In the digital age, presentations have become a critical part of our daily routines, whether for work, school, or personal projects. One tool that has made presentations smoother and more efficient is the Presenter Overlay feature available on Macs running macOS 14 Sonoma. This nifty tool enhances the quality of screen-sharing experiences during presentations by allowing the presenter to keep track of slide notes, timing, and more.
In this post, we will walk you through the steps to enable and customize the Presenter Overlay feature on your Mac. Let’s get your presentation game on point!
Steps to Use Presenter Overlay on Mac
1. Open the Screen Sharing App
Start by opening the Screen Sharing app on your Mac.
2. Initiate the Share Process
Click on the Share button and select the screen you wish to share.
3. Enable Presenter Overlay
Click on the Options button and under the Presenter Overlay section, check the ‘Enable Presenter Overlay’ box.
4. Customize Presenter Overlay
Customize the Presenter Overlay according to your needs. Here are the options:
- Show Slide Notes: Displays your slide notes in the Presenter Overlay.
- Show Timing: Shows the time left in your presentation.
- Show Timer: Provides a countdown timer.
- Show Cursor: Makes your cursor visible in the Overlay.
Finally, click on ‘Done’ to save your settings.
5. Understanding the Presenter Overlay Toolbar
Once enabled, a small toolbar appears at the bottom of your screen, housing the following controls:
- Slide: Helps navigate to the previous or next slide.
- Notes: Lets you view your slide notes.
- Timer: Shows the time left in your presentation.
- Cursor: Allows you to hide or show your cursor.
- Done: Closes the Presenter Overlay toolbar.
Conclusion
The Presenter Overlay in macOS 14 Sonoma is a game-changer for anyone who regularly makes presentations or shares their screen. With its ability to display slide notes, time remaining, and other essential controls, it can transform your presenting experience. Follow the above steps, and enhance your presentation like never before.
