{"id":15924,"date":"2024-03-08T10:17:15","date_gmt":"2024-03-08T10:17:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/?p=15924"},"modified":"2024-11-10T17:54:39","modified_gmt":"2024-11-10T17:54:39","slug":"how-to-insert-and-format-maps-in-powerpoint","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/how-to-insert-and-format-maps-in-powerpoint\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Insert and Format Maps in PowerPoint [with Templates]"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever had to showcase geographical information in your presentations, you\u2019ve come to the right place. In this article we\u2019re going to take a look at creating and formatting maps in PowerPoint. We\u2019ll explore different ways you can do it, and everything you need to know about working with maps in PowerPoint.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is easy to get overwhelmed by complex looking map-making tools. There are easier options available that you can implement into PowerPoint. This article will guide you through a step-by-step process of creating and customizing maps in PowerPoint, and using it to help you visualize geographical data effectively. Let\u2019s begin.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/powerpoint-addin\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"284\" src=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Its-super-convenient-to-add-maps-into-your-slides-with-our-Po-1024x284.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15935\" srcset=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Its-super-convenient-to-add-maps-into-your-slides-with-our-Po-1024x284.png 1024w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Its-super-convenient-to-add-maps-into-your-slides-with-our-Po-300x83.png 300w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Its-super-convenient-to-add-maps-into-your-slides-with-our-Po-768x213.png 768w, 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src=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15938\" srcset=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image.png 390w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-300x122.png 300w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-200x81.png 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 390px) 100vw, 390px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"644\" height=\"415\" src=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15939\" srcset=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-1.png 644w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-1-300x193.png 300w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-1-200x129.png 200w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-1-400x258.png 400w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-1-600x387.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 644px) 100vw, 644px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>A new Excel window will open, where you can edit values for each country. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1003\" height=\"435\" src=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15940\" srcset=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-2.png 1003w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-2-300x130.png 300w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-2-768x333.png 768w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-2-200x87.png 200w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-2-400x173.png 400w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-2-600x260.png 600w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-2-800x347.png 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1003px) 100vw, 1003px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you just want a single country, edit the sheet to only have that country.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"917\" height=\"579\" src=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-3.png 917w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-3-300x189.png 300w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-3-768x485.png 768w, 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where you right-click on your map, you get different options, such as <strong>Format Chart Area<\/strong>, <strong>Format Plot Area<\/strong>, <strong>Format Data Series<\/strong> and more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to format the actual map, right-click on the map and you&#8217;ll see the <strong>Format Data Series <\/strong>option. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"549\" src=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-4.png 500w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-4-273x300.png 273w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-4-200x220.png 200w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-4-400x439.png 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 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For example, if you want to set the colors for the maximum and minimum values, click on Series Option, and select Series 1. You will now see the feature that lets you assign colors to the minimum and maximum values in your map.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are however many limitations while adding maps in the steps mentioned above. There is an easier way to add maps into your PowerPoint presentation. Check out SlideBazaar\u2019s PowerPoint add-in, that comes with plenty of themes, templates, and you guessed it, maps!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/powerpoint-addin\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"655\" src=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-6-1024x655.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15948\" srcset=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-6-1024x655.png 1024w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-6-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-6-768x491.png 768w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-6-200x128.png 200w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-6-400x256.png 400w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-6-600x384.png 600w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-6-800x512.png 800w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-6-1200x768.png 1200w, https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/image-6.png 1347w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Just search for the map you need, add it your slide with just a click, it is as easy as that.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/slidebazaar.com\/powerpoint-addin\/\">Try out SlideBazaar\u2019s PowerPoint add-in for free today<\/a><\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Adding maps to your PowerPoint presentation is a fairly straightforward process, but it comes with many limitations. The best option would be to use SlideBazaar\u2019s free PowerPoint add-in, that gives you a wider variety of choices of locations. And it lets you add these maps into your slides with just a click. Check it out today!&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve ever had to showcase geographical information in your presentations, you\u2019ve come to the right place. In this article we\u2019re going to take a look at creating and formatting maps in PowerPoint. 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