This document provides instructions for creating a basic PowerPoint presentation in 9 steps: 1) Open PowerPoint and save your project, saving often to prevent data loss. 2) Create a title slide with the presentation title and subtitle. 3) Choose a slide design template. 4) Add new slides and edit the slide layout. 5) Add text to slides by adjusting font settings. 6) Add pictures to slides by inserting images from your computer. 7) Create multiple slides by following steps 4-6. 8) Add slide transitions by selecting different transition styles and settings. 9) Repeat step 8 to add transitions to other slides and preview the completed presentation.