Naming shapes in PowerPoint

[mstuehler]

All,

I'm trying to create an application that loads database-driven content into
an existing Powerpoint document using vbscript or jscript.

Is it possible to "name" a shape (e.g., a text block) in Powerpoint, so that
I can reference it later in vbscript/jscript?

I know that it's possible to use vbscript to CREATE a new shape and name it,
but I'd like to be able to use Powerpoint to build the document itself.

I'd done something like this before in Word using named bookmarks, so I
think it must be possible?

Many thanks in advance!

Cheers,
Matt Stuehler

 

[David M. Marcovitz]

Yes, you can name shapes with VBA. The shapes you name don't have to be
ones that were created with VBA. See, for example, Example 8-7 on my
site:

http://www.loyola.edu/education/PowerfulPowerPoint/

Just click on Examples by Chapter and Chapter 8 to find it.

--David

--
David M. Marcovitz
Director of Graduate Programs in Educational Technology
Loyola College in Maryland
Author of _Powerful PowerPoint for Educators_
http://www.loyola.edu/education/PowerfulPowerPoint/

 

[mstuehler]

David,

Just wanted to that your for your post, and the excellent treasure trove of
info on your site. This answered my question perfectly.

Cheers,
Matt Stuehler

 

[David M. Marcovitz]

Glad I could help.
--David

--
David M. Marcovitz
Director of Graduate Programs in Educational Technology
Loyola College in Maryland
Author of _Powerful PowerPoint for Educators_
http://www.loyola.edu/education/PowerfulPowerPoint/