GesturePresent is a Windows application that enables users to control presentation slides through hand gestures detected by their webcam. The tool eliminates the need for physical remotes or keyboard inputs, allowing presenters to maintain their flow and engagement with the audience.

The application features simple gestures for next and previous slide control using hand rotation. It includes an optional live camera feed with 'Dev Cam' mode for debugging purposes. GesturePresent performs reliably in low-light conditions and at a distance, and it operates as a lightweight application with optimized detection algorithms without machine learning bloat. A status overlay provides a floating display showing the current detection state.

GesturePresent works by launching the executable file and clicking 'Start' while PowerPoint or other slideshow software is in presentation mode. Users rotate their hand right or left to navigate between slides. The optional camera feed can be toggled on to assist with debugging gesture detection.

The primary benefit is enabling presenters to move through slides hands-free, which is particularly useful for maintaining engagement during remote presentations or when presenting from a distance. Use cases include students presenting from across the room, remote workers enhancing their presentation style, budget-conscious users avoiding expensive clickers, salespeople adding flair to demos, and teachers creating more interactive lessons.

The target audience includes students, remote workers, budget-conscious presenters, salespeople, and teachers. The application requires Windows 10 or 11 and a webcam, with no additional software dependencies mentioned.