How to Activate PowerPoint 2016 Designer

PowerPoint 2016 Designer is a tool that helps you create professional-looking presentations by suggesting design ideas and layouts based on your content. To activate and use Designer, follow these steps:

1. Open PowerPoint 2016: Launch the PowerPoint application on your computer.

2. Create or Open a Presentation: Start a new presentation or open an existing one where you want to use Designer.

3. Ensure You're Connected to the Internet: Designer requires an active internet connection to fetch design ideas from Microsoft's servers.

4. Access the Design Tab: Click on the "Design" tab in the ribbon at the top of the screen.

5. Enable Designer: Look for the "Design Ideas" button in the Design tab. If it's grayed out or unavailable, it may be due to:

   • Licensing Issue: Ensure your Office 365 subscription is active.
   • Internet Connection: Check your internet connection as Designer requires it to function.
   • Outdated Version: Ensure PowerPoint 2016 is updated to the latest version. You can check for updates in the "File" tab under "Account" and then "Update Options".

6. Using Designer: Once enabled, Designer will automatically suggest design ideas based on the content of your slides. Click on any of the suggested designs to apply them to your slide.

7. Troubleshooting: If Designer is not working as expected, try restarting PowerPoint, checking for updates, or ensuring your subscription is active.

By following these steps, you can easily activate and use PowerPoint 2016 Designer to enhance your presentations with minimal effort.