{"id":12908,"date":"2023-11-14T11:04:52","date_gmt":"2023-11-14T02:04:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sasugacommunications.com\/ja\/?p=12908"},"modified":"2026-02-04T19:53:25","modified_gmt":"2026-02-04T10:53:25","slug":"the-most-effective-way-to-use-a-laser-pointer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sasugacommunications.com\/ja\/the-most-effective-way-to-use-a-laser-pointer\/","title":{"rendered":"The Most Effective Way To Use A Laser Pointer"},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you been in a presentation where the speaker is using a laser pointer?<\/span><\/p>\n

This could be in person or online.<\/span><\/p>\n

You see that little red dot shakily attempting to underline a phrase, whizzing from one side of the screen to the other, and even twirling in circles.<\/span><\/p>\n

Have you ever considered how strenuous this is on the audience\u2019s eyes?<\/span><\/p>\n

It even makes some people dizzy or nauseous.<\/span><\/p>\n

But many presenters believe they need to use a laser pointer for clarity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Not true.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s what to do instead:<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a01. Minimize the text on your slides<\/b><\/p>\n

Your slides are to support what you\u2019re saying, not to replace it. When you have lots of text, your audience often starts to read that and stops listening to you.<\/p>\n

\u00a02. Consider your audience\u2019s eye movement<\/b><\/p>\n

For English presentations, most people\u2019s eyes naturally move from top left to top right and gradually from top to bottom. Be sure to design your slides and talking points with that order in mind. That way, the flow is intuitive and you ease the burden on your audience\u2019s eyes.<\/p>\n

\u00a03. Guide your audience in where to look<\/b><\/p>\n

If you have multiple elements on one slide, use phrases like \u201cAs you can see in the top left\u201d or tell them a number, color, or shape, so that they know where to look next.<\/p>\n

Use these three tips to get your message across clearly without straining your audience\u2019s eyes.<\/span><\/p>\n

That\u2019s less effort for your audience and more impact for you!<\/span><\/p>\n

Oh, and the most effective use for a laser pointer\u2026?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

I find it\u2019s great to entertain my cat!<\/span><\/p>\n

(Serious note: Do take care when using a laser pointer never to shine it into the eyes of animals or humans.)<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n