Training course

Microsoft Sway

Microsoft Sway is a presentation program that allows you to create interactive reports, stories, presentations and more

Sway can include text, pictures and media, pulling content from a variety of locations, including your own device, network or internet source.

Sways are stored on Microsoft's servers and tied to a Microsoft account, although more content is available when accessing through an Office 365.

  • 0.5 Days
  • Online or in person
  • Private courses available
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Prerequisites

  • Must be a competent PC user

Included

  • Lunch and refreshments when training is delivered at our training venues
  • Comprehensive course materials and exercises

Course content Back to top

  1. Getting Started with Sway
    Setting up and logging into the Sway account
    Creating a Sway from an existing document
    Creating a Sway from scratch
    Using cards to layout a storyline
    Adding backgrounds to cards
    Inserting pictures
    Grouping pictures
    Choosing a design
    Setting navigation
    Duplicating a Sway
    Remixing the Sway
    Grouping text and images
  2. Embedding and Adding Content
    Adding videos
    Inserting tweets
    Inserting from social media
    Embedding a YouTube video
    Embedding Maps
    Embedding other pictures and videos
    Embedding a document
    Inserting a chart
  3. Sharing the Sway
    Inviting others to edit
    Sharing on Facebook or Twitter
    Embedding onto a website

Training a team?

Run this course privately, on your dates

  • Bespoke Bespoke private training can be based on an existing course or a number of lessons taken from several courses, we can also write bespoke courses for you based on your in-house systems or development program.
  • Private Flexible course content, flexible training date(s), flexible location(s), variable course length, private to your organisation - Courses can be held at one of our training venues or at another location convenient to you. Training can be set over a number of days or weeks to allow for practice time between training sessions.
  • Virtual These courses can be attended from anywhere.

What delegates say Back to top

“All aspects were enlightening and I am eager to put my new found knowledge to use”
T.P., Excel Level 2

What were the most useful aspects of the course

“Explanation of planning, setting objectives”
S.T., Tiplady Safety Services Ltd, Train the Trainer
“Pivot Tables I’m going to have fun with this when I return to work!”
K.T., Px Group, Excel Level 3
“Enjoyed it thank you”
W.K., Topspec Equine Ltd, Word Essentials

Which part of the course did you find particularly valuable

“The trainer was willing to help until everyone understood”
H.L., Hoults Ltd, Excel Level 1
“Explained and demonstrated in a simple way not patronising. Tailored to our job role. Absolutely brilliant course so useful, thank you.”
B.R., Dogs Trust, PowerPoint Essentials

Which part of the course did you find particularly valuable

“Tips about emails urgent and importance division.”
S.M., Contec Inc, Time Management
“Good allround training”
T.B., Excel Level 2

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Please contact us to discuss your Microsoft Sway course, we have many solutions available to ensure you receive the best training possible.

Your Sway course can be delivered online or in-person. You can choose your learning path and delivery style. Learn in-person or online with our virtual classrooms. Your course can be delivered online, at your office or at one of our training venues, it's your choice. Small course sizes. Course materials included. Flexible Microsoft Sway course content. Expert trainers and tried & tested training methods. Many course materials available online using your personal training account. You can master Sway, please contact us to book a place or get a quote for your Microsoft Sway course.

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0191 377 8377
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