Layout Pattern
Pros / Cons
Two-column trade-off analysis. Transparent way to present an option without pretending it has no downsides.
How to Use It
Pros/cons slides build credibility by admitting the downsides. Use two balanced columns, color-coded (green+/red-) with 3-5 items each. Keep items parallel in structure ("Fast to implement" vs. "Requires vendor buy-in"). Always conclude with a recommendation slide immediately after - never leave an audience hanging on the trade-off without telling them what you would do.
Content Zones
Related Layouts
Similar OPF layout slugs with matching content types, spatial patterns, or presentation use cases.
Data Analysis
Comparison
Side-by-side evaluation of two options, products, or states. Makes differences and advantages visually obvious.
/layouts/comparison
Data Analysis
Feature Comparison Matrix
Rows of features vs. columns of options with check/X marks. The no-argument way to show what wins on paper.
/layouts/feature-comparison-matrix
Data Analysis
Stats & Metrics
Large numbers with context. Highlight 2-4 key performance indicators that tell your story in seconds.
/layouts/stats-metrics
Content Text
Two Column
Content split into two equal columns for comparing concepts or showing related information side by side.
/layouts/two-column
Data Analysis
Dashboard
Multiple small charts in a grid for an at-a-glance overview. Bird's-eye view of a business or function.
/layouts/dashboard
Data Analysis
Data Visualization
Clean charts and graphs with supporting text. Present complex data in digestible formats.
/layouts/data-visualization
OPF Config
layouts:pros-cons{
"$schema": "https://openpresentation.org/schema/opf/v1",
"name": "PPTX.gallery — layouts/pros-cons",
"tags": [
"gallery:layouts/pros-cons"
],
"slides": [
{
"id": "gallery-preview-1",
"layout": "pros-cons",
"title": "Layout preview",
"subtitle": "Reference layout for the OPF \"pros-cons\" preset."
}
]
}Preview this config live at pptx.dev/playground.