How to Create a Presentation Using Google Slides

Want to make a slick business presentation without turning to PowerPoint or Keynote? If you’re ready to learn how to create a presentation that will impress your co-workers and supervisors, this is the article for you. We’ll show you the best techniques for Google Slides so you can feel confident presenting your reports to any room!

Step 1: How to Create a Presentation

Once you’ve planned your presentation and downloaded a premium Google Slides presentation template, it’s time to learn how to make a slide. Start by getting your Google Drive open and clicking the New button located in the upper left corner. Next, click the Google Slides button from the drop-down menu. 

After a new presentation opens, select a template, or if you’re using one that’s recommended, you’ll need to upload it to your Google Drive first. Simply drag and place the .PPTX file into the Google Drive browser, then double-tap it. Next, select Open with Google Slides and you’re ready to start working on it. 

Step 2: How to Add Text, Images, and Other Media

When learning how to create a presentation, this is one of the most important parts. Your words will help you tell your story while the images you select will determine how your story will be seen. If you’re working with a template, the slides will typically have text boxes and places to drag and place images or videos. 

To add your own text, select the Text box button, click where you’d like to place the text, then begin typing into the box. Similarly, to insert an image, start by selecting Insert > Image from the main menu and upload an image from your computer or find one online using the built-in box. To add audio, select the Audio option to see how to make a slide with music or sound effects. 

Step 3: Set Your Presentation to Play Automatically (or Loop)

If you want to know how to make a PowerPoint on Google Docs that can be published online, you also may want to set it up to automatically play whenever it’s opened. Luckily, Google Slides has an auto-play option for slideshows that are published online. Just click File > Publish to the web option and choose Start slideshow as soon as the player loads box. 

You can also make your Google slideshow play on loops. This allows your presentation to automatically restart when the presentation comes to the end. Click the Restart the slideshow after the last slide checkbox to the left and you’re good to go. 

Step 4: Alter the Look and Feel of Your Presentation

You can always change the look and feel of a presentation even if you’re using a template. What is Google Slides used for if not to share your creative expression? Google’s organization, creativity, and innovative techniques are some of the major differences between G Suite vs Office 365. 

Making changes to your presentation theme allows you to access different master slides and layouts. You’ll be able to change the color or font of the text on any slide. Then you can further adjust your presentation however you need to. 

Step 5: Saving, Restoring or Exporting Your Presentation

With Google Slides, you can save your slideshow very easily. Your presentation automatically exists in the cloud so changes are automatically saved as you work. However, Google slides also stores previous versions of your presentation — click on File > Version History > See Version History on the main menu. 

Get Going on Your Google Slides Today

Now that you’ve seen the simple steps on how to create a presentation, what are you waiting for? It doesn’t matter what template you choose, it’s easy to get it set up on Google Slides. Get started today!

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