When most people use Motion Path animations, the feature they probably use the least is the locking and unlocking of Motion Paths. That may be because these options are not too well documented. But that’s no reason to ignore this option. Especially, since locking and unlocking Motion Paths can help you create better animations.
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Microsoft Windows
Lock and Unlock Paths for Motion Path Animations in PowerPoint 2016
Lock and Unlock Paths for Motion Path Animations in PowerPoint 2013
Lock and Unlock Paths for Motion Path Animations in PowerPoint 2010
Lock and Unlock Paths for Motion Path Animations in PowerPoint 2007, 2003, and 2002
Apple Mac
Anchor and Unanchor Paths for Motion Path Animations in PowerPoint 2011 for Mac

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