Multiple powerpoint versions in same file

[jsolutions]

I am sure that someone has come across this need and has corrected it. What I need is to have 2 different versions of a PowerPoint file. Basically, I need a student version and a trainer's version. Both versions will contain the same information, but the trainer version will have additional notes.

Obviously, i could use additional slides and hide them for the student version; however, this leads to page numbering issues. This feature is readily available in Word by using "hidden" text. unfortunately, this wonderful functionality is not available (at least that I've found) in PowerPoint.

Ideally, I would like to use something like hidden text, but ANY suggestions are welcomed.

Thanks in advance.

Jay

 

[Lilliabeth]

Look in Help for create custom shows.

Lilliabeth
-Why use a big word when a diminutive one will do?-

 

[jsolutions]

Sorry - don't think I was clear on two things:
1) The additional instructor information is on the notes page
2) The document will not only be shown on the overhead, but documents will be printed including the notes page (thus the need for hidden text).

Thanks

 

[Hasit]

One suggestion. Create 2 powerpoint decks. Embed your master copy into the student copy (maybe the last slide), but password protect the master copy. So its a single deck (one name), but the master copy is embedded for easy access by you.

Powerpoint XP I believe allows you to password protect, any version lower does not, but there are utilities on the net that will password protect powerpoint if your version is lower than XP

 

[jsolutions]

Yeah - again the problem is that EACH page needs to have both student and instructor text. I actually just programmed it last night to show or hide text based on finding the term "Instructor note:" - works like a charm. Thanks to everyone for their help.