Choose the right resolution when creating graphics for slide shows (PowerPoint 2000/2002/v. X/2003/2007)

If you're creating graphics in PowerPoint or taking digital photos for use in presentations, you'll want to decide the appropriate size, or resolution, of the graphic before you get started. The size (in pixels) should be based on the desktop resolution of the computer you'll use to display your presentation.

Here are some guidelines based on a desktop resolution of 1024 x 768:

• Full Screen Clip Art – 1024 x 768 960 x 720
• Quarter Screen Clip Art – 256 x 192 240 x 180
• Half Screen Horizontal – 1024 x 384 960 x 360
• Half Screen Vertical – 512 x 768 480 x 720