How To Build Your Course Faster and More Efficiently Using States, Slide Layers and Slides

The great thing about rapid e-learning tools like Articulate Storyline is that they make it easy for nearly anyone to create engaging courses. As a result, Community members often ask about the best and most efficient way to build courses.

During the Ask Me Anything (AMA) with Tom Kuhlmann, Nan Boyer asked a greatquestion: How do you know when to use states vs. slide layers?

While I agree with Tom that there is no right answer, I was curious to see what our community had to say about it. I started this discussion which spawned a second discussion about when to use slide layers vs. slides. As always, our community members provided some great insight on how each makes these decisions. Since it’s something I think benefits everyone, I decided to compile the answers into a list of things to consider...