Frequently asked questions - Impress

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    How do I print two slides per page (two slides one below the other)?

    Formatting

    • Switch to the Master Handout view.
      • Select View ▸ Master Handout.
    • Open the Properties sidebar deck.
    • In the Layouts section, click on the slide layout you want to use (two or more slides)
    • Apply the page orientation (Portrait or Landscape) that suits you: Slide ▸ Properties ▸ Page
    • Move the slides and change their size (if necessary).
      • Press F4 or select Format ▸ Object and Shape ▸ Position and Size to manually enter position and size values.
    • To return to the default layout, click on one of the predefined layouts in the Layouts.

    Note: To see all of the slides, use Slide Sorter mode.

    Additional Options

    • Add decorative elements (note that you are in 'Background' in the 'Master Handout' mode)
      • Insert ▸ Image to insert a logo or other custom image
      • Use the Line tool from the Drawing toolbar to place a line between two slides or draw several lines for handwritten notes.
    • The fields for header, date/time, footer and number can be displayed:
      • Select Slide ▸ Master Elements.
      • Make sure the options are selected in the Header and Footer dialog box: Insert ▸ Header and Footer ▸ Notes and Handouts
    • Move and format the fields to make it look appropriate.

    Print the Handout

    • Choose File ▸ Print ▸ LibreOffice Impress
    • In the dropdown box under Document ▸ Type, select Handouts.
    • Check the result in the print preview.
    • Click OK.