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Sections are organizational containers that help structure your presentations into logical groups. By dividing your presentation into sections, you make it easier for both presenters and users to navigate, understand, and find the content they need.

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What are Sections?

Sections are named groups of slides that organize your presentation into meaningful chapters or topics. Think of them as the table of contents for your presentation. Example sections in a property presentation:
  • Introduction
  • Location & Neighborhood
  • Building Features
  • Available Units
  • Amenities
  • Sustainability
  • Contact Information
Each section contains related slides that cover a specific topic or aspect of your property.

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Why Use Sections?

Clear Structure

Organize slides into logical groups that make sense to your audience.

Easy Navigation

Allow users to jump directly to the information they’re most interested in.

Presenter Control

Help presenters stay organized and transition smoothly between topics.

Better UX

Provide a clear overview of what’s covered in the presentation.

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How Sections Work

Sections create a hierarchical structure in your presentation: 
Presentation
├── Section 1: Introduction
│   ├── Welcome Slide
│   ├── Company Overview
│   └── Project Vision
├── Section 2: Location
│   ├── Map & Transit
│   ├── Neighborhood
│   └── Local Amenities
└── Section 3: Units
    ├── Floor Plans
    ├── Available Units
    └── Pricing

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Section Navigation

When you organize slides into sections, users can:
  1. View section menu: See all available sections at a glance
  2. Jump to sections: Click to navigate directly to any section
  3. Track progress: See which section they’re currently viewing
  4. Skip content: Move past sections that aren’t relevant to them

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Creating Sections

Organize your presentation into sections during the presentation setup:
1

Plan your structure

Decide how to group your slides logically. Sketch out main topics before creating sections.
2

Create a section

In your presentation editor, add a new section and give it a clear, descriptive name.
3

Add slides to section

Assign existing slides to the section or create new slides within it.
4

Reorder sections

Arrange sections in the order that makes the most narrative sense.
5

Preview navigation

Test how users will navigate between sections to ensure it flows well.

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Section Naming Best Practices

Be Descriptive

Use clear names like “Building Amenities” instead of vague terms like “Features”.

Keep It Short

Aim for 1-3 words per section name so they’re easy to scan.

Use Parallel Structure

If one section is “Floor Plans”, use “Unit Types” not “Information About Units”.

Think User-First

Name sections based on what users are looking for, not internal terminology.

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Section Structure Patterns

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Linear Flow

Best for presentations with a natural progression: 
1. Welcome
2. The Vision
3. The Location
4. The Building
5. Your Home
6. Get In Touch
Use when: Telling a story or when content builds on previous information.

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Topic-Based

Best for presentations where users might have specific interests: 
├── Overview
├── Residential Units
├── Commercial Spaces
├── Amenities
├── Sustainability
└── Investment Opportunity
Use when: Different audiences care about different aspects.

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Feature-Focused

Best for highlighting specific selling points: 
├── Introduction
├── Prime Location
├── Award-Winning Design
├── Resort-Style Amenities
├── Smart Home Technology
└── Availability
Use when: You want to emphasize key differentiators.

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Sections for Presenters

Sections make presenting easier and more professional:

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During Presentations

Quick Navigation:
  • Jump to specific topics based on audience questions
  • Skip sections that aren’t relevant to the current audience
  • Return to important slides without scrolling
Stay Organized:
  • Know exactly where you are in the presentation
  • See what’s coming next
  • Maintain a consistent flow
Handle Questions:
  • “Let me jump to the amenities section to show you…”
  • Quickly find relevant slides to answer questions
  • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the property

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Presenter Tips

Rehearse using the section navigation so you can move smoothly during the actual presentation.
If running short on time, skip less critical sections rather than rushing through everything.
Decide in advance which sections you’ll emphasize for different audience types.
Learn keyboard shortcuts or navigation gestures to move between sections efficiently.

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Sections for Users

For self-guided presentations, sections provide autonomy and better experience:

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User Benefits

Find What Matters:
  • See all topics at a glance
  • Jump to information of personal interest
  • Skip irrelevant content
Track Progress:
  • Know how much content is in each section
  • See current position in the presentation
  • Understand overall scope
Return Later:
  • Bookmark or return to specific sections
  • Share direct links to particular sections
  • Resume where they left off

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Section Menu Display

Sections can be displayed in different ways: Sidebar Navigation:
  • Persistent menu showing all sections
  • Current section highlighted
  • Click to navigate
Top Bar Menu:
  • Horizontal navigation across the top
  • Dropdown for section selection
  • Progress indicator
Breadcrumb Navigation:
  • Shows current location: Home > Units > Floor Plans
  • Click to go back to previous sections

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Section Best Practices

5-8 Sections Ideal

Too few sections lack structure; too many become overwhelming. Aim for 5-8 main sections.

Balance Section Length

Try to keep sections relatively similar in length to maintain pacing.

Logical Progression

Arrange sections in an order that makes narrative sense or matches user priorities.

Consider Mobile

Ensure section navigation works well on smaller screens where users might browse.

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Common Section Mistakes

Avoid these pitfalls:
  • Too granular: Creating a section for every single slide defeats the purpose
  • Unclear names: Vague section names like “More Info” or “Additional Details”
  • Inconsistent depth: Mixing high-level topics (Location) with specific details (Kitchen Specifications)
  • No hierarchy: Treating all content as equally important instead of grouping by priority

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Managing Sections

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Reordering Sections

Change section order to improve flow:
  1. Review the current presentation flow
  2. Consider the user journey or narrative arc
  3. Drag and drop sections to reorder
  4. Test the new flow with someone unfamiliar with the project

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Moving Slides Between Sections

Reorganize content as your presentation evolves:
  1. Select the slide you want to move
  2. Drag it to a different section
  3. Or use “Move to Section” option
  4. Slides automatically reorder within their new section

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Renaming Sections

Update section names to improve clarity:
  1. Click on the section name
  2. Edit to make it more descriptive or concise
  3. Save changes
  4. Navigation updates automatically throughout the presentation

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Sections vs. Slides

Understanding the relationship:
AspectSectionsSlides
PurposeOrganize and group contentDisplay specific information
NavigationHigh-level topic jumpingSequential or direct slide access
VisibilityAlways visible in menuOne at a time during viewing
Count5-8 typicallyUnlimited within sections
StructureContains multiple slidesIndividual content units
Think of it as: Sections are chapters, slides are pages.

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Advanced Section Usage

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Nested Sections (if supported)

Some platforms allow sub-sections for complex presentations: 
Units
├── Studios
│   ├── Floor Plans
│   └── Availability
├── One Bedroom
│   ├── Floor Plans
│   └── Availability
└── Two Bedroom
    ├── Floor Plans
    └── Availability
Use sparingly—only for very large presentations where top-level sections aren’t sufficient.

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Conditional Sections

Show or hide sections based on:
  • User type (buyer vs. investor)
  • Property type (residential vs. commercial)
  • Presentation mode (public vs. internal)
This allows one presentation to serve multiple purposes.

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Section Analytics

Track how users interact with sections:
  • Most viewed sections: Which topics generate the most interest?
  • Section completion rates: Do users view entire sections or bounce?
  • Navigation patterns: Do users follow the intended flow or jump around?
  • Time per section: Which sections hold attention longest?
Use this data to:
  • Refine section organization
  • Improve content in underperforming sections
  • Understand user priorities
If analytics show users consistently skip certain sections, consider whether that content is necessary or if it should be restructured.

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Getting Started with Sections

Start organizing your presentations today:
1

Audit current presentation

Look at your existing presentation and identify natural topic groupings.
2

Sketch section structure

Write down 5-8 main topics that cover your content.
3

Create sections

Add sections to your presentation with clear, descriptive names.
4

Assign slides

Move slides into their appropriate sections.
5

Test navigation

Walk through the presentation using section navigation to ensure it flows well.
6

Get feedback

Have someone unfamiliar with the project try navigating by sections.

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The Power of Sections

Well-organized sections transform your presentations:
  • For presenters: Professional, organized, adaptable presentations
  • For users: Intuitive navigation, focused content, better experience
  • For everyone: Clear structure, efficient communication, better outcomes
Sections are a simple feature with a big impact on how your presentations are experienced and understood.
Ready to improve your presentation structure? Start by organizing your next presentation into clear, logical sections and see how much easier it becomes to navigate and present.