Memes for Presentations

Memes have been popular humor devices for a long time and they’re growing in popularity. Add humor to your next presentation with memes for presentations.

What Is a Meme?

According to The New York Times,

“Memes are widely known as conduits for cultural conversations and an opportunity to participate in internet trends.”

Memes are often used for humor. Most importantly, they’re relatable and shared with others. Memes can come from popular culture, TV shows, music, and more. Since memes are derived from familiar entertainment, they can make that piece of entertainment more widely understood.

10 Relatable Memes

Memes can inject humor into your presentation. Here are some relatable memes you could incorporate to entertain your audience:

1. Gives Joke No One Laughs

2. These Presentations Are Awesome

3. The Meeting Could’ve Been an Email

4. The Moment You Realize

5. Group Project

6. Zoom Meeting

7. I Have No Idea What I’m Doing

8. When You Send an Email With Questions

9. When You’re Running Late for Work

10. Create Your Own Happiness

How to Add a Meme to Your Presentation

Once you’ve chosen a meme, you’ll need to know how to add it to your PowerPoint presentation. This guide will use the premium Terrenifa Multipurpose PowerPoint Template from Envato Elements.

I’m using macOS on PowerPoint Version 16.62. If you have a different operating system or software version, your results may vary.

1. Choose a Template

When selecting a template, look for one that includes placeholders in the description. Picture placeholders simplify the process of adding images; all you need to do is drag and drop.

For example, the premium Terrenifa template includes picture placeholders. There are many other excellent premium presentation templates on Envato Elements that also feature picture placeholders.

2. Choose Your Meme

Next, select a meme that resonates with your audience and aligns with the topic of your presentation. You can find relevant memes by searching online with your topic followed by the word “meme.”

3. Choose the Slide

Decide where to place the meme in your presentation. I recommend slide 3 because it has a picture placeholder and sufficient text space.

If there’s a picture placeholder but you prefer a different layout, you have two options:

1. Drag-and-Drop

Drag and drop the slide to the desired position in the presentation. In PowerPoint, mini versions of your slides appear on the left. Click and drag the slide to the new location; a red line will indicate where it will be placed.

2. Copy and Insert Slide

Alternatively, copy a slide with a picture placeholder to your desired location. Right-click on the slide, select Duplicate Slide, and then use the first method to rearrange it.

4. Add the Meme

There are three methods to add your meme to a slide:

1. Drag-and-Drop

After saving the meme to your computer, simply drag and drop the image into the picture placeholder, and it should appear immediately.

2. Use Insert Picture File Button

Click the Insert Picture from File button located in the middle of the picture placeholder. This will open the file explorer; locate your meme file and double-click it to add it to the slide.

You may need to adjust the image size.

3. Use Insert Tab

Alternatively, click on the Insert tab in the toolbar. Click the Pictures button, choose the appropriate option based on your file’s location, double-click your meme file, and adjust as necessary.

5 Tips for Using Memes

Humor is an effective way to engage with your audience. Using memes can modernize and relatablely add humor to your presentation. Here are some essential tips for incorporating memes:

1. Make It Relatable

Ensure your chosen meme resonates with many people, particularly those in your audience. A meme should align with the subject matter of your presentation to avoid confusion.

2. Make It Relevant

While using humor, keep the focus on your presentation topic. Distributing memes thoughtfully throughout the presentation can engage your audience without overwhelming them.

3. Consider Your Audience

Avoid potentially offensive memes. Maintain a clean, funny, and simple approach, as offending your audience can lead to disengagement.

4. Focus on Value

While humor can enhance your presentation, overusing memes may undermine your credibility. Aim for a balance between humor and seriousness.

5. Be Confident

Incorporate memes naturally and present them with confidence. Your demeanor can significantly influence how your audience perceives the humor.

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5 Ways to Add Humor to Your Presentation

Humor can enhance your presentation and keep your audience engaged. Here are different methods to incorporate humor:

1. Tell a Funny Story

Reflect on your experiences related to your presentation’s main points. Sharing a humorous, personal story can engage your audience effectively.

2. Find a Joke

Select a joke that reinforces a subpoint in your presentation. For instance, if discussing listening skills, a joke about not listening can illustrate the point humorously.

3. Look for an Analogy

Using a humor-filled analogy can clarify your points while making your audience laugh.

4. Surprise the Audience

Introduce humor unexpectedly into your presentation to keep your audience engaged. Confidence in your delivery can enhance the impact of the joke.

5. Use Audio Visual Effects

Plan audio-visual effects beforehand to add an engaging dimension to your presentation. However, avoid overdoing it as too much can overwhelm your audience.