How to create a new timeline using the Timeline Wizard

Overview

Office Timeline's Timeline Wizard adapts to your workflow, reducing repetitive tasks and speeding up delivery. Jumpstart your timelines with templates, guided setup, and instant imports so you can focus on delivering, not formatting.

A) Navigating the Timeline Wizard

B) Create a Timeline from Scratch

C) Create a Timeline from a Theme

D) Create a Timeline from a Template

E) Create a Timeline by Importing Data

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Navigating the Timeline Wizard

To begin, utilize the buttons on the homepage or the left-side navigation within the Timeline Wizard. Here are your choices:

• Start from Scratch: Start your process with a clean canvas. Construct your timeline step by step manually.
• Create from Theme: Create your timeline with predesigned shapes, colors, and sizes. 
• Create from Template: Office Timeline offers a range of expertly crafted templates to streamline your work and save time.
• Import Data: The Office Timeline add-in enables you to import data into PowerPoint and quickly convert it into a timeline slide with minimal effort.
  

Create a Timeline from Scratch

1. Press the New button located at the top left of your Office Timeline tab to launch the Timeline Wizard.
   
   

2. Choose "Start from Scratch" from the available options on the Home tab of the Timeline Wizard.

   

3. The Office Timeline Edit Data window will open, allowing you to start building your timeline.

   

Create a Timeline from a Theme

1. Press the New button located at the top left of your Office Timeline tab to launch the Timeline Wizard.
   
   
2. Choose "Create from Theme" from the available options on the Home tab of the Timeline Wizard.
   
   

3. This will take you to the Theme Gallery, where you can choose from My Themes or a variety of Office Timeline Themes. Additionally, you have the option to click on Create new Theme for more customization.

   

4. Choose a theme that suits your needs and customize your timeline.

Create a Timeline from a Template

1. Press the New button located at the top left of your Office Timeline tab to launch the Timeline Wizard.
   
   
2. Choose "Create from Template" from the available options on the Home tab of the Timeline Wizard.
   
   
3. This will take you to the Template Gallery, where you can choose from Templates you have created, or variety of Swimlane Templates and Timeline Templates. 
   
   

   

Create a Timeline by Importing Data

1. Press the New button located at the top left of your Office Timeline tab to launch the Timeline Wizard.
   
   
2. Choose "Import Data" from the available options on the Home tab of the Timeline Wizard.
   
   

3. This will direct you to the Import Data menu, where you can select your preferred source for importing, such as Excel or Project. Additionally, you can pick from a list of your Recent Files.