.ppsm file extension

.ppsm file extension

Term explanation

Definition and meaning

A .ppsm file is a macro-enabled PowerPoint slideshow that opens directly in presentation mode and supports embedded VBA macros. It combines the instant-launch behavior of .ppsx files with the automation capabilities of macro-enabled formats. This makes .ppsm files useful for interactive or automated presentations, though they carry the same security considerations as other macro-enabled Office formats.

LIZ AI automates what macros used to do manually. It updates slide content, enforces brand rules, and prepares macro-enabled presentations for use — without anyone triggering a single script.

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Other glossary terms

Outline view

The outline view in PowerPoint shows a list with the whole text of all slides on the left of the screen. There are no images and graphics displayed in this view. It's useful for editing the presentation and can also be saved as a Word document.

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Impromptu Speech

A speech that is given without any preparation, notes, or cards, is called an impromptu speech. It is often delivered at private events (e.g., weddings or birthdays) or for training presentation skills.

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Interpersonal communication

Interpersonal communication refers to the exchange of information, meaning, and feeling between two or more people. It encompasses verbal and non-verbal signals and shapes relationships in both personal and professional contexts. Effective interpersonal communication involves active listening, empathy, clear expression, and the ability to read and respond to social cues. It forms the foundation of teamwork, leadership, customer relationships, and all forms of collaborative work.

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Human-in-the-Loop (HITL)

Human-in-the-loop (HITL) refers to a design pattern in AI systems where a human is involved at specific decision points to review, approve, or correct the AI's actions before they are executed. Rather than running fully autonomously, the system pauses at predefined checkpoints and waits for human confirmation — particularly for high-stakes or irreversible actions. HITL works alongside AI guardrails as a key governance principle in enterprise Agentic AI, balancing the efficiency of automation with accountability and human judgment.

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