What aspect of a presentation is managed via the Slide Master view?

The Slide Master view is a powerful feature in presentation software that allows users to manage the overall design and layout of their slides in a consistent manner. When using the Slide Master, any changes made to the master slides will automatically apply to all slides in the presentation that are based on that master. This means that elements such as background design, color schemes, font styles, and positioning of placeholders are uniformly updated, ensuring a cohesive visual theme throughout the entire presentation.

This centralized approach significantly simplifies the editing process, as users do not need to manually adjust each individual slide. Instead, they can make broad design adjustments in one place, thereby enhancing efficiency and maintaining a professional look. Options that focus on individual slide content, such as specific text or images, do not utilize the Slide Master view and require separate editing for each slide. Similarly, transitions and timing relate to how the slides behave during the presentation itself and are not part of the broader design framework managed within the Slide Master.