Mix executable files with presentations

[Eduardo]

I have 3 executables created by Adobe Captivate that I want to insert in a
kiosk type slide show that will run unatended. I tried using a link to them
but they have to be clicked to start.
I also tried a bat file that starts pps (that are parts of the original
presentation) and the executables but the first pps loops when I define them
as kiosk or stops at the black screen select Presented by a speaker

 

[Bill Dilworth]

Generally, this behavior is considered a HUGE security risk. You ship an
innocent looking PowerPoint file to someone and it fires off some unwanted
software. Granted, this is not the purpose you intent it for, but you can
see how something like this would be exploited but less honorable people.

What version of PowerPoint are you using? If you are using 2002 or newer,
there is a "Loop until Esc" option on the SlideShow setup dialog that may do
what you want.


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[Eduardo]

I understand the security risk and agree with the solution. So my only choice
is to finish the presentation just after the next slide without the black
screen. How do I do that?

I am running Power Point 2003 SP 2 on Windows XP.