Simplifying slide design is an art, which has to be learnt. Here are a few very nice articles on how to do it for your charts and data tables. It adds to audience appeal, visual delight, and increase consumability. The GIF presentations are a treat to watch.
- http://darkhorseanalytics.com/blog/data-looks-better-naked/
- http://darkhorseanalytics.com/blog/clear-off-the-table/
Do check out these design quiz for some additional practice tips on the same topic:
- http://www.perceptualedge.com/files/GraphDesignIQ.html