you could use copy and paste, SmartArt, a template, or an add-in.
SmartArt objects are configurable graphics that you set up in a point-and-click fashion.
To use a SmartArt graphic for a timeline:
Go toInsert.
In the dialog box that appears, browse for the SmartArt graphic pop in that best suits your need.
Items in theProcesscategory are good options.
For example, chooseBasic TimelineorVertical Chevron Listto get started on your timeline.
SelectOKto insert the SmartArt into your presentation.
The SmartArt graphic appears on the slide along with a text pane where you’ll edit the text.
Add text to the objects by editing the bullets in the text pane.
Continue to decorate your SmartArt by changing the colors, choosing a different style, and reordering elements.
PowerPoint Online doesn’t contain as many SmartArt graphics formats as the desktop version of PowerPoint.
The ones mentioned in this article are available.
ThePPTX filepictured above is available from theMicrosoft Office Template Gallery.
This method is a bit more hands-on, but it allows you to get the exact results you want.
Templates in PPTX format are compatible with all versions of PowerPoint.
Double-nudge the .EXE file to start the installation.
Once installed, a newOffice Timeline Freetab is added to Powerpoint.
The Office Timeline Add-In is only available for Windows versions of PowerPoint.
However, there’s alsoPincello, a web-based tool that outputs timelines in PowerPoint format.
