Helper
Installation & Requirements
Get the NextNote Helper installed on your PowerPoint machine and the add-in connected to PowerPoint.
System Requirements
| Platform | Requirement |
|---|---|
| macOS | macOS Sonoma 14.0 or later |
| Windows | Windows 10 or later (64-bit) |
| PowerPoint | Microsoft 365 (subscription) on Mac or Windows |
| Network | All machines on the same local network (Wi-Fi or Ethernet). Bonjour/mDNS must not be blocked. |
Before you begin: Make sure PowerPoint is fully closed before installing the add-in. Installing while PowerPoint is open will require a restart.
Downloading the Helper
Download NextNote Helper from the NextNote website. NextNote is completely cross platform.
macOS
Download the DMG file, open, and drag NextNote Helper.app to the Applications folder.
Windows
Download, extract, and copy the NextNote Helper.exe to your applications folder.
Installing the PowerPoint Add-In
1
Close PowerPoint
Ensure PowerPoint is fully closed before proceeding.
2
Launch NextNote Helper
When NextNote Helper is first opened it will check to see if the Add-In is installed. If it can't be detected you will be prompted to install it. On Mac you may be prompted for your administrator password. On Windows the installation is automatic.
Windows only: Bonjour is required and you will be prompted to install this as part of the first run process if it is not already present on your system.
3
Restart PowerPoint
Launch PowerPoint. You will see the NextNote tab in the ribbon. If prompted to enable macros, click Enable.
Uninstalling
To remove the add-in, open the Helper and select Uninstall Add-In with PowerPoint closed. To fully remove the Helper, delete it from your Applications folder (Mac) or Programs Folder (Windows).