How to Make Slides Automatically in Powerpoint Lesson 10: Applying Transitions /en/powerpoint2013/applying-themes/content/ Introduction If you've ever seen a PowerPoint presentation that had special effects between each slide, yous've seen slide transitions . A transition can be as uncomplicated as fading to the next slide or as flashy as an eye-communicable effect. PowerPoint makes it like shooting fish in a barrel to apply transitions to some or all of your slides, giving your presentation a polished, professional await Optional: Download our practice presentation. About transitions There are three categories of unique transitions to choose from, all of which tin can be institute on the Transitions tab: Subtle: These are the nigh basic types of transitions.