Microsoft Sway Fundamentals

Learn to start with Microsoft Sway by signing in, choosing a creation method (template, document, topic), and importing PowerPoint or PDF files; adjust design with image cards and sections.

Create a sway from a document, a topic, or a template, selecting options like images, outlines, and executive summaries to quickly organize content.

Explore how to design with the design tab and manage content on the storyline tab in Microsoft Sway, using heading, text, image, video, audio, or embed content.

Use headings to provide visual elements and navigation, breaking up your presentation. Add backgrounds or images, manage copyright and fair use, compress media, and use thumbnails in navigation.

Learn how to insert and resize images in Sway, adjust emphasis and captions, use focus points for optimal display on tablet or phone, and decide cropping versus full image.

Create an image group in sway by choosing a group type—grid, stack, or slideshow—and adding content from device or one drive for business. Adjust captions, focus points, and emphasis.

Modify your sway design by customizing color palettes, typography, and navigation styles, then preview and remix different looks to align with branding and animation levels.

Add and optimize videos in Sway by uploading a short device video or embedding from YouTube, choose size options, set captions, and use playback controls for a responsive, cross-device experience.

Learn to add audio in Microsoft Sway, including uploading mp3 files, optional closed captioning with timing, and embedding content from various sources using the embed card.

Duplicate sways to preserve the original and experiment with copies, then save as templates for reusing layouts and colors. Export to PDF or Word and print when needed.

Share your Sway by choosing view or edit access, generating visual links or embed codes, and sending invitations via email or social posts; manage permissions and reset sharing as needed.

Celebrate completing Microsoft Sway Fundamentals by applying new skills to immediately create Swayze for your organization.