Saving a template to your computer:  right mouse click on the template, click "save target as", and save to your hard drive

PRINT POSTER TIMELINE/CHECKLIST

CHOOSING A TEMPLATE
Four poster sizes are available from which to choose. Case and clinical templates are available for each.

Each template has four different designs to select. To view/select a different layout go to FORMAT>SLIDE DESIGN. The slide design pane will open; from there select an alternate layout.

HEY! Before choosing a template, check poster size requirements for the conference.

ORGANIZATION

The flow of information should move from left to right. Use lines, frames, contrasting colors or arrows to call attention to important points.  Present enough information but avoid overcrowding.

FONT

Select a simple font and use it consistently throughout the poster. Make sure to choose a font size large enough to be read from at least three feet.

GRAPHICS

• Use graphs to clarify and emphasize key relationships. Be sure graphs are precise and clearly labeled

• Use tables only when simpler visuals like graphs or charts will not suffice

• Decision trees and flowcharts are also creative ways to disseminate your information without using a lot of text

If you are using a photo with identifying features (e.g., face, tattoo, birthmark), you must have written approval from the patient.

Contact the GRMERC Research Department for appropriate form.

HEY! An easy way to see how an image will look when printed is to change the VIEW>ZOOM setting to 100% and look at the images up close. What you see at 100% is very close to what the image will look like when printed.

SPELLING
Run a spell check on your poster before final printing. Don’t just rely on the spell check, however! “A run was planned for the patient” is very different from “A ruin was planned for the patient” but the spelling is pristine in both. Remember, misspelled words and poor grammar can take away from an otherwise great poster.

PRESENTING
You should let your poster do most of the “talking”. Your task as the presenter is to answer questions and provide further details. Make sure you rehearse your presentation and memorize points you want to emphasize during the poster session.

Click on the following link for more tips on creating a poster:  www.posterpresentations.com