In order to record a narration in PowerPoint 2007, you need a soundcard in your computer. A microphone will also be required. Most computers have a built-in microphone. You can use that or attach one to your computer.
Follow these steps to record a narration in PowerPoint 2007 presentation:
1. Open your presentation in which you want to insert a recorded narration.
2. Select the first slide.
3. Click on the Insert tab.
4. Click on the Sound arrow in the Media Clips group.
5. Select and click on Record Sound from the submenu.
6. The Record Sound dialog box will appear. Type in a name you want to give the recording.
7. Click on the Record button.
8. Record your narration for the first slide.
9. When you are done discussing the first slide, click on the Stop button.
10. If you want to listen to your recording, click the Play button. If you are not satisfied with your narration, click on the Cancel button and start by going to Step 4 again.
11. Click on the OK button when you are satisfied.
12. Repeat Steps 2 through 9 for every slide of the presentation.
13. You can check your narration by viewing the presentation as a slide show. Your recorded narration will play with the slide show. A sound object icon appears on the slide.
14. If you want to change the recorded narration for a specific slide, you can just delete the sound object icon and record your narration once more.
