How to Make a Poster

The simplest way to create your poster is by using the recommended software: Microsoft PowerPoint.

First you need to set your desired dimensions
- Our plotter size has two paper lengths for poster printing, 42" and 36". One of your dimension HAS to be set at 42" or 36". Our limits are 48W x 42H, or 48W x 36H, or 42H x 36W, please do not exceed these dimensions.
For PowerPoint 2016
- To change the dimensions of your poster go to Design tab > Page Setup
For PowerPoint 2016
- To change dimensions of your poster go to Design tab > Slide Size > Custom Slide Size

All figures, tables, and charts should be captioned with a thin black border to help them stand out
Use of 3-D tables and charts should be avoided at all costs

Your poster should contain a UNCW logo, please download the image from Printing Services (this prevents pixelation caused by stretching smaller images). Note: If you are not associated with UNCW athletics, you are only permitted to use the "House" logo. We will change or add a logo before printing if it is not the house or if it is pixilated. Please download the TIFF for Windows format (available in S, M, L sizes in teal, navy,or black).

CSURF Logo1	UNCW logos	Honors College only
CSURF Logo2		Honors College- In Depth
		Honors College with UNCW and UNCW seal

For PowerPoint 2010 & 2016
- To insert text, go to the Insert tab > Text box (Tip: Do not overwhelm your poster with text)

Inserting Text box

Click here for more information to help you design an effective poster.

Fill out the Poster Printing request form and email to csurf@uncw.edu. Please give us at least 2 days notice for printing. Some times of the year are particularly busy and sometimes assistants are not immediately available to print.