Slide Size and Scaling

This page provides knowledge about the presentation slide sizes supported by the Pitcher Conversion Engine. Pitcher conversion engine supports both 4x3 and 16x9 aspect ratios for presentation files. The aspect ratio is configured based on devices and platforms that are planned to be utilized by users. 

For typical layouts, images are scaled and placed based on the set size format.  However, in the case of more complex layouts, the resolution can interfere when working with tables, master slides or shapes & fill. You may need to scale the original presentation size to meet the device display requirements. Presentations with unfitted page sizes or aspect ratios are possible to have distorted images and/or misplaced text boxes. 

Scaling for iOS

For iOS devices, the conversion system creates optimal resolution sized slides with a 4x3 aspect ratio based on the quality of the presentation. For optimal conversion to iPad form factor, you can adjust the Page Setup in PowerPoint to match the retina display size.  To do so find “Page Setup” in the PowerPoint menu.  Increase Width to 72,25cm and Height to 54,19cm (28.45” to 21.33”).  This equates to a 2048 x 1536 resolution on the iPad. Pitcher Impact iPad differentiates optimal resolution and use the higher resolution image automatically if the device has a retina display.

Scaling for Windows

While iPads are all 4:3 ratio, screen sizes for Windows vary by PC model. The decision on 16:9 Full HD (1920px to 1080px) or 4:3, and optimal resolution may be influenced by deployed hardware. Users can upload defined sized slides to Pitcher Admin to be displayed on Pitcher Impact Windows and Pitcher Connect.