To open notes in LibreOffice Impress, you can access either the Notes Master view, which controls the layout of your printed notes, or the Notes Page view, where you add specific notes for each slide. These views allow you to manage and prepare your presentation notes effectively.
Accessing Notes Views in LibreOffice Impress
LibreOffice Impress provides several intuitive ways to open and manage notes for your presentations. Understanding the different views—Notes Master and Notes Page—is key to utilizing this feature fully.
1. Opening the Notes Master View
The Notes Master view is where you design the layout and background for your printed notes pages. This includes positioning the slide image, note text, header, footer, and page number areas. Any changes made here will apply to all note pages.
Here are the primary methods to open the Notes Master view:
- Via the Menu Bar:
- Go to the
Viewmenu on the main LibreOffice Impress menu bar. - Select
MasterthenNotes Master. This will open the Notes Master view, allowing you to customize the default layout for your notes pages.
- Go to the
- Using the Standard Toolbar:
- Locate the
Masterbutton (often represented by a small document icon) on the Standard toolbar. - Click on
Master, and a sub-menu will appear. - From this sub-menu, select
Notes. This action will switch your workspace to the Notes Master editing mode.
- Locate the
- Through Display Views (Master Modes):
- Find the
Display Viewssection, often found on the Standard toolbar or in a sidebar panel (sometimes labeled "Master Modes"). - Click on the
Master Modesbutton (if available) or theDisplay Viewsdrop-down. - Select
Notes Masterfrom the options. This will also take you directly to the Notes Master view.
- Find the
2. Opening the Notes Page View to Add Content
Once your Notes Master is set up, you'll want to add specific notes to each slide. The Notes Page view is where you type in your speaker notes for individual slides.
To switch to the Notes Page view for adding content:
- From the View Menu:
- Go to the
Viewmenu. - Select
Notes Page.
- Go to the
This will display a single slide at a time, along with a text box below it where you can type your notes. You can navigate between slides using the slide navigator or arrow keys to add notes to each one.
Understanding the Difference: Notes Master vs. Notes Page
| Feature | Notes Master View | Notes Page View |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Defines the layout and design of printed note pages. | Allows you to add content (speaker notes) for each slide. |
| Scope | Global changes apply to all notes pages. | Specific notes are tied to individual slides. |
| Customization | Customize placeholders for slide image, notes, headers, footers. | Type and format the text of your speaker notes. |
| Navigation | No direct slide-by-slide navigation for content. | Navigate through slides to add notes for each. |
Working with Your Notes
After opening the notes view, you can:
- Add Notes: In the Notes Page view, simply click inside the notes text box below the slide and start typing your speaker notes.
- Format Notes: Utilize the formatting options in the sidebar (Properties panel) to change font, size, color, alignment, and apply bullet points or numbering to your note text.
- Adjust Layout (Notes Master): In the Notes Master view, you can drag the borders of the slide image placeholder or the notes text box placeholder to resize them, or move them to different positions on the page. You can also add background graphics or text to the master.
Example: Adding Notes to a Slide
- Switch to
View > Notes Page. - Navigate to the desired slide using the Slides pane on the left.
- Click in the "Click to add text" area below the slide image.
- Type your detailed speaker notes for that specific slide, including reminders, cues, or additional information not presented on the slide itself.
- Repeat for all slides.
These notes are invaluable for guiding your presentation delivery, ensuring you cover all key points without needing to put excessive text on your actual slides. For further details on LibreOffice Impress features, you can always refer to the official LibreOffice Help.
