MORE (application)

MORE was a presentation graphics program and outlining tool developed by Symantec for the Apple Macintosh operating system. Released in 1986, it gained popularity for its ability to create both hierarchical outlines and visually engaging presentations from those outlines.

Functionality

• Outlining: MORE allowed users to structure information in a hierarchical, tree-like format. Users could easily add, delete, move, and collapse topics and subtopics, providing a flexible way to organize thoughts and ideas.

• Presentation Generation: The software could automatically convert outlines into a series of presentation slides. Different outline levels could be mapped to different slide layouts.

• Text and Graphics: MORE supported the inclusion of text, fonts, and basic graphical elements within both the outline and the presentation views.

• Templates and Styles: The application offered pre-designed templates and styles to enhance the visual appeal of presentations. Users could also customize these templates to create their own unique designs.

• Export Options: MORE presentations could be printed or exported in various formats for use with other applications.

History and Significance

MORE was significant for its innovative approach to presentation creation. By starting with an outline, users could focus on the content and structure of their presentation before worrying about the visual design. This workflow helped streamline the presentation development process and improved the clarity and organization of presentations. Although discontinued, MORE influenced later presentation software and solidified the value of outlining as a foundational step in presentation design. Its ease of use and integration of outlining and presentation features made it a popular choice for Macintosh users in the late 1980s and early 1990s.