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49 Best Manuscript-Themed Templates
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CrystalGraphics creates templates designed to make even average presentations look incredible. Below you’ll see thumbnail sized previews of the title slides of a few of our 49 best manuscript templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides. The text you’ll see in in those slides is just example text. The manuscript-related image or video you’ll see in the background of each title slide is designed to help you set the stage for your manuscript-related topics and it is included with that template. In addition to the title slides, each of our templates comes with 17 additional slide layouts that you can use to create an unlimited number of presentation slides with your own added text and images. And every template is available in both widescreen and standard formats. With over 6 million presentation templates available for you to choose from, CrystalGraphics is the award-winning provider of the world’s largest collection of templates for PowerPoint and Google Slides. So, take your time and look around. You’ll like what you see! Whether you want 1 great template or an ongoing subscription, we've got affordable purchasing options and 24/7 download access to fit your needs. Thanks to our unbeatable combination of quality, selection and unique customization options, CrystalGraphics is the company you can count on for your presentation enhancement needs. Just ask any of our thousands of satisfied customers from virtually every leading company around the world. They love our products. We think you will, too!

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Presentation with manuscript - Cool new PPT theme with conceptual old vintage paper backdrop and a lemonade colored foreground

Concept Conceptual Old Vintage Paper

The art of creating timeless designs that evoke a sense of nostalgia and elegance. The Wide Title template from CrystalGraphics is the perfect starting point for any project that requires a vintage vibe. This stunning Widescreen design features high resolution images for the background, carefully selected to create an immersive atmosphere. The palette of wheat tones adds warmth and depth, while the parchment and scrapbook keywords evoke a sense of aged paper and texture. Featuring subtle crumpled and empty elements, this template is perfect for creating a distressed look that adds interest to your design. The template's compatibility with Google Slides makes it an ideal choice for those looking to create professional looking presentations on the go. With its crisp white background and high resolution images, this template is sure to enhance any presentation or project with its unique blend of vintage charm and modern functionality. From a content layout perspective, the template's 1 Picture on left feature adds a touch of authenticity to your design, while the Featured image on right provides a clean contrast. Having a theme of showcasing various textures and materials, this template is perfect for projects that require showcasing different types of paper or materials. This template can be used as a starting point for creating stunning scrapbook style presentations, featuring images of antique books, vintage postcards, or other unique material designs. With its compatibility with Google Slides, you can easily incorporate high resolution images and add interactive elements to enhance your presentation. Having a theme of showcasing various textures and materials, this template is perfect for projects that require creating visually appealing and engaging content. The 4 How To slides at the start of the deck will provide valuable guidance on how to get up and running quickly with this stunning template, from downloading and installing it to customizing its features and enhancing its look. With its unique blend of vintage charm and modern functionality, this Wide Title template is sure to impress and leave a lasting impression on your audience.

Presentation with manuscript - Beautiful PPT theme featuring manuscript - antique paper book open pages backdrop and a coral colored foreground

Antique Paper Book Open Pages

In the realm of educational visuals, few templates can rival the allure of a vintage leather bound book, its worn pages and delicate gold filigree a testament to the passage of time. The design name "Wide Title" is a fitting tribute to this bygone era, evoking images of a classic study journal or ancient scroll. This template, specifically crafted for Google Slides, boasts a stunning Goldenrod color palette that sets it apart from other educational materials. As you glance at its Widescreen format, you'll notice the high resolution images for the background will transport your audience to a world of antiquated charm. The template's design keywords "feather", "parchment", and "symbol" perfectly capture the essence of this bygone era, while the inclusion of keywords like "education" and "cover" clearly convey its purpose. Whether you're looking to enhance an existing presentation or create something entirely new, this template is sure to deliver. In summary, "Wide Title" features a beautifully rendered background image of ancient pages, complete with intricate gold trim and delicate lettering. The Widescreen format allows for seamless inclusion of educational content, making it an ideal choice for teaching assistants, professors, or anyone looking to create engaging visual aids. To further illustrate its capabilities, consider including a Background With feather texture effect in your presentations, as this adds a tactile quality that will surely captivate your audience. As you plan your presentation, don't forget to include the four "How To" slides at the start of your deck, which will guide your audience through the process of getting up and running quickly. These slides can be customized to fit your specific needs, ensuring they are both informative and visually appealing. By including a Background With parchment texture effect on these slides, you'll create an immersive experience that sets your presentation apart from others in the crowd. To make it even more engaging, enhance your visuals with background images or animations featuring elements like quill pens, ink stains, or ornate borders. This will not only add depth to your presentation but also evoke a sense of nostalgia and wonder in your audience. With "Wide Title", you'll be able to create a truly immersive experience that will leave a lasting impression on your viewers.

Presentation with manuscript - Cool new presentation with writing - monk chronicler writes an ancient backdrop and a wine colored foreground

Monk Chronicler Writes Ancient Manuscript

The art of creating a mesmerizing presentation begins with a single sentence that sets the tone. As you gaze upon the pages of an ancient manuscript, the intricate details and worn leather bindings evoke a sense of history and authenticity, a feeling that your presentation will transport your audience to a bygone era. With a name that echoes the grandeur of medieval times, Wide Title is designed to dominate any screen with its imposing presence. This Widescreen template features high resolution images of parchment like backgrounds, creating an immersive atmosphere that draws the viewer in. The Saddle Brown color palette adds warmth and depth, evoking the feeling of aged books and dusty archives. This template is perfect for showcasing intricate designs, such as feathers or candlesticks, which can be featured prominently in a variety of slides. With having a theme of "Growth" incorporated into its design, Wide Title enhances with each iteration, reflecting the dynamic journey of your presentation from start to finish. Featuring an additional 4 How To slides at the beginning of the deck helps users get up and running quickly, making it easier for them to build upon this foundation. These slides can include information on how to use the template's various features, such as Including a Background With a serene landscape or Having a Theme of "Monk" with its bearded characters adding an air of mysticism. Each slide is carefully designed to enhance the overall user experience, making your presentation stand out from the crowd and leaving a lasting impression on your audience.

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Monk Chronicler Writes Ancient Manuscript

In the realm of digital creativity, where imagination knows no bounds and artistry reigns supreme, there's a template waiting to be unleashed. Corner Title is the perfect starting point for any project that demands attention, sophistication, and an air of mystery. This Widescreen template is specifically designed to evoke a sense of ancient manuscripts, dusty tomes, and forgotten lore, with its rich Saddle Brown color palette that transports you to a world of nostalgia. The template's design name reads like a character in an epic fantasy novel it whispers secrets of the past as it unfolds. Featuring intricate parchment textures, delicate flourishes, and subtle candlestick inspired details, Corner Title is sure to captivate your audience with its warm, inviting atmosphere. Including a Background With soft focus effect, you can enhance the overall look by adding layers of depth to your presentation. Having a Theme of storytelling, this template will transport you to a world where words take on lives of their own, and tales are spun with every click of the mouse. As you delve into its features, you'll discover that Corner Title is not just a simple PDF it's an invitation to explore high resolution images, each one meticulously crafted to bring your project to life. To get started quickly, four How To slides will guide you through the process, helping you harness the power of this template and unlock its full potential. Table of Contents slide: This page provides a quick snapshot of what's in store for your presentation, listing all the key features and benefits of Corner Title. It serves as an introduction to your journey, setting the stage for the wonders that await. As you begin exploring Corner Title, imagine yourself standing before an ancient manuscript, its leather bound pages crackling with age and mystery. Featuring intricate illustrations and ornate lettering, this Widescreen template is sure to transport your audience to a world of wonder and enchantment. Having a Theme of storytelling, it invites you to embark on a journey through the realms of history, literature, and imagination.

Presentation with manuscript - Theme consisting of conceptual old vintage paper background and a yellow colored foreground

Concept Conceptual Old Vintage Paper

Imagine stepping into a world where parchment paper meets ancient beauty, where education and elegance converge, and where the past comes alive in a digital format. Wide Title is a breathtaking template that sets the tone for a captivating presentation, featuring high resolution images of vintage maps, watercolor illustrations, and distressed textures to create an immersive experience. The Burly Wood Colored color palette adds warmth and depth to the design, while the 4 How To slides at the start of the deck will help you get up and running quickly. The template is downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, allowing you to showcase your creativity and share it with others. As an inspiration for your presentation, we'll take a look at some of the vintage paper backgrounds that can serve as a starting point for your design. The simple yet elegant frame made from parchment style artwork will add a touch of sophistication, making your content truly beautiful. For instance, featuring a combination of hand drawn illustrations and photographic elements can create an engaging and interesting layout. The Content Layout slide could include several key elements such as the title of your presentation, the keywords you've chosen (parchment, education, beauty), and some background images that complement each other to enhance the overall aesthetic. This template is perfect for those who want to convey a sense of tradition, quality, and expertise through their digital content. With its unique blend of vintage and modern elements, Wide Title is sure to grab attention and leave a lasting impression on your audience.

Presentation with manuscript - Slides enhanced with bible scroll - old slavic manuscript background and a coral colored foreground

Old Slavic Manuscript

The pages of a long forgotten manuscript are slowly turning to parchment, their yellowed edges crackling with the weight of years. As you open the cover, a warm glow spills out, illuminating the intricate illustrations that dance across its surface. The traditional design, featuring golden lettering and elaborate borders, is a far cry from the digital interfaces we're used to in today's fast paced world. The background images are stunning, with high resolution photos of ancient texts and relics, set against a warm tan color palette that evokes the feeling of aged parchment. Whether you're featuring this template for a historical reenactment or an art project, it has the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern functionality. For those just starting out on your creative journey, don't worry if you're not tech savvy our High Resolution Images feature will ensure that your presentation looks amazing whether you create it yourself or use it as a guide. By including a Background With the traditional design elements and having a Theme of showcasing the beauty of old manuscripts, this template has everything you need to turn your ideas into stunning visuals. And with its compatibility for Google Slides, you can easily share and collaborate on your work with others. The Who We Are Bio Layout slide is a great place to start, featuring a simple and easy to use design that sets the tone for the rest of the presentation. As an example, you could use this template to create a stunning project proposal, showcasing a beautifully illustrated manuscript page or two in all their glory.

Presentation with manuscript - Colorful slide set enhanced with folios of old manuscripts backdrop and a tawny brown colored foreground

Folios Old Manuscripts Library Matho

Slide set enhanced with folios of old manuscripts in library of matho gompa tibetan buddhist monastery in ladakh india backdrop

Presentation with manuscript - Theme having spanish books - old clock on a manuscript background and a tawny brown colored foreground

Old Clock Manuscript Book

Theme having old clock on a manuscript book background

Presentation with manuscript - Cool new slide set with manuscript - old paper texture background backdrop and a cream colored foreground

Old Paper Texture Background

In the realm of design, there's no shortage of templates that can transport you to a world of creativity and tranquility. One such template is Wide Title, a stunning Widescreen masterpiece that exudes warmth and sophistication. With its wheat inspired color palette, this template takes inspiration from the vintage parchment textures that evoke memories of old books and handwritten notes. As you delve into the depths of this template, you'll discover a treasure trove of features that will elevate your presentation to new heights. Featuring high resolution images for a visually stunning background, Wide Title is an exemplary Widescreen template that's sure to impress. Including a Background With a subtle yellow glow, this template adds a touch of sophistication and elegance to any presentation. Having a Theme of Minimalism, Wide Title strikes the perfect balance between functionality and style. With its wheat inspired color palette, this template becomes a blank canvas waiting for your creativity to take center stage. As you design with it, you'll be able to add your own personal touches and enhance the overall look with included colors. Whether you're looking to create a professional, yet approachable presentation or something more artistic, Wide Title is the perfect companion. The template's versatility knows no bounds; its compatibility with Google Slides ensures seamless integration into any digital platform. You can start creating quickly, as the four How To slides at the beginning of the deck will guide you through the process. From setting up your presentation to customizing your design, these steps will help you get up and running in no time.

Presentation with manuscript - Amazing PPT theme having vintage bible with bookmark backdrop and a tawny brown colored foreground

Vintage Bible Bookmark Aged Pages

PPT theme having vintage bible with bookmark on aged pages of manuscript non-legible writing with opened antique reference in background macro with shallow dof backdrop

Presentation with manuscript - Cool new presentation theme with folios of old manuscripts backdrop and a tawny brown colored foreground

Folios Old Manuscripts Library Thiksey

Presentation theme with folios of old manuscripts in library of thiksey gompa tibetan buddhist monastery ladakh india

Presentation with manuscript - Slide set featuring manuscript - vintage paper texture or background background and a lemonade colored foreground

Vintage Paper Texture Background High

Slide set featuring vintage paper texture or background in high resolution

Presentation with manuscript - Beautiful slides featuring conceptual old vintage paper backdrop and a soft green colored foreground

Concept Conceptual Old Vintage Paper

Slides featuring concept or conceptual old vintage paper backgrounds set or collection isolated on white ideal for antique grunge texture retro aged ancient dirty frame manuscript or material designs

Presentation with manuscript - PPT theme enhanced with writing - monk chronicler writes an ancient background and a tawny brown colored foreground

Monk Chronicler Writes Ancient Manuscript

As you begin your creative journey with Corner Title, imagine yourself as a meticulous monk chronicler writing an ancient manuscript, pouring over parchment and carefully inscribing each line by hand. The Saddle Brown color palette sets the tone for a warm and inviting atmosphere, reminiscent of a well worn leather bound book. With 4 How To slides to get you started quickly, Corner Title is designed to guide you through the process with ease. From creating a blank canvas for your presentation's design to showcasing how to steps that will take your audience on a journey from concept to completion, this template has got you covered. The Saddle Brown color palette provides a rich and earthy backdrop for featuring stunning high resolution images throughout. The template's Widescreen format is perfect for displaying visuals that stretch the viewer's imagination, while the Social Media Concept Layout slide lets you visualize your presentation's design before it hits the screen. Having a theme of showcasing how to steps, this layout provides a clear visual representation of what to expect from each section. The candlestick and bearded elements add a touch of whimsy, giving the template an enhanced feel that is sure to delight.

Presentation with manuscript - Colorful presentation theme enhanced with old slavic manuscript backdrop and a coral colored foreground

Old Slavic Manuscript

The moment you click on the Wide Title template from CrystalGraphics, you're transported to a world of mystique and wonder. Imagine yourself standing in front of an ancient Slavic manuscript, its worn leather pages crackling with secrets as you delve into the magic that lies within. The design name "Wide Title" is a fitting moniker for this stunning template, which features a rich tan color palette that evokes the warmth and sophistication of a bygone era. The Widescreen format ensures that your presentation looks breathtakingly clear on any screen, whether it's a laptop or a projector. And with its high resolution images for the background, you'll be able to showcase stunning visuals that will leave your audience in awe. The template is downloadable and compatible with Google Slides, making it easy to import into your favorite presentation software. The tan color palette is a masterstroke, featuring warm tones of golden brown, rich beige, and deep crimson that create a sense of depth and dimensionality. It's the perfect backdrop for the magic that unfolds on screen. The template keywords "magic", "parchment", "symbol", "mail", and "signature" are all woven throughout the design, adding an extra layer of meaning and context to your presentation. The high resolution images used in the background will transport you to a world of wonder, where ancient secrets await discovery. And with its theme of "old world mystique", this template is sure to captivate your audience's imagination. Featuring a beautiful parchment like texture, including a Background With a subtle gradient effect that adds depth and dimensionality, having a Theme of Enhanced With a touch of gold accents that add a sense of luxury and sophistication, this template is the perfect choice for anyone looking to create

Presentation with manuscript - Beautiful PPT layouts featuring up shot on an old backdrop and a soft green colored foreground

Close-up Shot Old Manuscript Written

In the world of design, there's nothing quite like immersing yourself in a richly textured environment that transports you to another era. Imagine yourself surrounded by high resolution images of vintage manuscripts, their worn pages crackling with age as they whisper stories of the past. To evoke this feeling on your audience is to transport them to an atmosphere where nostalgia meets sophistication. The Wide Title design, part of our Peach Puff Colored template, takes inspiration from the intricate details found in old manuscripts. Featuring a distressed texture that adds depth and dimensionality to any presentation, this template seamlessly blends faded hues with modern elements. Including a Background With subtle gradient effects that will bring out the richness of your chosen colors, and having a Theme Of enhancing your content with a classic aesthetic. The result is a visually stunning template that exudes elegance. The Wide Title template is part of our Widescreen format, ideal for showcasing large images or graphics. Its 16:9 aspect ratio ensures an immersive experience that's perfect for presentations, reports, or any other document. To showcase the Full Layout, take a look at the Org Chart Layout slide included in this tutorial. Designed to help you visualize your organization structure with ease, this slide provides a clear breakdown of your team's roles and responsibilities. Enhance your presentation with the knowledge that you're part of a well structured organization. With its 4 x 4 Organ Chart Layout template available for download and compatibility with Google Slides, you'll be able to create professional looking presentations quickly. This template is perfect for business professionals who need to effectively communicate complex ideas to their audience.

Presentation with manuscript - PPT layouts with page border - concept conceptual old vintage brown background and a coral colored foreground

Concept Conceptual Old Vintage Brown

PPT layouts with concept conceptual old vintage brown damaged paper texture over a wood background as metaphor for aged retro wooden dirty textured manuscript antique parchment book ancient weathered grungy

Presentation with manuscript - Presentation with time frame - vintage old grungy paper background and a lemonade colored foreground

Vintage Old Grungy Paper Over

Presentation with vintage old grungy paper over ancient wood texture background metaphor for aged retro wooden dirty textured manuscript antique parchment book ancient weathered or grungy background

Presentation with manuscript - PPT theme with vintage old grungy paper over ancient wood texture background metaphor for aged retro wooden dirty textured manuscript antique parchment book ancient weathered or grungy background and a tawny brown colored foreground

Vintage Old Grungy Paper Over

PPT theme with vintage old grungy paper over ancient wood texture background metaphor for aged retro wooden dirty textured manuscript antique parchment book ancient weathered or grungy background

Presentation with manuscript - Beautiful PPT theme featuring menu board - vintage old grungy paper backdrop and a gold colored foreground

Vintage Old Grungy Paper Over

A blank slate awaits as you embark on this creative journey with the Sidebar Title PowerPoint template from CrystalGraphics. This iconic design will transport your audience to an ancient, vintage world where parchment and paper meet with the whispers of history. Imagine yourself standing amidst a dusty, old manuscript being carefully opened, revealing the intricate details of a bygone era. The air is thick with the scent of aged wood and the faint hint of aged parchment. This isn't just a static image it's the starting point for your presentation. The goldenrod color palette shines bright, evoking feelings of warmth, sophistication, and nostalgia. It's the perfect backdrop to bring out the essence of beauty and elegance that you want to convey to your audience. The 6 Pictures in Grid Layout slide will showcase these themes beautifully, with each image carefully selected to enhance the overall aesthetic. From a grid layout perspective, let's say this is Featuring the intricate patterns found on ancient manuscripts, Including a Background With weathered wooden textures, Having a Theme of parchment and paper being combined in perfect harmony. The images are high resolution, crisp, and vibrant they will elevate your presentation to new heights. This vintage inspired design is more than just a pretty backdrop; it's an invitation to explore the beauty of old school aesthetics. So, take a step back into the past with Sidebar Title, and unlock the secrets of creating visually stunning presentations that leave a lasting impression on your audience.

Presentation with manuscript - Cool new slide set with concept conceptual old vintage brown damaged paper texture over a wood background as metaphor for aged retro wooden dirty textured manuscript antique parchment book ancient weathered grungy backdrop and a lemonade colored foreground

Concept Conceptual Old Vintage Brown

Slide set with concept conceptual old vintage brown damaged paper texture over a wood background as metaphor for aged retro wooden dirty textured manuscript antique parchment book ancient weathered grungy

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