Display duration

Display duration

Term explanation

Definition and meaning

Display duration in PowerPoint refers to the length of time a slide remains visible before automatically advancing to the next one. Setting a display duration enables auto-play presentations that run without manual input — useful for kiosks, event loops, or self-running demos. Duration settings are configured per slide in the Transitions panel and can be combined with timing controls on individual animations to choreograph a fully automated presentation sequence.

LIZ AI manages more than timing. It keeps slide content synchronized with live data so that every slide shown — regardless of duration — displays accurate, current information.

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Other glossary terms

Audience Response System (ARS)

Audience Response Systems (ARS) are technical solutions that are used in presentations in order to increase the interaction between the presenter and the audience. There are various forms of ARS that offer different features.

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Hybrid Learning

Hybrid learning combines in-person instruction with online or digital learning elements. Some students or participants engage physically in the same space as the instructor, while others join remotely or access content asynchronously. Hybrid learning offers flexibility and broader reach without fully replacing face-to-face interaction. It is widely used in universities, corporate training, and continuing education programs, particularly since remote-capable infrastructure became standard in many organizations.

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Virtual Event

A virtual event is an event that takes place entirely online, with all participants joining remotely via digital platforms. Virtual events range from webinars and online conferences to virtual trade shows, networking events, and team celebrations. They eliminate geographic and logistical barriers, allowing global participation at low cost. Successful virtual events invest in interactivity — live polls, Q&A sessions, breakout rooms, and networking features — to compensate for the lack of physical presence.

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Face-to-face

Face-to-face communication refers to real-time interaction between two or more people who are physically present in the same location. It is considered the richest form of communication because it allows for immediate feedback and the full range of verbal and non-verbal cues — including body language, facial expressions, and tone of voice. In an increasingly digital workplace, face-to-face communication remains highly valued for building trust, resolving complex issues, and strengthening relationships.

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