Installation
Windows

Installing PowerTools on Windows

What You'll Need

After purchasing your PowerTools license, you will receive a purchase confirmation email which contains:

  • The PowerTools add-in (PowerTools.zip)
  • Your own personal license key

Installation Video Tutorial

Follow the simple steps in the installation video below to install and activate the add-in. You can also find detailed written instructions below the installation video.

Step-by-Step Installation Instructions

  1. Download the PowerTools.zip file included with your purchase
  2. Extract the files (i.e., the top level parent folder named PowerTools inside the ZIP file) into the following folder location: %APPDATA%\Microsoft\AddIns (you can find this folder by copy-pasting its path into your Windows search)
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  1. Open PowerPoint, click the File tab, and then click Options
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  1. Select PowerPoint Add-ins from the Manage dropdown, and click Go
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  1. Click Add New
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  1. Navigate into the PowerTools folder, and then into the pptpowertools subfolder

  2. Select PowerTools.ppam (NOT "PowerTools Helper.ppam")

  3. You should now see a PowerTools tab in your PowerPoint ribbon

  4. Click on the "Activate Add-In" button in the ribbon, and enter the license key provide in your purchase confirmation email

Troubleshooting

If you encounter any issues:

  1. Ensure all files were extracted correctly to the AddIns folder
  2. Verify PowerPoint is fully closed and reopened after adding the add-in
  3. Check that you selected PowerTools.ppam (not PowerTools Helper.ppam)
  4. Contact our support team if you need assistance

System Requirements

  • Windows 10 or later
  • Microsoft PowerPoint (Office 365 or Office 2019+)
  • Administrative privileges on your computer
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