# Slide Patterns

## 1. Editorial Tech Cover

Use for the opening slide.

- Large title aligned left or slightly off-center.
- Small metadata rail at top or side.
- Subtle grid visible behind the composition.
- One electric blue rule or coordinate marker.
- Optional abstract data module on the opposite side.

## 2. Asymmetric Thesis

Use for the main argument.

- One short thesis statement in large type.
- Three supporting proof points in small structured modules.
- Use blue only on the most important phrase or metric.
- Leave at least one third of the slide open.

## 3. Data Signal

Use for metric-heavy content.

- Large number or label as the hero element.
- Thin axes, tick marks, and direct labels.
- One blue highlight line or bar.
- Add a short insight sentence, not a full paragraph.

## 4. System Map

Use for architecture, platform, or workflow explanations.

- Build as a clean left-to-right or radial system.
- Use hairline connectors.
- Label nodes with short technical nouns.
- Use blue for the active path or bottleneck.

## 5. Editorial Comparison

Use for before/after, old/new, or two operating models.

- Split the canvas unevenly, such as 40/60 or 35/65.
- Use graphite for baseline and blue for future state.
- Avoid heavy table borders.
- Keep rows sparse and highly scannable.

## 6. Timeline Rail

Use for roadmap or sequence.

- Horizontal or vertical rail with small ticks.
- Highlight the current or decisive phase in blue.
- Use short captions and strong spacing.
- Avoid decorative milestone badges.

## 7. Closing Signal

Use for final takeaway.

- One strong closing statement.
- Minimal supporting line.
- Large white space.
- Small electric blue marker or terminal-like coordinate detail.