Sway

Microsoft Sway is a web-based presentation and storytelling tool that is part of the Microsoft 365 suite licensed to students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee (UWM). It allows users to create visually engaging reports, presentations, newsletters, and web-based content using an intuitive, drag-and-drop interface—without needing advanced design skills. Sway automatically formats content for a polished, responsive layout that can be viewed on any device. It also integrates with other Microsoft 365 applications, enabling users to easily incorporate content from OneDrive, Word, Excel, and other sources. As part of UWM’s Microsoft 365 environment, Microsoft Sway provides a secure, accessible, and user-friendly platform for sharing ideas and information online from any device with an internet connection.

Features

• Interactive Web-Based Presentations – Create visually engaging, web-based presentations that automatically adapt to different screen sizes, making it easy for UWM staff to share content across devices.
• Easy Content Creation and Design – Build professional-looking reports, newsletters, or presentations quickly using built-in design features that automatically format and enhance content.
• Multimedia Integration – Embed images, videos, audio, and documents to create rich, interactive storytelling experiences for campus communications and training materials.
• Simple Sharing and Collaboration – Share Sways via link with colleagues, students, or external audiences, enabling easy distribution of information without requiring downloads.
• Integration with Microsoft 365 – Incorporate content from OneDrive, SharePoint, and other Microsoft 365 apps, helping UWM staff reuse existing resources efficiently.
• Accessibility and Mobile Optimization – Ensure content is accessible and easy to view on any device, supporting inclusive communication for diverse audiences at UWM.