How to Add Music in PowerPoint

Microsoft PowerPoint allows the user to create presentations in a visual experience. The software also makes a presentation more enjoyable with the option to include music into the document. You can play your favorite CD throughout the presentation.

Instructions

1. Download your music of choice in MP3 or WAV format.

2. 

   Display the slide where the music should begin.

3. 

   Insert the music into your presentation by going to Insert > Movies and Sounds > Sound from file.

4. 

   Choose the mp3 format from the Files of Type drop-down box.

5. 

   Locate and select the mp3 and click "OK."

6. 

   Select the "Automatically" option if you want the song to begin on its own or "When Clicked " if you choose to control when the song plays.

Tips & Warnings

• Convert song format to mp3 or WAV before attempting to insert in slideshow.

• Place song file in folder to easily retrieve and insert.

• If burning presentation to CD/DVD, remember to burn the song to the same disc or it won't play the sound.