306 14.3 Designing anD Using Presentation aiDs
I. The following seven editorial symbols are commonly used to change
written text.
A. Use the “pigtail” symbol to delete a letter, a word, or a
phrase.
B. Use a caret (it looks like a housetop) to insert a space, a letter,
new text, or punctuation.
C. Use what look like two sideways parentheses to remove
unwanted space.
D. Use this squiggle line to transpose letters, words, or
phrases.
E. Draw three lines under letters to capitalize
them.
F. Draw a slash through letters to change them to
lowercase.
G. Write the word stet to undo previous editing
marks.II. Three editorial symbols are used to rearrange the format of text.
A. Use brackets to add or remove indents or to correct the
alignment of text.
B. Use backward bracket marks around text that you want
centered on the page.
C. Use a symbol that looks like a backward p to mark the
beginning of a new paragraph.After the speech, the speaker could give each audience member a one-page
handout summarizing these editorial markings.Select the Right Presentation Aid
Because there are so many choices, you might wonder, “How do I decide which
presentation aid to use?” Here are some suggestions:
• Consider your audience. Factors such as audience size dictate the size of the
visual you select. If you have a large audience, do not choose a presenta-
tion aid unless everyone will be able to see it clearly. The age, interests,
and attitudes of your audience also affect your selection of audiovisual
support.
• Consider your speech objective. Don’t select a presentation aid until you have
decided on the purpose of your speech.
• Consider your own skill and experience. Use only equipment with which you
are comfortable or have had practical experience.a
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