Use Rename Master with 3 how-to topics, including renaming a master, renaming a layout, and checking the updated name; you can jump to each topic from the How-to Index.
How-to Index
| No. | Topic | Membership Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Rename a master | Free |
| 2 | 2. Rename a layout | Free |
| 3 | 3. Check and use the new name | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Rename a master
Entry: Review tab → Slide Master → Slide Master tab → Rename
- Open the presentation you want to edit.
- Click Slide Master on the Review tab to enter master view.
- In the thumbnail pane on the left, select the master you want to rename.
- Click Rename.
- Enter the new name in the dialog box.
- Click Rename to confirm.
Success Criteria
- What you should see: the selected master shows the new name in the left thumbnail pane.
- What you can do next: continue editing the master or close master view and return to normal editing.
Tips While Using
- Enter Slide Master view before renaming. You cannot directly rename a master from normal editing view.
- Use a name that reflects the layout purpose so it is easier to maintain later.
2. Rename a layout
Entry: Review tab → Slide Master → select a layout → Rename
- Enter Slide Master view in the presentation.
- In the thumbnail pane on the left, select the layout whose name you want to change.
- Click Rename.
- Enter the new layout name.
- Click Rename to save the change.
Success Criteria
- What you should see: the selected layout shows the new name in the thumbnail list.
- What you can do next: continue adjusting the layout or apply it to slides.
Tips While Using
- The same rename entry can be used for both masters and layouts, so confirm which object is selected first.
- Avoid using a name that duplicates an existing master name.
3. Check and use the new name
Entry: master thumbnail list / layout selection menu
- After renaming, check whether the updated name appears in the thumbnail list on the left.
- Close master view and return to the normal presentation editing view.
- Open the layout selection menu and confirm that the new name appears there.
- Continue editing by selecting the master or layout by its new name.
Success Criteria
- What you should see: the new name appears in the master list or layout selection area.
- What you can do next: quickly identify and apply the correct layout by name.
Tips While Using
- After renaming, the updated name appears in the layout selection menu.
- A shared naming convention can reduce confusion during collaboration.