Transcript Inspiration

Inspiration 9.0
Start by choosing which program you want to use
Begin a new diagram.
Begin a new outline.
Begin a mind map.
Open existing file.
List of templates.
Lean to use.
*This PowerPoint will only teach you how to
make a diagram and an outline *
Inspiration allows you to enter
information in 2 ways:
To switch between the diagram and outline view anytime, all you have to do it click
on the Diagram or Outline button in the top left hand corner of the menu bar. You
can switch back and forth as many times as you like without loosing your work.
Diagram
Outline
Creating a Diagram
Location of Diagram Tools
Getting familiar with the layout
Start Your Diagram
Step 1:
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Enter your main idea
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Start typing your idea into the Main
Idea symbol.
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Now you're ready to add topics that
expand or explain your main idea.
Diagram
Step 2: Expand your thoughts
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There are 2 ways to add ideas:
Click “Rapidfire” and simply continue your
thoughts
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Put your ideas in the main bubble, then
click enter when you have finished your
thought.
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Continue to add ideas and your diagram will
grow!
Diagram
Step 2: The second way to add bubbles is….
1. Click “Create”
2. Then click “Link”
3. If you would like, you can also click
“Arrange” to assemble your diagram.
The Symbol’s Palette
Step 3:
Spice up your diagram by using
symbols, pictures, and more!
Creating an Outline
Location of Outline Tools
How to make an Outline
Step 1:
Click on the outline icon in the left hand corner of the menu bar.
Step 2:
In the main menu click Topic
Step 3:
Then Click Subtopic to explain your topic.
*Keep adding subtopics untill you reach your goal
Switching from Diagram to Outline
One of the cool things about Inspiration 9.0 is that you can switch to outline view
after you make a diagram or you can switch from outline view to diagram after
you make an outline!
On the main diagram toolbar, click the
outline button.
On the main outline toolbar, click the
diagram button.
Troubleshooting
If the program is not working:
1. Reboot the computer
2. Try it on another computer
3. Ask Rebecca, Elizabeth or Kirsten for help