Use Pointer when Presenting PPT

 To get a pointer while giving a PowerPoint (PPT) presentation, you have several easy options depending on your device and setup. Here’s how you can enable and use a pointer during your presentation:

🖱️ 1. Using the Built-In Pointer in PowerPoint

During Slideshow Mode:

Start your slideshow (F5 or Slide Show > From Beginning/Current Slide).

Right-click anywhere on the slide.

Go to “Pointer Options”.

Choose:

Laser Pointer

Pen

Highlighter

💡 You can also press and hold the Ctrl key and left-click + drag the mouse to use the laser pointer.

⌨️ 2. Keyboard Shortcuts for Pointer Tools

Key Action

Ctrl + Left-click (drag) Laser pointer

Ctrl + P Pen tool

Ctrl + I Highlighter

E Erase annotations

Ctrl + A Arrow (normal pointer)

🖊️ 3. Use a Stylus or Touchscreen

If you’re on a touchscreen laptop or tablet, you can use a stylus to draw or highlight directly on the slide. PowerPoint will detect touch input and show the pen tools automatically.

🖲️ 4. Use a Presenter Remote with Laser Pointer

If you're presenting live:

Use a wireless presenter (like Logitech Spotlight or any remote with a built-in laser pointer).

These devices often have:

Slide forward/back buttons

A built-in laser pointer or digital pointer (with software)

📱 5. PowerPoint Mobile App (Companion Remote)

Use your smartphone as a remote for your presentation (with pointer features) if you're presenting from a PC.

Install PowerPoint for Android or iOS.

Connect both devices to the same Wi-Fi.

Control slides and sometimes use on-screen pointer from your phone.

🧽 Extra Tip:

If you annotate with a pen/highlighter during the presentation, PowerPoint may ask if you want to keep or discard the changes afterward.