames.
Exporting and Updating the Presentation
Once you have finished setting up your frames and animations, you can export or update the presentation. The plugin provides options for both animated and static exports. For this tutorial, we will focus on the animated export. Click on the Pitch Deck URL export format, and then click on "Update Presentation." The plugin will generate a secure Presentation Link and a password. You can copy the link and password for later use.
Presenting the Deck
To present the deck, open the secure link provided by the plugin. You will need to enter the password to access the presentation. The secure link opens a browser window with the presentation ready for display. You can navigate through the slides using the next and previous buttons, keyboard arrow keys, or slide selector. Additionally, you can enter full-screen mode, enable a pointer for highlighting content, and use the speaker notes and timer for a seamless presentation experience.
Using the Control Panel
The control panel at the bottom of the presentation window allows you to navigate through the slides and access various presentation features. You can easily switch between slides, enable a laser pointer or other fun cursors, view speaker notes, and control the timer. The control panel automatically disappears when inactive but reappears when you move the mouse.
Using the Notes and Remote Control Functions
Pitch Deck provides a separate notes window for displaying speaker notes and a remote control function for controlling the presentation from a secondary screen or mobile device. The notes window displays the Current slide, previous slide, and next slide, along with speaker notes specific to each slide. The remote control function allows you to control the presentation and pointer from a separate screen or mobile device, enhancing mobility during presentations.
Accessing the URL and Password
If you need to access the presentation URL and password again after closing the plugin, you can easily retrieve them within Figma. Simply click on the padlock icon in the plugin, and a panel will appear displaying the secure link and password. You can copy and paste the URL and password for sharing or quick access.
+FAQ
Q: How do I install the Pitch Deck plugin in Figma?
A: To install the Pitch Deck plugin, click on the Figma icon in the top left corner of your toolbar. Then, go to Community or Plugins and search for "Pitch Deck." Click on "Pitch Deck Presentation Studio" and install the plugin.
Q: How do I reorder frames in the Pitch Deck plugin?
A: To reorder frames in the plugin, hover over the drag icon next to each frame's layer, click and hold, and drag the frame to the desired position. This will rearrange the slide order in the plugin without modifying your original design file.
Q: Can I apply animations to frames in the Pitch Deck plugin?
A: Yes, you can animate frames within the plugin. Hover over a layer, and a dropdown box with predefined animations will appear. Choose an animation from the list, such as scale, rotation, or fade in. You can also customize the timing of the animation.
Q: How do I export or update the presentation in Pitch Deck?
A: To export or update the presentation, click on the Pitch Deck URL export format and then click on "Update Presentation." The plugin will generate a secure presentation link and a password. Copy the link and password for later use.
Q: How do I present the deck using the Pitch Deck plugin?
A: To present the deck, open the secure link provided by the plugin and enter the password. The presentation will open in a browser window. You can navigate through the slides using the control panel or keyboard shortcuts, enable a laser pointer, and access speaker notes.
Q: Can I control the presentation from a secondary screen or mobile device?
A: Yes, Pitch Deck provides a remote control function that allows you to control the presentation and pointer from a separate screen or mobile device. You can connect to the presentation using a QR code and access the same features available in the control panel.
Q: How do I retrieve the presentation URL and password after closing the plugin?
A: To retrieve the presentation URL and password, click on the padlock icon in the plugin. A panel will appear displaying the secure link and password. You can copy and paste the URL and password for sharing or quick access.