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Microsoft PowerPoint isn't just for presentations---it also provides all of the creative tools you need to design a beautiful poster. Just set the dimensions, design the poster, and print it out. Here's how to make a poster using PowerPoint.

Posters come in all sizes, but the first thing you need to know is PowerPoint's slide limit is 56-inches x 56-inches, so you'll need to plan accordingly. It's also important to note that you want to set your poster dimensions before you start designing your poster. Otherwise, you might end up having to rework parts of your design due to the size change.

Related: How to Reduce the File Size of a PowerPoint Presentation

Here are some of the standard poster sizes to get you started:

• Small poster: 11" x 17"
• Medium poster: 18" x 24"
• Large posters: 24" x 36" or 27" x 39"

Once you've decided on your poster size, set the dimensions in PowerPoint. To do this, open PowerPoint and navigate to the "Design" tab.

In the "Customize" group, select "Slide Size."

Select "Custom Slide Size" from the dropdown menu.

The "Slide Size" window will appear. Input the width and height specifications to match your required size. Keep in mind that if your height is larger in size than your width, the orientation of the slide will automatically change to "Portrait."

When you're finished, select "OK."

Once selected, a new window will appear giving you two scaling options: Maximize or Ensure Fit. If your slide already has content on it, you'll want to select "Ensure Fit."

Your slide will now be resized.

Your poster design is going to depend completely on you. You'll want to pay attention to the background of the poster, text and image arrangement, font size and style, etc. Essentially, you should treat this part exactly as if you were just creating another slide for a presentation.

Because the design and process of this step is going to differ for everyone, we'd like to offer some of our previous guides to get you started in the design process:

• Insert a picture or other object.
• Use an image as a background.
• Insert an image inside text.
• Get a picture behind text.
• Make a border or frame.

Once your design is ready, all that's left to do is print it out and hang it up!

Related: How to Troubleshoot Printing Issues in Microsoft Word

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Poster template design:  Newfield Standard poster sizes in inches (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 36x48 | 36x56 | 36x60 | 36x72 | 36x96 | 42x60 | 42x72 | 42x90 | 44x44 | 30x40 | 48x48 | 48x72 | 48x96 | Trifold |  Virtual - Standard Screen (4:3 Ratio) | Virtual - Wide Screen (16:9 Ratio) Standard poster sizes in centimeters (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 122x91 | 100x70 | 140x100 | 100x100 | 200x100 | A0 | A1 ► View Samples   ► Learn how to customize the template colors

Poster template design:  Winchester Standard poster sizes in inches (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 36x48 | 36x56 | 36x60 | 36x72 | 36x96 | 42x60 | 42x72 | 42x90 | 44x44 | 30x40 | 48x48 | 48x72 | 48x96 | Trifold | Virtual - Standard Screen (4:3 Ratio) | Virtual - Wide Screen (16:9 Ratio) Standard poster sizes in centimeters (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 122x91 | 100x70 | 140x100 | 100x100 | 200x100 | A0 | A1 ► View Samples   ► Learn how to customize the template colors

Poster template design:  Lockwood Standard poster sizes in inches (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 36x48 | 36x56 | 36x60 | 36x72 | 36x96 | 42x60 | 42x72 | 42x90 | 44x44 | 30x40 | 48x48 | 48x72 | 48x96 | Trifold | Virtual - Standard Screen (4:3 Ratio) | Virtual - Wide Screen (16:9 Ratio) Standard poster sizes in centimeters (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 122x91 | 100x70 | 140x100 | 100x100 | 200x100 | A0 | A1 ► View Samples   ► Learn how to customize the template colors

Poster template design:  Kensington Standard poster sizes in inches (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 36x48 | 36x56 | 36x60 | 36x72 | 36x96 | 42x60 | 42x72 | 42x90 | 44x44 | 30x40 | 48x48 | 48x72 | 48x96 | Trifold | Virtual - Standard Screen (4:3 Ratio) | Virtual - Wide Screen (16:9 Ratio) Standard poster sizes in centimeters (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 122x91 | 100x70 | 140x100 | 100x100 | 200x100 | A0 | A1 ► View Samples   ► Learn how to customize the template colors

Poster template design:  Stone A new, simplified concept for better poster design Standard poster sizes in inches (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 36x48 | 36x56 | Trifold | Virtual - Standard Screen (4:3 Ratio) | Virtual - Wide Screen (16:9 Ratio) Standard poster sizes in centimeters (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download A0 ► View Samples   ► Learn how to customize the template colors

Poster template design:  Marquee Standard poster sizes in inches (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 36x48 | 36x56 | 36x60 | 36x72 | 36x96 | 42x60 | 42x72 | 42x90 | 44x44 | 30x40 | 48x48 | 48x72 | 48x96 | Trifold | Virtual - Standard Screen (4:3 Ratio) | Virtual - Wide Screen (16:9 Ratio) Standard poster sizes in centimeters (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 122x91 | 100x70 | 140x100 | 100x100 | 200x100 | A0 | A1 ► View Samples   ► Learn how to customize the template colors

Poster template design:  Winston Standard poster sizes in inches (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 36x48 | 36x56 | Trifold | Virtual - Standard Screen (4:3 Ratio) | Virtual - Wide Screen (16:9 Ratio) Standard poster sizes in centimeters (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download A0 ► View Samples    ► Learn how to customize the template colors

Poster template design:  Chamberlain Standard poster sizes in inches (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 36x48 | 36x56 | 36x60 | 36x72 | 36x96 | 42x60 | 42x72 | 42x90 | 44x44 | 30x40 | 48x48 | 48x72 | 48x96 | Trifold | Virtual - Standard Screen (4:3 Ratio) | Virtual - Wide Screen (16:9 Ratio) Standard poster sizes in centimeters (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 122x91 | 100x70 | 140x100 | 100x100 | 200x100 | A0 | A1 ► View Samples   ► Learn how to customize the template colors

Poster template design:  Forrest Standard poster sizes in inches (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 36x48 | 36x56 | 36x60 | 36x72 | 36x96 | 42x60 | 42x72 | 42x90 | 44x44 | 30x40 | 48x48 | 48x72 | 48x96 | Trifold | Virtual - Standard Screen (4:3 Ratio) | Virtual - Wide Screen (16:9 Ratio) Standard poster sizes in centimeters (Height x Width) - Click on a size to download 122x91 | 100x70 | 140x100 | 100x100 | 200x100 | A0 | A1 ► View Samples   ► Learn how to customize the template colors

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Links to university corporate identity (Logo) pages

List of corporate identity pages where you can download university logos to use with your poster presentation. Help your fellow researchers. Good quality logos for use in printed research posters  are difficult to find online. If you have a link to the identity page of your university, email it to us and we will add it to our list for others to use.

UC Berkeley Texas A&M UCLA Columbia Medical Center Stanford University

Adelphi University Duke University UPENN Bradley University ENMU

UNC Chapel Hill Northwestern University Magnet recognition Seal  Howard University University of Houston

Drexel University Carlow University UNLV UNR UFL

TUFTS George Mason U. St. Scholastica College Mount Royal University Penn State

Yale University University of Wisconsin SD School of Mines USC GATECH

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Standard size research poster templates in inches use these starter poster templates as a starting point for your own poster designs, thumbnails of posters are shown in proportion to each others’ sizes based on a 48 inch (height) x 96 inch (width) display area, 36” tall x 48” wide
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STARTER 36x48 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE The 36x48 scientific poster template size is one of the smaller sizes and also one of the most common. It is very suitable for scientific posters with low to moderate amount of text and graphics. The 36x48 research poster template can also be printed at the following sizes without distortion or any necessary adjustments: 36x48 (Standard), 42x56, 48x64, 30x40

Trifold (tabletop)

STARTER    TRIFOLD POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE These free PowerPoint poster templates are designed for a standard 3x4 foot poster presentation to be mounted on a standard Trifold poster board. This research poster template should be printed only at the following size: 36x48 (Standard Trifold) This poster template is for a standard Trifold board presentation. You can use it with poster boards available at office-supply stores or our professional ready-to-use Trifold poster presentation product. Are you looking for a larger MonsterBoard template? Use this PowerPoint MonsterBoard template.

36” Tall x 56” Wide

STARTER    36x56 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard 3x4.5 foot poster presentation. This PowerPoint research poster template is for a medium size poster. It is suitable for most poster presentations. It can accommodate moderate to large amounts of content.

 This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes:
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36” Tall x 60” Wide

STARTER 36x60 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard 3x5 foot poster presentation. This is also one of the standard sizes. It is used mostly when the height of the presentation board is only three feet and there is more content to present that can fit in a 48x36 poster.

 This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes: 36x60 (Standard), 42x70, 48x80

36” Tall x 72” Wide


STARTER    36x72 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard 3x6 foot poster presentation. The same as the above scientific poster template, only wider by a foot. Again, it depends on how much content you need to present.

 This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes:
 36x72 (Standard), 42x84, 48x96

36” Tall x 96” Wide

STARTER    36x96 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard 3x8 foot poster presentation. 
It’s the widest one you can use on a three foot tall presentation board. It has five columns.

 This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes:
 96x36 (Standard), 24x64

42” Tall x 60” Wide

STARTER    42x60 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard 3.5x5 foot poster presentation. This PowerPoint research poster template is suitable for most poster presentations. It can accommodate moderate to large amounts of content.

 This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes:
 42x60 (Standard), 36x51.42, 48x68.57

42” Tall x 72” Wide

STARTER    42x72 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard 3.5x6 foot poster presentation. This PowerPoint research poster template is for a medium size poster. It is suitable for most poster presentations. It can accommodate moderate to large amounts of content.

 This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes:
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42” Tall x 90” Wide

STARTER 42x90 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard 3.5x7.5 foot poster presentation. This PowerPoint research poster template is for a large size poster. It is suitable for most poster presentations. It can accommodate moderate to large amounts of content.

 This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes:
42x90 (Standard), 36x77.14, 44x94.28

44” Tall x 44” Wide

STARTER 44x44 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard 3.7 x 3.7 foot poster presentation. This PowerPoint research poster template is for a medium size poster. It is suitable for many poster presentations. It can accommodate moderate amounts of content.
 This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes: 44x44 (Standard), 36x36, 42x42, 48x48

48” Tall x 72” Wide

STARTER 48x72 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard 4x6 foot poster presentation. This PowerPoint research poster template is for a medium/large size poster. It is suitable for most poster presentations. It can accommodate moderate to large amounts of content. 
This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes: 48x72 (Standard), 24x36, 42x63

48” Tall x 48” Wide

STARTER    48x72 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard 4x4 foot poster presentation. This scientific poster template is a good size for limited available spaces without compromising room for content.

 This research poster template can be printed at the following sizes: 48x48 (Standard), 36x36, 24x24, 42x42

48” Tall x 96” Wide

STARTER    48x96 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard 4x8 foot poster presentation. This poster template is for the largest size poster usually allowed in conferences.

It can accommodate a lot of content. You can use this template if you also have a large number of photos, tables, charts, and text.

 This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes: 48x96 (Standard), 24x48, 42x84, 36x72

40” Tall x 30” Wide

STARTER    40x30 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard 40x30 inch poster presentation. This vertical poster template can accommodate a moderate amount of content. It can accommodate several photos, tables, charts, and a decent amount of text. This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes:
 40x30 (Standard), 48x36, 56x42

Free PowerPoint poster templates in metric sizes (cm) for international poster conferences

Thumbnails of posters are shown in proportion to each others’ sizes based on a 200 cm (height) x 100 cm (width) display area, 91 wide x 122 tall.

STARTER    91cmX122cm POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard metric 91 cm by 122 cm scientific poster presentation for international poster sessions. This PowerPoint poster template is essentially a vertical version of a standard 48x36 inch poster presentation. 

This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes:
 91 cm x122 cm (Standard 36x48 inches), 76x102 cm

70 Wide x 100 Tall

STARTER 70cmX100cm POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard metric 70 cm by 100 cm scientific poster presentation for international poster sessions. This PowerPoint poster template is for a small size poster poster presentation commonly used at international conferences.

This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes: 70 cm x100 cm (Standard 27.5x39.37 inches), 100x143 cm

100 Wide x 140 Tall

STARTER    100cmX140cm POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard metric 100 cm by 140 cm scientific poster presentation for international poster sessions. This PowerPoint poster template is for a small size poster poster presentation commonly used at international conferences.

This scientific poster template can be printed at the following sizes:
 100 cm x140 cm (Standard 39.37x55.12 inches)

1 Meter x 1 Meter

STARTER    100cmX100cm POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard metric 1 meter by 1 meter scientific poster presentation for international or domestic poster sessions. This template is commonly required at the Keystone Symposia research poster conferences.

This scientific poster template can be printed at the following size:
 100 cm x 100 cm (Standard 39 x 39 inches). Any square size up to 121 x 121 cm

100 Wide x 200 Tall

STARTER    100cmX200cm POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard metric 1 meter by 2 meter scientific poster presentation for international or domestic poster sessions.

 This scientific poster template can be printed at the following size:
 100 cm x 200 cm (Standard 39 x 78 inches)

STARTER A0 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard metric A0 scientific poster presentation at a 841mm x 1189mm size for international or domestic poster sessions. This scientific poster template can be printed at the following size:
 46.81 inches x 33.11 inches

STARTER    A1 POWERPOINT POSTER TEMPLATE This free PowerPoint poster template is designed for a standard metric A1 scientific poster presentation at a 594mm x 841mm poster size for international or domestic poster sessions. This scientific poster template can be printed at the following size:
 23.39 inches x 33.11 inches

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Blog Education How to Make a Poster in PowerPoint: Step-by-Step Guide

How to Make a Poster in PowerPoint: Step-by-Step Guide

Written by: Danesh Ramuthi Apr 17, 2024

Did you know the first modern poster appeared in the mid-15th century? Since then, posters have captured people’s attention and left lasting impressions.

Fortunately, creating posters today is easy with digital tools like PowerPoint. You can experiment endlessly and make mistakes to your heart’s content — PowerPoint even offers poster templates!

However, PowerPoint’s downside is that it lacks options that poster creation tools like Venngage offer (customizable templates and an extensive library of icons and images to add visual appeal).

In this article, I’ll teach you how to make a poster in PowerPoint (alternatively, check out our  Free Online Poster Maker  and  customizable poster templates ).

Click to jump ahead :

How to create a new poster in PowerPoint

Setting up the slide, how to make a poster in venngage.

Here’s a brief overview of how to create a poster in PowerPoint.

Step 1: Create a blank slide Step 2: Select design –> slide size Step 3: Select the poster dimensions Step 4: Set width and height Step 5: Choose poster orientation Step 6: Add text, visuals, and design your poster Step 7: Finalize your poster Step 8: Save and print

Before starting work on your poster, remember that all effective posters have the following in common.

• Are easy to understand
• An appealing layout and typography
• A clear and concise message

Start with a blank slide

When you open PowerPoint, you’ll see template options like a minimalist presentation or architecture pitch deck.

Instead of these, select Blank Presentation to get a clean slate to work with.

Choose a poster template

Poster templates help save time and increase productivity. You do not need to do any design or layout work; you only have to think about the content.

To find poster templates in PowerPoint, click on the Design tab at the top of the screen.

You should see template options in the Themes bar.

For more options, select the Designer option at the top right. Here, you’ll find colorful templates that are the perfect poster options.

For example, this template is a great option to use as a visually appealing poster.

Remember that PowerPoint templates are for slide decks and presentations.

If you want to create traditional posters, I recommend using Venngage’s poster make r instead. Our drag-and-drop interface makes creating professional posters easy and doesn’t require you to have design skills to use it.

You’ll also find poster templates on Venngage, including event posters , sales posters , movie posters , infographic posters , and more.

Choose the right slide size and orientation

If you’re determined to make a poster in PowerPoint, you’ll need to adjust the size and orientation of the PowerPoint slide so it looks more like a typical poster.

To do this, click the Design tab at the top and select the Slide Size dropdown option.

Then, click on Page Setup.

In Page Setup, select the Custom option slide size and enter these measurements.

• Width: 59.4cm
• Height: 84.1cm  

You’ll notice my design doesn’t fit the scaled size. One workaround is to stretch the design (it might look a bit off, but overall, it is still decent).

Now, our poster is beginning to take shape.

Select a background

When choosing a poster background, choose clean and subtle colors and designs so that the primary message pops.

This also prevents clutter, which can be an eyesore and distract from what’s important.

To change your poster’s background, click on Format Background. You should see options for adding solid fills, gradient fills, or photos.

You can also add textures under Pattern Fill and watermarks to add a unique touch to your poster.

Since this template seems too colorful to be used for a poster about Women’s Day, I changed the background to a pinkish-purplish hue.  

Design your poster

When designing your poster, keep the following things in mind.

• Ensure visual hierarchy: Arrange elements to guide the viewer’s eye across the poster. The most important information should be prominent.
• Focus on white space: Give elements in your poster room to breathe. Less is more since we want the poster to convey a message rather than be an art piece at a museum.

In my poster example representing Women’s Day, I added icons by selecting Insert and then Icons.

The symbols I chose hint at what will happen at the event: beauty and makeup booths and drinks.

Add a title and headings

Besides visual appeal, your poster’s title is critical to grabbing people’s attention, so write something catchy that draws viewers in.

Here’s another pro tip. Use large, easy-to-read fonts that are easy to see.

To add a title to your poster in PowerPoint, insert a Text Box by going to Insert and then Text Box. You can customize the text for size, color, and boldness from the Home tab.

Add your text and content

After the title, it’s time to add supporting text to convey your message.

I recommend using only bullet points and short paragraphs for better readability in posters.

Also, ensure everything is organized and aligned. Adding content using text boxes each time is a great way to keep everything neat.

For my Women’s Day event poster, I added details about the event in bullet format.

To add bullets in a Text Box, go to the Home tab and select the arrow next to the Bullet button.

Add your visuals and graphics

Posters that are all text are very dull, so you’ll need visuals, which can be anything from high-quality images to charts and diagrams.

Visuals in posters provide dual benefits: they make information accessible and can evoke emotional responses in viewers.

To add visuals to a PowerPoint poster, click the Insert tab and choose Pictures. PowerPoint lets you upload your photos or browse the web for stock images.

I added balloons and wine glasses to make this poster more fun and happening.

The great thing about visuals in PowerPoint is the potential for customization.

For example, I changed the thickness at the ends of the balloon image to make the colors stand out more.

The drag-and-drop interface also makes aligning your visuals with other elements easy.

Use shapes and SmartArt to add diagrams

Incorporating shapes into your poster is a great way to create visual sections and segregate information. You can also use them as callouts to draw attention to important details.

To add shapes to your poster, go to the Insert tab, click Shapes and choose the one that fits your needs.

Alternatively, you can use PowerPoint’s SmartArt feature to add diagrams, such as flowcharts, to your poster.

To add a diagram to your poster, go to the Insert tab, click SmartArt, and browse the options.

Add the final touches

Once finished designing your poster, spend a few minutes to ensure everything looks in place and apply the final touches.

For example, two elements may not align, or some text may be too small.

Proofread your poster

Before sending your poster to print, double-check it for typos and grammatical errors.

One great way to do this is to copy and paste the text into a tool like Grammarly, which can spell-check for you. Also, getting a third person to review your poster for errors and/or clarity is a good idea.

Print your poster

Once finished with your poster, you can print it from PowerPoint. Just go to the File tab and select Print.

In the pop-up window, select your printer, adjust settings such as paper size, quality, and orientation, and choose the scale-to-fit option.

Before hitting Print, preview your poster one final time, then click Print.

Venngage is a simple and powerful business communication tool that can help you make posters without design skills.

Here’s to create a poster in Venngage.

Step 1 – Sign up for a FREE Venngage account

Sign up  for a free Venngage account using your email, Gmail, or Facebook account.

Step 2 – Pick a poster template from our templates page

Go to our  templates page  and select the poster option on the left panel to see poster templates, including movie posters , event posters , and more.

Step 3 – Edit one of our poster templates

Once you find a poster template you like, click on the Create button. You’ll need to sign in (or sign up if you haven’t already).

Once signed in, you’ll get access to our editor tool to customize posters.

Here are some things you can do with posters in the Venngage editor:

• Change the text, icons, layout, or graphics within the template.
• Add your  brand colors  to your vision board with a single click using  My Brand Kit  (available only for  Business  users).

Once you’re happy with your edits, you can download your poster in PDF, PNG, and other formats (for Business plan users only) or share a link to your poster for free.

Here are some poster templates you can edit using Venngage. 

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Conclusion: Create posters for any occasion in minutes using Venngage templates

Creating posters in PowerPoint is possible but tedious and time-consuming, especially if you don’t have design skills.

If you’re looking for an easy way to make posters, I recommend using Venngage’s intuitive poster maker (drag-and-drop interface) or editing one of our customizable poster templates to get professional posters in minutes.

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PowerPoint Creativity: How to Create a Poster in PowerPoint

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• 7 March 2024

Imagine transforming a blank canvas into a visual spectacle that grabs eyeballs and an audience. That’s the power harnessed when you uncover the secret to crafting a striking poster in  Microsoft PowerPoint .

In a world where information zips by at lightning speed, your message needs to stand out. Posters are your visual shout-out, essential at conferences, in educational settings, or as a sleek marketing collateral.

But  how to make a poster in PowerPoint ? Buckle up; you’re about to dive into an ocean of creativity facilitated by one of the most widely used  presentation software .

Through this jaunt, you’ll snag design skills that rival the pros—mastering everything from  text formatting  and  image insertion  to  color schemes  and  customizable slide layouts . I’ll guide you through the whirlwind process where  slide design principles  meet your innovation.

By the time you reach the finish line, you’ll be primed to not just make, but  engineer  a poster in PowerPoint that echoes your intention with panache. From stirring  visual communication  to technical  print settings , consider this your treasure map to poster perfection.

How to Create a Poster in PowerPoint: Quick Workflow

To create a poster in PowerPoint, follow these steps:

• Create a new blank presentation.
• Go to the ‘Design’ tab and click on ‘Slide Size’.
• Choose a preset size or enter custom dimensions like 11 x 17 in, 18 x 24 in, etc. Select the orientation (landscape or portrait).
• Sketch out your poster’s layout on paper before adding content.
• Consider the number of columns needed and the placement of images or graphs.
• Fill your poster with images and text to convey your message effectively.
• Use high-resolution images (at least 150 dpi) for clear printing.
• Choose easy-to-read fonts like Arial or Helvetica and vary font sizes for different sections.
• Consider starting with PowerPoint poster templates for inspiration.
• Save your final design as a PDF for printing. Click on ‘File’ > ‘Export’ > ‘Create PDF/XPS Document’.

By following these steps, you can easily create a professional and visually appealing poster in PowerPoint.

Preparing to Create Your Poster

Alright, let’s dive into the nitty-gritty of how to create a poster in PowerPoint .

It’s not just about opening the app and throwing things together. A bit of prep can make a world of difference!

Collecting Materials

Gathering text, charts, data, and graphics.

First things first, you need your raw materials. Think of this as gathering your ingredients before baking a cake.

Got some text? Charts? Maybe some snazzy graphics or crucial data? Pull them all together.

This isn’t just about being organized; it’s about seeing what you’ve got to work with. Remember, a well-prepared plan is half the battle!

Organizing materials in a folder

Now, don’t just dump everything on your desktop. Create a folder, label it something you’ll remember, and put all your bits and pieces in there.

This step is like having a clean workspace – it keeps you sane and your process smooth.

Setting Up PowerPoint

Time to get our hands dirty with PowerPoint, the unsung hero in our how-to create a poster in PowerPoint saga.

Starting PowerPoint

Fire up PowerPoint and let’s get rolling. It’s like stepping into your own digital art studio.

Here, the slides are your canvas, and your creativity is the limit. Whether you’re a PowerPoint newbie or a seasoned pro, there’s always something new to discover.

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How to Make a Poster In PowerPoint Quickly With PPT Templates +Video

You've probably opened PowerPoint to build presentations many times. But, did you ever consider that it can be used for so much more? 

When you need to create a printed, finished design like a poster, PowerPoint might not be the first app you think to use.

It's a mistake to think that PowerPoint is simply a tool for making presentations. You can use it as a simple drag-and-drop tool to design all types of printed products, including posters.

In this tutorial, I'll teach you how to make a poster in PowerPoint using design components from Envato Elements and GraphicRiver . You'll see the best PowerPoint poster design tips and tricks to ensure that you create a poster that stops your audience in their tracks to hear what you've got to say.

How to Make Great Posters With PowerPoint PPT Templates (Video)

Are you ready to make a poster in PowerPoint? Watch this quick video to find out what you need to know to get started on your next great PowerPoint poster:

Or, study the complete written tutorial below for more information on how to make a poster in PowerPoint

How to Make a Poster in PowerPoint

There are many types of posters that you can create. You might be promoting a film, showing your academic findings, or advertising an upcoming event. The critical part is understanding that you can create all of these printed designs in PowerPoint.

In this section, we'll cover the most essential tips to make sure that your PowerPoint poster is a success. You'll see that you can use PowerPoint to create a poster that works perfectly as a printed product.

1. Set the Dimensions (PowerPoint Poster Size)

When you're learning how to make a poster in PowerPoint, it's crucial that you set the dimensions correctly from the beginning. If you don't set the dimensions correctly, you might have to re-arrange all of the objects or cut off content when you're ready to print.

Many posters, particularly in academics, follow typical sizes. When you're creating a poster in PowerPoint, make sure your template conforms to the event requirements. Academic poster templates in PowerPoint should follow those so that your poster doesn't stick out like a sore thumb (or are even disqualified!)

To set the dimensions for your PowerPoint poster presentation, go to the  Design > Slide Size > Custom Slide Size  menu option. Use the  Width  and  Height  boxes to key in your dimensions (in inches) for the finished poster.

Always check the specifics for your poster, but when you're creating a poster in PowerPoint from scratch, here are the most popular dimensions:

• Academic poster templates . 36x48 inches 
• Movie posters .   24x36 inches
• Average sized poster .   18x24 inches

Choosing the right template size comes down to two simple questions:

• Is there a requirement for the event at which you're presenting? If so, ensure that your PowerPoint poster size will comply with the standard format.
• Have you checked with the printer? If you've already selected a print shop that'll print the finished product, ensure that their printers accommodate your size.

Also, consider using a PowerPoint poster template like one in the round-up below to use a starting point with all of the PowerPoint poster sizes already set. These sites have templates that you can use for practically any type of poster:

Perhaps the most essential key to creating a poster in PowerPoint that prints properly is setting the dimensions. Make sure you know your format and set it accordingly before you start designing.

2. Add Your PowerPoint Poster Content

After you've selected some visual elements and infographics, it's time to start adding content to your PowerPoint poster design. Making poster presentations with PowerPoint should focus primarily on explaining your information in a way that engages the viewer.

Let's take a look at tips and tutorials to help you make posters that are sure to catch your audience's eye!

1. Become a Master of Typography

Let's face it: most posters are going to be dominated by text elements. The format of a poster is different than a presentation. While presentations should focus on having less text and should  support  the speaker, a poster can be a standalone display of its own. 

• Use font sizing carefully and consistently . It's crucial that not every   text box on the poster is the same size. Use larger text for the header elements that deserve the most attention. Study a few of your favorite posters from the design niche that you're creating (academic, movie, scientific) and notice how poster font sizes vary depending on the emphasis.
• Less text, more information . The best posters are information dense. Even though a poster features more text than a typical PowerPoint presentation, you should still try to avoid overly wordy text.
• Keep text scannable . On academic poster templates, your viewer is likely scanning the display to see what's important. A bulleted list breaks up your content so that it's easier to read, for example. Consider re-writing any paragraph form text into a format that's easier to read. 
• Consider custom fonts . Particularly for eye-catching posters like movie showcases, make sure and use fonts that your viewer may never have seen.

There are still important choices to make when you're building a PowerPoint poster. Use the tutorial below to become a master of text in PowerPoint:

2. Use Images Effectively

Most posters will include imagery to break up text-heavy panels. When you balance text with images, it creates a natural rhythm on the slide and caters to the "visual learners" that may see your poster. 

Images are crucial for keeping a poster exciting. Consider the following tips for framing your pictures nicely on a slide:

• Captions . Images are a must to include and are better when you add captions that narrate the image. Use text boxes below the image to explain them thoroughly.
• Borders . Most posters have plenty of text, so you'll need a way to separate the images and make them stand out. Borders help you do just that.
• Crop . Trim your images down to size and include only the details that add to your poster by cropping.

Use the guide below to learn how to make a poster in PowerPoint complete with the best imagery:

3. Leave Room for Space

Make sure that you leave space at the edges of your poster design. Leaving margins on the edge will ensure that no content is cut off. Make sure that you leave at least a quarter of an inch between the sides of your PowerPoint design so that content isn't accidentally trimmed.

Margins are important, but they aren't the only type of space that matters. Using whitespace creates visual rhythm. That means leaving space between your content blocks so that it's easier to read than a jampacked design. You don't want to load the poster so heavily with text and visual elements so that a viewer is overwhelmed.

3. Use a PowerPoint Poster Template for Infographic Visuals 

PowerPoint takes time to use. You might find yourself drawing box after box onto the poster design, making space for all of the content that your poster needs. This process takes a ton of time and you may soon find yourself running out of time to actually prepare to present.

But what if you didn't have to design every part of your PowerPoint poster design from scratch? The alternative to creating everything from the beginning is to use templates with elements that you can mix and match to create your best poster ever.

A great example of this is using advanced PowerPoint templates to add  infographics.  If you want to explain a process or series of steps, an infographic is usually superior to just explaining it with a wall of text. An audience is naturally drawn to posters that have easy-to-follow information shown in infographics.

Many academic PowerPoint poster templates describe a process. The text boxes will describe the steps taken by a researcher or academic to reach a conclusion. An infographic is a great way to show those steps instead of verbose explanations.

One of the best places to source infographics is from the PowerPoint template library on Envato Elements. For a single, flat-rate subscription, you'll unlock thousands of templates with objects that you can paste right into your final poster design. 

The flexibility of the all-you-can-download model means that you can choose templates and cut and paste the parts that you need—with no extra cost for each additional template.

If you need only a single template to build your presentation, also consider the pay-as-you-go marketplace, GraphicRiver. The PowerPoint templates are just as polished and impactful, but you'll pay only for the individual templates you choose.

Check out the tutorial below to see the best templates that include exciting infographics that work perfectly for PowerPoint posters:

The educational world also features some of the best PowerPoint poster elements. Check out the round-up below to see more slides with perfect objects to add to your poster:

4. Print the Finished Poster

Finally, it's time to finish your PowerPoint poster. All that's left is to render the finished presentation and take it to a print shop of choice that can bring your poster to life.

Not every print shop will have PowerPoint installed. That's why it helps to render the presentation out as a finished PDF file. Doing so will ensure compatibility when they print your PowerPoint presentation so that it appears the same as it did on your screen.

Check out the tutorial below to quickly learn how to save your presentation as a PDF:

If you happen to have access to a large format printer, it also helps to know more about printing directly from PowerPoint. Use the tutorial below to master printing so that you use less ink and paper while printing your PowerPoint poster template:

Learn More About How to Use PowerPoint

The tips above are specific advice on how to create PowerPoint posters easily. Follow these steps and you're well on your way to creating a great poster that prints perfectly the first time.

But there's always more to learn when it comes to PowerPoint. The goal is always to spend less time thinking about how to use an app so that you can focus on the content. The more that you know about the app, the easier it'll be to put together your poster!

That's why we've created the resource  How to Use PowerPoint (Ultimate Tutorial Guide.)   This single, comprehensive collection of tutorials includes everything you need to master Microsoft's leading presentation app. Check out the three beginner tutorials below to start learning how to make a poster in PowerPoint:

Go Design a PowerPoint Poster Today

In this tutorial, you've seen that creating a poster in PowerPoint is totally possible. It's even easier when you use a PowerPoint poster template that already has all of the dimensions and content placeholders built-in.

Remember that every PowerPoint poster design is more natural when you use the help of a pre-designed template like those from Envato Elements and GraphicRiver . Creating a poster in PowerPoint takes less time when you can source the best infographics and design elements to add to your poster.

The next time that you need to create a poster consider PowerPoint as the right tool for the job. This simple drag-and-drop graphic design tool is easy to use and has everything you need.

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Do you need to make a poster for school or an event? PowerPoint can be a great tool to create a poster to accompany your project or advertise something. PowerPoint can create posters that are up to 56" by 56", and it's a convenient software choice if you already own Microsoft Office and don't want to learn Photoshop or InDesign. In this article, we'll teach you how to make a poster in PowerPoint easily and quickly.

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• Make sure your images are high quality so they print clearly on the poster.
• Consider how your poster will look when printed, and make your text and images large enough to see.
• If you want to print a poster bigger than 11x17, you'll likely have to get the poster printed at a print shop.

• Make your own graphs or charts using PowerPoint . These assets can be resized while you're in the program so they print clearly on the poster.
• Collect images that are at least 150 dpi. You can check the DPI (dots per inch) of your image various ways , such as in the File Explorer or Paint.

• If you're planning to print at home, keep your poster size to 11"x17" or less. If your printer can print larger-format documents, size your poster accordingly. Otherwise, you'll need to get your poster printed at a print shop.

• Draw out your design before you make it. If you have an idea for your poster's design, sketch it out so you have an idea of where to start once you open up PowerPoint.
• Insert images directly into PowerPoint. Don't use copy and paste , as this may not import the highest-quality image.
• Make sure your text is big enough to read. Depending on your poster size, start with a headline font that is 100pt and a body font between 24 and 48pt. Make sure to select fonts that are easy to read, such as serif or sans-serif fonts.
• Remember contrast . Don't put dark text on a dark image or light text on a light image. If you selected a background with many different colors, consider adding a solid-colored box behind your text to make it legible.
• Arrange your content from top to bottom. Most people will read a poster from top to bottom, so put your initial or most important points near the top of the poster.

• Even if you're printing a small poster, you will have to go to a specialized print shop if you need your poster printed on a unique material like vinyl.
• At-home printers can usually print up to 11"x17" size paper and can generally handle paper thickness up to a sturdy cardstock. Some common paper sizes for at-home printers include 8.5"x11" (letter), 8.5"x14" (legal), and 11"x17".
• If you can't or don't want to go to a print shop, you can print large posters at home using the Rasterbator tool. Simply go to Rasterbator.net and follow the on-screen instructions to upload your poster file and split it into smaller pieces you can print at home. After printing, trim the margins from the papers and join them with tape or by gluing them to the poster board. While this won't create a professional-quality poster for a school or work project, it works when creating a rough draft or just making a poster for your wall at home.

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Presentation Poster Templates

Here you can find research poster templates that can be edited to make your own poster presentations. Free poster presentation templates are available for PowerPoint (.pptx), Google Slides, and OpenOffice for PC and Mac. Poster presentation templates are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License.

48×36 Research Poster Presentation Template

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55×28.5 Research Poster Presentation Template

PowerPoint does not allow a filet to use dimensions greater than 56″ so if you need a very large poster size, can use a scaled template. For instance, for a 94×94 poster size dimension, use the 42×42 poster and scale it 200%.

How to use the poster templates?

If you are using Microsoft PowerPoint, download the .pptx version and open it in PowerPoint. It is compatible with Mac and PC (Windows).

If you are using Google Slides to design your poster presentation, click View on Google Slides and then go to File -> Make a Copy to create your own copy of the presentation. Starting from this point you’d be able to edit the poster and add your own data, images and content.

Can I edit the poster presentations?

Yes. Poster templates can be edited to fit your presentation needs. Remember to save your changes. You can edit the presentation by adding your own content, data charts and images. It is possible to replace the top left logo by any logo image you want or remove it completely if it is not required. You can also remove the footer with our logo, notes and comments.

Poster designs are fully customizable and can be edited to change colors with a few clicks. The poster presentation format follow most standard US and international poster sizes and supports different versions of PowerPoint. Only basic PowerPoint skills are required. The poster templates can be used for research posters, in any scientific poster designs or as a conference posters.

You can also download an ODP poster version for LibreOffice and OpenOffice clicking here or other free presentation templates .

If you need any particular dimension that is not listed here, please kindly contact us recommending the new size.

Customizing Your Poster Presentations

Our 100% editable poster templates offer you a wide range of customization options. You can easily modify the content, include data charts and images, or replace the top-left logo with your brand’s identity. The footer, which contains our logo, notes, and comments, is also editable. Feel free to remove it if it doesn’t serve your presentation needs.

With just a few clicks, you can also adjust color schemes to match your brand or presentation theme. Our poster templates conform to most standard US and international poster sizes and are compatible with various PowerPoint versions. Only basic PowerPoint skills are required. You can create your own posters using PowerPoint or other presentation tools, like Google Slides or Canva. In our article how to make a poster in PowerPoint we explain a process to make a new poster.

Use Cases & Applications: How can you use the Poster Presentations?

Our poster templates cater to a wide range of poster presentations. From scientific research posters to conference posters, the sky is the limit.

Use Cases in Business

• Project Showcase: Poster presentations are an efficient way to share details about new projects or initiatives within your company. They can succinctly highlight objectives, milestones, and outcomes. You can download a project poster presentation template from this website.
• Marketing Campaigns: Poster presentations are also invaluable tools for marketing, displaying product information, promotional offers, or upcoming events in a visually appealing format. An A3 poster template for PowerPoint and Google Slides can help to accomplish it.
• Employee Training: They can be used to facilitate employee training, demonstrating workflows, protocols, or safety procedures in a user-friendly manner.

Use Cases in Academia

• Research Findings: Posters are commonly used to share research findings at academic conferences. They can effectively showcase methodologies, data, and conclusions. A creative research poster template is useful for this purpose. These poster presentations typically follow IMRaD format, which refers to a paper that is structured by four main sections: Introduction, Methods, Results, and Discussion (sometimes named Conclusion).
• Educational Material: In a classroom setting, poster presentations can be used to simplify complex topics, visually represent theories, or exhibit historical timelines.

Use Cases in Medical Field

• Medical Research: Poster presentations are vital in the medical field for sharing cutting-edge research, clinical trial results, and innovative medical procedures. Medical practitioners and researchers can utilize a medical research poster template to concisely present complex data and findings.
• Patient Education: Hospitals and clinics can use poster presentations to educate patients on various health conditions, preventative measures, and treatment options. A patient education poster template can help in creating informative and easy-to-understand posters.
• Conference and Symposium: Medical conferences and symposiums often feature poster sessions where professionals can share their work, network, and learn from each other. A medical conference poster template can provide a structured format to showcase research and case studies.

Use Cases in Arts and Design

• Art Exhibitions: Artists can use poster presentations to display their artwork and provide context or commentary. An art exhibition poster template can be tailored to complement the artwork and enhance the viewer’s experience.
• Design Portfolios: Designers can create poster presentations to showcase their portfolio of work to potential clients or employers. A design portfolio poster template can help in arranging works aesthetically and providing necessary project details.
• Event Promotion: For promoting arts and cultural events, poster presentations can be an effective medium. An event promotion poster template can help in creating eye-catching and informative posters to attract attendees.

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20+ Best PowerPoint Poster Templates (+ Tips for PPT Poster Design)

PowerPoint is more than just a presentation app. It can also be a great tool for designing simple posters for various purposes as well. In this post, we’re featuring a set of great PowerPoint poster templates you can use to craft posters using the popular Microsoft app.

It may sound strange, but designing posters in PowerPoint is quite common and very easy. Especially when you’re working on a rushed college assignment or when you have to use a colleague’s computer to design a poster, PowerPoint can actually be a lifesaver.

The PowerPoint poster templates on our list, and our helpful poster design tips, will make that process even simpler.

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5 Tips for Designing a Poster In PowerPoint

If you’re challenged with designing a poster without having to use image-editing software, you can use PowerPoint to take-on the challenge. Start by following these simple tips.

1. Use Vertical PowerPoint Templates

While you can easily create your own design from scratch using PowerPoint tools, it’s much easier to design a PowerPoint poster layout if you have a great template to work with.

So consider getting a great PowerPoint template before you get started. In fact, look for a PowerPoint template with a vertical design. This will make the entire process of rearranging content blocks and formatting much easier for you.

2. Take Advantage of Master Layouts

When using high-quality PowerPoint templates, you’ll also find master slide layouts that are included with the template. These layouts allow you to easily create new slides using pre-designed content layouts. Use these master layouts to experiment with different content designs for your poster.

3. Use Custom Fonts for Better Impact

Fonts play a key role in poster design. It’s the main element of a poster design that attracts attention. So pick a great poster font and customize the titles to make your poster look more professional.

4. Choose Colors Carefully

PowerPoint is designed to work as a slideshow presentation software. So the colors, backgrounds, and gradients you use in your poster design may not convert as accurately when you print out the poster.

Consider using print-friendly colors in your poster design and also do a test print to see if your finalized poster comes out looking as well as it looks on the computer.

5. Know Your Limits

Keep in mind that PowerPoint is not an image editing software. Don’t expect it to function just like Photoshop. PowerPoint has very limited features when it comes to designing posters. Use it to design simple and quick posters. But try not to use it for professional and business designs.

Be. – A4 & US Letter Vertical PowerPoint Template

This vertical PowerPoint template is perfect for designing a poster in PowerPoint as it comes with multiple layouts featuring different content designs.

The template includes more than 125 unique slide designs you can easily customize to your preference and it’s also available in both A4 and US Letter sizes.

Why This Is A Top Pick

All of the graphics, maps, charts in this template are completely editable. The slides also come in print-ready format to let you easily print out the poster designs without an effort.

NOYA – Vertical PowerPoint Poster Template

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How to Make a Poster in PowerPoint

You are likely aware of using Microsoft PowerPoint for making slides for a presentation. In addition to presentations, you can use PowerPoint for designing posters as well. Although not everyone thinks of designing posters in PowerPoint, it is a very easy process, especially if you need a poster urgently, and or do not have any other software readily available.

You can use posters made in PowerPoint in academic settings for assignments, event promotions on campuses, and general display purposes.

You can use one of two methods for designing your poster:

• Design the poster from scratch
• Use a template

However, before you start on the design, we recommend you think about the poster in detail. You may need to plan for:

• The size of the Poster
• Background image for the poster
• Text in the Poster
• Any other graphics or images

Preferably, collect all the above in a folder before starting on the design.

We will take you through the steps of how to make a poster in PowerPoint.

Let us begin.

Method #1: Design a Poster from Scratch

This method takes more time and effort. But, it gives you complete control over all elements in the poster.

Step #1: Open a Presentation

Open PowerPoint.

Open an existing presentation or a new slide.

Navigate to the slide where you want your presentation.

Step #2: Set up the Poster Size

Click the Design tab in the top menu bar to change the ribbon.

In the section Customize , click the Slide Size icon.

This will open a drop-down menu.

Click the Custom Slide Size… tab.

This will open the Slide Size menu.

Click the window below Slides sized for:

Enter the most suitable size from the drop-down list.

Change the width and height to what you want for the Poster.

PowerPoint can make posters with a maximum size of 132.08 cms x 132.08 cms.

Common poster sizes are:

• Large posters, movie style: 61 cms x 91 cms
• Medium posters, windows and general: 46 cms x 61 cms
• Small posters, billboard size: 28 cms x 43 cms
• Handout posters, A4 size: 22 cms x 28 cms

You can use any size suitable to your application.

Step #3: Add Text

Click the Click to add title , and make necessary changes.

Click the Click to add subtitle , and make necessary changes.

Change the font, size, color, and orientation to your choice.

Step #4: Add Background

Click the Insert tab in the top menu bar to change the ribbon.

In the Images section, click the Pictures icon.

A drop-down menu will appear.

Click to select the source of the image file.

The File Manager will open.

Navigate to the folder containing the background image.

Select the image file and click Open .

The background image will fill the slide, covering the text.

In the Adjust section of the ribbon, click the Transparency icon.

Picture Transparency Options… will open.

Select the option that allows the text to become visible again.

Your slide will now look like:

Step #5: Add a Logo

Navigate to the folder containing the logo image.

The logo image will appear in the slide.

Use the handles to size and position the logo.

Adjust the font, size, colors, and background transparency to your liking.

Method #2: Design a Poster from a Template

This method uses a predesigned template to make the poster. But, you can also change the elements in the poster.

Step #3: Use a Template

Select a suitable theme from the Themes section of the ribbon.

Select a suitable variant from the Variants section of the ribbon.

Step #4: Fill in the Elements

We have shown you two methods of making posters in PowerPoint. Use the method most suitable to your application. If you have any comments or suggestions, please enter them in the comments section below.

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