Hand Gesture Controlled Presentation System

Abstract

In the evolving landscape of human-computer interaction, touchless control mechanisms are revolutionizing the way we interact with digital content. This project presents a robust and intelligent Hand-Tracking Based Presentation Control System, engineered using Python, OpenCV, and advanced gesture recognition techniques. The system transforms any standard webcam into a powerful input device, enabling users to seamlessly navigate, annotate, and interact with presentation slides using natural hand gestures. Keyfeatures include gesture-driven slide navigation, real-time annotation in multiple colors, shape drawing (line, rectangle, circle), and dynamic screenshot capture with visual flash feedback. The system incorporates a dual-palette interface—color and shape—accessible via intuitive finger taps, allowing users to switch modes effortlessly. Additionally, a gesture controlled brightness adjustment function enhances visual clarity without manual input. By leveraging the cvzone HandTrackingModule and integrating win32com for PowerPoint interoperability, the application ensures high accuracy and responsiveness. This solution not only eliminates the need for physical clickers or touch interfaces but also enhances the overall presentation experience—making it more engaging, hygienic, and accessible. Designed with scalability and usability in mind, the system is ideal for educational, corporate, and remote communication scenarios, marking a significant step forward in gesture controlled user interfaces.

Introduction

The project presents a hand gesture-controlled presentation system that uses computer vision to enable contactless, intuitive control of presentation slides and tools via real-time hand gestures detected through a standard webcam. This system aims to replace traditional input devices like mice or clickers by allowing users to navigate slides, draw annotations, adjust brightness, capture screenshots, and select shapes or colors through predefined gestures, enhancing user experience and hygiene.

Built using Python and libraries such as OpenCV, MediaPipe, cvzone, and pyautogui, the system detects and tracks hand landmarks to interpret gestures and execute corresponding presentation commands, integrating tightly with PowerPoint for seamless control. This touch-free approach is especially beneficial in professional, educational, and public settings, and improves accessibility for users with mobility challenges.

A literature review highlights that while existing gesture recognition systems focus on limited functionalities or require complex setups, this system uniquely combines a rich set of interactive features in a lightweight, real-time application suitable for diverse real-world scenarios.

The methodology involves video capture, hand landmark detection, gesture recognition through finger position analysis, and mapping gestures to actions with real-time visual feedback, including annotations and UI overlays. The system architecture is modular, supporting smooth integration and usability.

Results demonstrate effective slide navigation, drawing, erasing, and screenshot functions controlled entirely by natural hand gestures, showcasing its potential to transform presentation experiences.

Conclusion

The Hand Gesture Controlled Presentation System offers a modern, touch-free solution for navigating and interacting with presentation slides using intuitive hand gestures. By leveraging computer vision techniques, OpenCV, and hand tracking models, this system eliminates the need for traditional input devices like keyboards, mice, or clickers. The integration of features such as slide navigation, annotation, shape drawing, screenshot capture, and brightness adjustment enhances user experience and engagement, particularly in professional and academic settings. The system is tested for functional reliability, real-time responsiveness, and user-friendliness across various environments. Overall, this project successfully demonstrates the potential of gesture recognition in improving human-computer interaction during presentations. The system can be enhanced by integrating AI-based custom gesture recognition, voice-gesture hybrid control, and support for remote presentations via web or mobile platforms. Future improvements may also include multi-user support, more advanced annotation tools, better performance in varying lighting conditions, and accessibility features to assist differently-abled users.

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Copyright

Copyright © 2025 Vaka Tejaswini, Prof. Kunjam Nageswara Rao. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.