Genially_copy - What is Genially

by Hayden Newman

What is Genially

Definition: Genially is an online tool for creating interactive content such as presentations, infographics, e-learning modules, and even games. Key Features: Interactive elements: Allows users to create interactive and engaging content (clickable buttons, links, pop-ups, etc.). Templates: Provides a wide range of customizable templates for different types of content (presentations, reports, educational materials). Multimedia integration: You can integrate videos, images, animations, and other multimedia elements.

What is Genially

No coding required. Easy to use interface, making it accessible for beginners and professionals. Cloud-based: Accessible from anywhere with an internet connection. Interactive Feature: Embed a short introductory demo video showing an example of a finished Genially project. You can use an example of a highly interactive presentation or infographic. Add a clickable hotspot (e.g., "Click to see a demo") that opens a link to a sample Genially presentation.

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Exploring the Genially Interface

Main Features: Layers: Items in your project appear as layers (think of it like stacking images or objects). You can move layers up or down. Animations: Elements can be animated to appear, disappear, or move. Interactive Feature: Create clickable hotspots on a screenshot of the Genially workspace. When clicked, each section can explain what it does (e.g., clicking on the toolbar explains its functionality). Hover effect: Add text or images that appear when the user hovers over certain parts of the screen, like tooltips.

Workspace Layout: Toolbar: The top area where users can find options like save, undo/redo, settings, and export. Templates: On the left side, users can access a range of templates for various types of content (presentations, infographics, etc.). Editor: The center area where users can build and customize their projects. Objects Panel: The panel on the right contains images, text boxes, icons, shapes, and other objects that can be added to the project.

Free vs. Premium – What’s the Difference? Feature Free Plan Premium Plan Templates Limited access to templates Full access to all templates Customization Basic customization Advanced customization options Watermark Genially watermark included No watermark Advanced Interactivity Limited options Full access to interactivity features Export Options Limited exporting (static) Export in various formats (static & interactive) Analytics Not available Full analytics available Collaboration Basic collaboration Advanced collaboration features Support Standard support Priority support Pro Plan: Cost: $9.90 per month (monthly billing) or $7.49 per month (annual billing)​

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Step 1: Visit the Genially website and click on "Sign Up". Step 2: You can create an account using your email, Google account, or Facebook account. Step 3: After signing up, you will be directed to your dashboard.

1.Creating a Genially Account:

How to Choose a Template in Genially

Genially offers a wide variety of templates for different purposes. Show students how to choose a template that matches their project goals. Template Categories: Presentations Infographics Interactive images Educational games Customization Options: Once a template is selected, users can easily customize colors, fonts, and content. Interactive Feature: Add a search bar simulation where users can click through variou template categories. Embed a short GIF or video showing how to search for templates and select one.

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Click on any text box to edit the content. Use the top toolbar to change the font type, size, color, and alignment. You can also add new text boxes by clicking the "T" icon in the toolbar. Adding Images and Media: To add an image, click the “Images” tab on the left, then choose “Upload Image” or select an image from the Genially library. You can also embed videos (YouTube, Vimeo, etc.) by clicking the “Video” option. Design Elements: To add new elements like shapes, icons, or backgrounds, click on the “Elements” tab in the left menu. You can resize and rotate elements directly on the canvas.

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Final Tips and Best Practices

RAdding Interactivity Buttons: Click on the “Buttons” option in the left menu to add clickable buttons to your slides. Use buttons to: Link to other slides in the presentation. Open a website or external resource. Trigger animations or pop-up windows. Pop-Ups: To create a pop-up window, select the object you want to make interactive (such as an image or text box). In the top menu, click on “Trigger”, then choose “Pop-Up”. You can add additional information or images that will appear when the object is clicked.

Animations:Select an object (text, image, etc.) and click the “Animation” button in the top menu. Choose from various entrance, exit, and motion path animations. Set the duration and timing of each animation. Slide Transitions: Go to the Slide Panel (on the left) and click the "Transition" button between slides. Select a transition style like Fade, Slide, or Zoom to enhance movement between slides.

Adding Animations and Transitions

Saving and Sharing Your ProjectTitle: Saving, Sharing, and Exporting Your Genially Saving Your Project: Genially automatically saves your progress, but you can also click Save manually. Sharing Your Genially: You can share your project by generating a link, embedding it on a website, or posting it on social media. Exporting: While Genially is an interactive platform, you can export your project in formats like PDF, image, or video (note: interactive features may not carry over in static formats).

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Collaborating on a Project

invite others to collaborate, click the “Share” button and enter their email address. You can control the permissions (edit, comment, or view) for each collaborator.

Collaboration Features

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Final Tips and Best Practices Title: Best Practices for Creating Genially Presentations Design Simplicity: Keep your presentation clean and easy to follow. Avoid cluttering with too much text or too many animations. Consistent Theme: Use consistent colors, fonts, and layout styles to create a professional look. Engage Your Audience: Use interactivity to engage your audience—buttons, quizzes, and interactive elements help make your presentation more dynamic. Test Your Work: Always preview your Genially and make sure everything functions as intended before sharing it with others.

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Conclusion and Q&A

Title: Wrap-Up and Questions Recap: To summarize, Genially allows you to create dynamic, interactive presentations using various multimedia elements, animations, and interactive features. Questions:

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Let the communication flow!

With Genially templates, you can include visual resources to wow your audience. You can also highlight a particular sentence or piece of information so that it sticks in your audience’s minds, or even embed external content to surprise them: Whatever you like! Do you need more reasons to create dynamic content? No problem! 90% of the information we assimilate is received through sight and, what’s more, we retain 42% more information when the content moves.

• Generate experiences with your content.
• It’s got the Wow effect. Very Wow.
• Make sure your audience remembers the message.

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Use this space to add awesome interactivity. Include text, images, videos, tables, PDFs... even interactive questions! Premium tip: Get information on how your audience interacts with your creation:

• Visit the Analytics settings;
• Activate user tracking;
• Let the communication flow!

Got an idea?

Let the communication flow!

With Genially templates, you can include visual resources to wow your audience. You can also highlight a particular sentence or piece of information so that it sticks in your audience’s minds, or even embed external content to surprise them: Whatever you like! Do you need more reasons to create dynamic content? No problem! 90% of the information we assimilate is received through sight and, what’s more, we retain 42% more information when the content moves.

• Generate experiences with your content.
• It’s got the Wow effect. Very Wow.
• Make sure your audience remembers the message.

Got an idea?

Let the communication flow!

With Genially templates, you can include visual resources to wow your audience. You can also highlight a particular sentence or piece of information so that it sticks in your audience’s minds, or even embed external content to surprise them: Whatever you like! Do you need more reasons to create dynamic content? No problem! 90% of the information we assimilate is received through sight and, what’s more, we retain 42% more information when the content moves.

• Generate experiences with your content.
• It’s got the Wow effect. Very Wow.
• Make sure your audience remembers the message.

Got an idea?

Let the communication flow!

With Genially templates, you can include visual resources to wow your audience. You can also highlight a particular sentence or piece of information so that it sticks in your audience’s minds, or even embed external content to surprise them: Whatever you like! Do you need more reasons to create dynamic content? No problem! 90% of the information we assimilate is received through sight and, what’s more, we retain 42% more information when the content moves.

• Generate experiences with your content.
• It’s got the Wow effect. Very Wow.
• Make sure your audience remembers the message.

Got an idea?

Let the communication flow!

With Genially templates, you can include visual resources to wow your audience. You can also highlight a particular sentence or piece of information so that it sticks in your audience’s minds, or even embed external content to surprise them: Whatever you like! Do you need more reasons to create dynamic content? No problem! 90% of the information we assimilate is received through sight and, what’s more, we retain 42% more information when the content moves.

• Generate experiences with your content.
• It’s got the Wow effect. Very Wow.
• Make sure your audience remembers the message.