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How to make a slide show
Learn how to make a slide show with photos, videos, music, and custom settings using a slide show maker.
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Discover how to make a slide show with photos, videos, music, and custom settings using a slide show app like PowerPoint.
What is a slide show maker?
To create a slide show, you’ll want to use a slide show maker—or slide show app—which is a software program or online service that enables you create digital slide shows with text, photos, videos, music, and other special effects. The full range of slide show features and functionality varies from program to program.
Once you’ve created a slide show, it can be published on the internet or shared with others as a video file. Additionally, you can use slide shows to create dynamic, interactive content on websites.
Slide show software can be used for a variety of purposes, such as creating presentations for work, school, and even your personal life. For instance, slide shows are often used to:
Display photos during an event
Slide shows are a great way to share photos and videos with guests at a wedding, birthday, or other special event.
Create a digital photo album
Some slide shows are created for personal reasons, such as sharing important memories with family or friends.
Highlight products or services
Businesses can use slide shows to showcase their products, promote special offers and sales, or pitch their services to potential clients.
Enhance teaching, training, and public speaking
Slide shows can also provide helpful visuals in educational settings, classroom presentations, and public speaking forums.
What you need to make a slide show
When it comes to creating a slide show, there are a few things you'll need to get started. First and foremost, you'll need a device equipped with presentation software or access to an online slide show app. Secondly, you’ll need a way to display your slide show, which usually means connecting your device to a projector or big screen TV. Beyond that, you’ll need some visual aids and other media to bring your slide show to life.
Explore each of these slide show requirements in more detail:
Devices and equipment —To create a slide show, you’ll use a computer or other device—such as a tablet or mobile phone—with PowerPoint or a similar program installed. You will also need a way to project the slides onto a screen or wall. This can be done with a projector, but if you don't have one available, you can use your TV or computer monitor. Simply connect your device to the TV or monitor using an HDMI cable and select the correct input. Your slides will now be projected onto the screen.
Media —Of course, creating a slide show requires media that adds visual and even audio elements to your presentation. This can be anything from photos and videos to music and text. You can use search engines to find copyright-free media to use in your slide show.
Another option is to purchase royalty-free stock footage, images, and audio files from online media libraries. This could be a bit more expensive, but it guarantees that you have the legal right to use the media in your presentation.
Finally, you can also use your own videos, images, and even music. While this can be a time-consuming process, it does allow you to create custom content specifically for your slide show.
Slide show creator —To bring your slide show together, you’ll need a slide show creator. The slide show software you choose will depend on your presentation requirements and preferences. There are many slide show makers on the market, with Microsoft PowerPoint being one of the most popular and widely used programs globally.
How to choose a slide show maker
When choosing slide show software, it's important to consider the features and specifications that are most important to you. Some of the questions you might ask when choosing a slide show maker include:
- How easy is the software to use?
- Is the software Mac or PC compatible?
- Can I access and edit my slide show on the cloud?
- What kind of slide shows can be created with the software?
- How many photos and/or videos can be included in a slide show?
- Can text and other elements be added to slide shows?
- Are transitions and effects available for slide shows?
- Is music accompaniment an option?
- What are the options for saving and sharing your slide show?
Building a slide show doesn't have to be difficult. With the right software, you can create an engaging presentation in no time.
Six steps for creating a slide show
1. Plan your slide show
Before getting too deep into your slide show project, it’s a good idea to select and save the photos and videos you want to use. This helps you create a slide show more efficiently and purposefully, ensuring a better outcome.
4. Import media
Start adding photos, videos, and other desired media to your slides. You can upload these from your device or online media libraries. If you planned your slide show in advance, you should have all your media saved in one place.
2. Launch your slide show app
Once you’ve decided on a slide show maker, you’ll want to launch the app from whatever device you’ll be using to create your presentation.
5. Add text, music, and transitions
After you’ve arranged the visuals in your slide show, you can provide additional information and communicate sentiment using custom text, music, and timed slide transitions.
3. Choose your theme
Most slide show software offers a variety of pre-set themes, colors, and designs. You can choose one that best suits your slide show or create a custom theme using the program’s various tools and features.
6. Record, save, and share your slide show
Now you’re ready to record your slide show, which can include a voiceover or Cameo . Once your slide show is complete, you can save it as a video to your device or to the cloud, such as OneDrive . You can access your saved slide show at any time to display at events, use in meetings, share online, or send directly to other people.
How to make a slide show with photos
Adding photos to your slide show is a great way to enliven your presentation and make it more visually interesting. Here are a few different ways you can add photos to your slide show in PowerPoint.
Add photos from your device
Whether you’re using a computer, tablet, phone, or other device, you can use photos that are saved to your device to create your slide show. In PowerPoint, simply select “Insert” then “Pictures” from the program menu, then choose “This Device.” This will open your photo library and allow you to find the photos you want to use. Once you’ve selected the photos that you want to import, just click on the "Insert" button and they will be added to your slide show. If you’re using a pre-made theme, you can also right-click the image in the slide show and select “Change Picture.” Again, you will choose “This Device” to access your photo library. After inserting your photo, you can reposition it on your slide or resize it however you like.
Use stock photos
Another way to add photos in PowerPoint is to follow the same process you would when adding photos from your device, but when prompted to choose your photo source, select “From Stock Images” instead of “This Device.” This will display a library of photos that you can use in your slide show without worrying about copyright infringement. There are thousands of stock images available in most slide show maker programs. Once the library is open, you can explore existing photo categories or use keywords to search for photos that fit your needs.
Explore online photo sources
Online photos are images you can insert into a PowerPoint slide show directly from the internet, as opposed to using those you have saved on your device. This is a convenient option if you don't have photos already prepared for your slide show, or if you can’t find the right kind of photo in the stock image library. However, there are some potential risks associated with using online photos, namely that you must be careful to use royalty-free images so not to infringe on any copyrights. In PowerPoint, there is a filtering option to ensure your search results only show royalty-free photos. Inserting photos from online sources follows the same process as the previous two methods, but this time, you’ll select “From Online Sources.”
How to add videos, music, and text
How to add videos to PowerPoint slide shows
Adding videos to your slide show involves accessing videos from your device, a stock video library, or online video sources—just as you would when adding photos. In this case, however, you’ll navigate to the menu in PowerPoint and select “Insert,” followed by “Media,” then “Video.” Once your video appears on your slide, you can resize or reposition it to fit your presentation needs. You can also set your video to play automatically in the slide show by selecting “Playback” on the menu and choosing “Start Automatically.”
How to add music to PowerPoint slide shows
Much like adding videos, you can add music to individual slides in PowerPoint by navigating to “Insert” on the menu, then “Media,” and finally “Audio.” You can then import music from your device, or you can record your own audio directly in PowerPoint. However, if you want your audio to play across multiple slides in your presentation—for example, as background music for a slide show—you’ll have to take a couple of extra steps. Once you’ve imported your audio file, select “Playback” from the menu and choose the “Play in Background” option. Your music will now play across all slides. You can set one song to loop for the duration of the slide show, or you can add more songs to play continuously throughout the slide show.
How to add text to PowerPoint slide shows
Premade themes in PowerPoint make adding text slide shows easy. On slides that already have templated content, you can simply click on the text and begin editing. In addition to changing what the text says, you can resize, recolor, reposition, and add special effects to the text. Of course, you can also change the font—or style—of the text. Most of this can be done from the “Home” tab on the menu while certain effects, such as shadows, can be found on the “Shape Format” tab. If you’re designing your presentation slides from scratch, or want to create additional text, find “Insert” on the menu, then choose “Text Box” or “Word Art,” depending on your desired text effect.
Discover custom slide show settings
Add even more effects to your PowerPoint slide show with custom settings like timing, transitions, and looping.
Set slide show timing
Adding timing to your slide show is a great way to control the pacing and flow of your presentation. To add timing in PowerPoint, go to the "Transitions" tab on the menu and find the "Advance Slide" area. Make sure the box next to “After:” is checked, then input the amount of time you’d like each slide to appear on-screen. The slides will automatically advance, creating a movie-like effect that’s great for events and special occasions.
Create slide show transitions
Now that you’ve added automatic timing to your slide show, you can make it more visually appealing by creating slide transitions. Transitions are special effects that allow you to animate the way your slides change from one to the next, and there are a variety of different transitions in PowerPoint that you can choose from. You can add these transitions to your slide show from the "Transitions” tab. From there, you’ll select the transition you want to add. To preview the transition, simply click on it. You can click “Apply To All” to automatically add the same transition to every slide in your slide show, or you can manually add different transitions to different slides.
Loop your slide show
If you want your slide show to play continuously until you choose to turn it off, you can set your PowerPoint presentation to loop. This will ensure your slide show automatically starts over from the beginning once it reaches the end. To get started, navigate to the “Slide Show” tab on the menu and select “Set Up Slide Show.” When the settings window opens, check the box next to “Loop continuously until ‘ESC’” and then click “OK.” When you’re ready to turn your slide show off, simply press the Esc key on your keyboard.
Slide show template and theme tips
Search themes and templates online.
With numerous slide show themes and templates available, it’s easy to find one that fits your needs.
Customize your design
If you can’t find the perfect theme or template, you can change things like colors and fonts.
Build a custom template
If you want a blueprint to use with future slide shows, you can create your own template.
Add new slides
If you need more slides, you can choose a specific layout and your theme will be carried over.
Edit your slide layouts
Even when using a theme or template, you can rearrange slide content to highlight key information.
Add photos, videos, and text
Themes and templates make adding media easy since most slides have designated content areas.
Change or resize your fonts
If your theme’s font is too small, you can resize it or choose a new font to make it easy to read.
Reorder your slide show
Some themes and templates have a predefined sequence, but you can reorder slides to meet your needs.
Create your own slide show
Slide shows are a great way to engage your audience and present important information. Whether you're creating a slide show for personal or professional reasons, slide shows are an essential tool for anyone who wants to share information in a visually appealing manner.
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What options are available to create a slide show?
Slide show makers come in many forms. Some slide show software can only be used on specific devices, while other slide show creators can be accessed via the cloud from any device at any time.
It’s a good idea to evaluate a variety of slide show makers to ensure that you find one with all the features you need. For instance, some slide show software skews toward business use cases and others toward personal.
Microsoft PowerPoint is a popular slide show app that allows you to save presentations to your device or the cloud, and is widely used for personal, professional, and educational purposes.
Frequently asked questions
What are slide show apps and software.
Slide show apps and software are used to create and share slide shows. Slide show programs are typically used to communicate information, diagrams, plans, or processes. They can also be used to display photos and videos at events or retail stores. Usually, slide show makers have a range of built-in features and layouts, making them easy to use, regardless of technical skill levels.
What should a slide show include?
An effective slide show should be engaging, visually appealing, and informative. To achieve this, you'll want to make sure to include the following elements:
- A catchy headline or title. This will help grab your audience's attention and set the tone for the rest of your presentation.
- A variety of images. Don't just rely on text—incorporate photos, illustrations, or even video to maximize viewership.
- Bullet points or short blocks of text. Keep your slide content concise and easy to digest; too much information will only overwhelm your viewers.
How do I make a picture slide show?
There are a few different ways to make picture slide shows. You can use online programs, or you can create a slide show directly on your computer, phone, tablet, or other device using slide show software. Some programs, such as Microsoft PowerPoint, can be accessed on your personal device and on the cloud.
How long should a slide show be?
The length of your slide show will depend on several factors, such as the topic of your presentation, the audience you're presenting to, and the amount of time you have. That said, slide shows are generally between five and ten minutes long.
How can I make a slide show better?
Here are a few tips to make your slide show more engaging:
- Add images, videos, and music to bring your slide show to life.
- Use a font that is easy to read from a distance.
- Try not to use too many words on each slide.
- Use custom transitions and timing to make your slide show flow.
- Ensure a cohesive slide show by using a theme or template.
- For live presentations, practice with the Speaker Coach feature .
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How to Create a Photo Slideshow with PowerPoint
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With so many fun and accessible ways to take photos, there is no wonder why everyone is so photo-happy these days. As easy as it may be to stock up on photos, it can be a challenge to keep them organized. One great way to keep your photos in a convenient place, that is easy to access when you want to reminisce on special memories, is by uploading them into PowerPoint. By doing this, you can create a slideshow that is a fun-filled way to back up the memories in your life.
Creating Photo Slideshows for PC Computers
- Remember to save your presentation after something that will help you to remember what pictures are in the file. This will help you to locate them later on.
- Select a layout that will accommodate your image, such as a slide with a title box and an image box, a slide with just an image box, or even a blank slide.
- Double-click inside the image box (or go to Insert > Picture > From File ), then browse to the desired image.
- Click "Okay" or "Insert" to add the image. If you don't like the way it looks, select the image and click on "Picture" to change it out for a different one. You can also select the image and hit "Delete" to remove the picture.
- Locate the "Slide Sorter" button near the bottom of the image pane. Then, click and drag the slides to the desired destinations.
- To add music, click on the movies and audio icon located under the "Insert" tab. First, go to "Audio from file", and then, click on "Music" to pull up your music. When you choose the song you want, click on the song, and press "Link to file" before pressing "Insert". [9] X Research source
- You can choose if the song plays for just one slide or the entire presentation by clicking on "Format Audio" next to the "Home" button, and then, clicking on "Play Across Slides" under "Audio Options". [10] X Research source
Creating Photo Slideshows for Mac Computers
- You can scroll through your photos and choose the ones you want to add to your slideshow by double-clicking on them.
- To add music, click on the movies and audio icon located at the top of the PowerPoint screen. Then, click on "Music" and all of your music should appear. When you choose the song you want, drag and drop the file onto one of your slides.
- You can choose if the song plays for just one slide or the entire presentation by clicking on "Format Audio" next to the "Home" button, and then, clicking on "Play Across Slides" under "Audio Options".
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- ↑ https://tsengcollege.csun.edu/sites/default/files/PDFs/forWindows/Slide_Titles_in_Microsoft_PowerPoint.pdf
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- ↑ https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/insert-a-picture-in-powerpoint-5f7368d2-ee94-4b94-a6f2-a663646a07e1
- ↑ https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/add-transitions-between-slides-e89a076e-ed81-404e-9598-021a918fa1ba
- ↑ https://guides.lib.umich.edu/c.php?g=283149&p=1886370
- ↑ https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/play-music-across-multiple-slides-in-your-slide-show-b01ded6a-28c8-473a-971a-6dfa92cc9367
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Save time: Microsoft PowerPoint templates for photos are molds for standard layouts. Why reinvent the wheel? Save time with pre-made photography templates so you can focus on other things instead.
Showcase creativity: Turn a long-term photography project into a creative PowerPoint photo album presented as a slideshow.
How to Search for Free PowerPoint Photo Collage Templates
The most common use of Microsoft PowerPoint with photos is to use it as a photo album. PowerPoint ships with some default photo templates, but you can also use free templates in the Office Online Template & Themes gallery.
Follow these steps in Office 365. It should be similar for other versions of Microsoft Office as well.
- You can tweak your slides further by applying Themes from the Design tab with just a click. A theme is a predefined combination of colors, fonts, and effects. Different themes are suitable for different slide layouts.
Tip: You can pin your favorite templates to the New screen.
The 10 Best PowerPoint Photo Templates
Good presenters know not only what to present but also how to present. These 10 professional photo collage templates do some of the handholding for you.
1. Stay Minimal With the Classic Photo Album
The Classic Photo Album PowerPoint template is a minimal theme suitable for black and white street photography. Use this to create a personal portfolio. Limited to two colors, it doesn't distract from the photos you use the template for.
If you want to go with color, customize the default theme background, colors, number of images, alignment of thumbnails, and more by using the Ribbon.
2. Make a Baby Photo Collage
This PowerPoint photo slideshow template presents your cute baby pictures in a vertical style. You can use a different number of photos in the slides and write down memories associated with the photos.
3. A PowerPoint Collage for Wedding Photos
The elegant Wedding Photo Album is a compilation of 17 slides in different layouts. You will find other wedding album templates in the gallery, but this is an understated photo collage. You can add up to five wedding photos to create a collage. For more choices, search with a "wedding photo album" keyword.
4. Birthday Photo Album Template for Any Age
A common use of collages is to put together a birthday photo album. This PowerPoint template for birthday photos is easy to adapt to your needs. The 15 deck template also comes with editing instructions if you are a beginner on PowerPoint and need some help.
5. A Stylish Biography Template for Class
Studying the biographies of achievers is required reading in many grade levels. This is not for your photos but for profiling the life of famous men and women in the class. The Biography Presentation template is a well-designed template with space for photos and biographical information. Use each slide to focus on a single aspect of the achiever's life.
6. Escape With a Road Trip Photo Album Template
Just looking at the collage of placeholders for your road trip photos might make you want to take one. This beautiful PowerPoint template has eight slides, so you might need more of them if you bring back lots of memories.
7. Have Fun With a Party Photo Album Template
A fun party can throw up a lot of little moments. Capture them all in a slideshow with this 21-slide PowerPoint template. This photo collage template is colorful to match any fun theme for your party.
8. Remember Someone With a Memorial Album
Use the Floral memorial album template to pay tribute with a PowerPoint slideshow. The eight slides in the template are designed for different photos and one of the slides can even hold eight photos. This presentation design is somber but stylish at the same time.
9. Send a Reunion Reminder With a Family Photo Album
Present a few loving family photos to inspire everyone to start preparing for Thanksgiving and Christmas. The theme of these PowerPoint slides is simple, and you can easily add a few more slides to the default five this deck comes with.
10. Create a Stunning Photo Book
You might feel overwhelmed if someone asked you to put together a quick photo book. But use this subtle yet stylish PowerPoint photo book template to get the job done in no time. The name and the placeholder images might suggest a fashion theme, but you can easily repurpose it for any photos.
Let's Not Forget Office Online
You might not use PowerPoint Online for crafting that killer presentation, but it's still a free alternative to Microsoft Office with plenty of templates.
While most of the online photo templates are crossovers from the Office suite gallery, there are still some exceptions. For example, the Animated picture collection template.
You can always download a template from the online gallery to your desktop. And you can save your presentation to a web location just as easily with OneDrive, then access it from there with Office 365.
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Google Slides: How to add GIFs and stickers to your presentation
G oogle Slides helps you make impressive presentations with its diverse template library, collaboration options, and seamless integration with Google apps. You can use it on your Android phone, iPhone, desktop PC, laptop, or affordable Chromebook . Your audience might lose interest if your slides appear uninspired. Break the monotony by including an occasional GIF or sticker. This tutorial shows you how to add GIFs and stickers to Google Slides.
When to add GIFs and stickers to Google Slides
A GIF (Graphics Interchange Format) is an image file that uses a series of pictures to create an animated sequence. It's like a video without sound and is typically used to express reactions or make memes.
If you think your presentation might cause audience members to nod off to sleep, add a GIF or two to your Google Slides. There's a time and place for humor, so use it sparingly. For instance, a funny Star Wars GIF or sticker will attract your classmates' attention. But it might not fly during a board meeting presentation.
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How to get gifs and stickers for your presentation.
If you can't find a particular GIF or sticker online, go to Giphy or Tenor.com and enter your search term. You can also explore the trending section to find popular GIFs. If you're using a phone, download the Giphy app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. You'll also find other third-party apps for Android and iOS.
How to add GIFs and stickers on desktop
We walk you through three ways of adding GIFs and stickers to Google Slides. The first method adds them from the web, the second accesses GIFs downloaded to your desktop PC, and the third uses a web link.
How to add GIFs and stickers from the web
- Open Google Slides .
- Click Insert from the toolbar.
- Select Image .
- Choose GIFs and stickers .
- Enter your search term.
- Select the GIF or sticker you want to add.
- Click Insert .
- To resize the image, click and drag any corner.
How to add GIFs and stickers saved on your computer
Adding GIFs and stickers from your computer is the easiest way to include them in your slideshow. You must download them to your PC before following these steps.
- Click Upload from computer .
How to add GIFs and stickers via URLs
First, keep your GIF or sticker's URL handy.
- Choose By URL .
- Paste the link.
- Click Insert image .
How to add GIFs and stickers on mobile
The Google Slides mobile app isn't as feature-rich as the desktop version. However, it will do in a pinch. First, download the GIFs or stickers you want on your phone. You can't add them to your presentation via URL.
The following steps work on Android and iOS. We use an Android smartphone in this tutorial, but iPhone users can follow along.
- Open the Google Slides app.
- Tap the plus icon in the upper-right corner.
- Select Image . Close
- Tap From photos .
- Choose a GIF or sticker from your gallery. Close
Why can't I add a GIF or sticker to Google Slides?
There are many reasons why your GIF or sticker might not load correctly despite following the steps listed above.
- Older versions of Google Slides might have issues with GIF playback, so get the latest update.
- GIFs and stickers may not appear as intended if you have poor internet connectivity. To avoid issues, download and add them to your slides instead of using URLs.
- Large GIF files may not work well with Slides. Compress the images or replace them with smaller files.
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How to edit gifs and stickers in google slides.
You can customize GIFs to match the theme of your presentation. You can add a border, crop, resize, and recolor images.
How to crop an image
- Double-click the GIF or sticker.
- Drag the black tabs until the image gets cropped to your preference.
- When you're happy with the final image, press Enter . If you aren't, type Ctrl + Z to undo the changes.
How to use formatting options
Use Google Slides' formatting options to change your GIF or sticker's orientation, size, color, opacity, and brightness.
- Select your GIF or sticker by clicking it.
- Select Format from the toolbar.
- Click Format options .
- Adjust the orientation or size from the Size and Rotation section.
- Change the tone of the image from the Recolor section.
- Customize your image's opacity, brightness, or contrast from the Adjustments section.
How to add a border
- Click the GIF or sticker.
- Select the pencil icon from the menu bar.
- Choose a border color.
- Click the border weight icon to adjust the thickness.
Get your point across with GIFs and stickers
If a picture is worth a thousand words, animated GIFS are worth even more. Pique your audience's interest by adding GIFs and stickers in Google Slides. If you want to make custom GIFs on Android, we have a guide for creating GIFs from stop-motion photos .
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Create accompanying images for your presentation in seconds
Creating a professional presentation using Google Slides takes time and design skills. While the app provides professional pre-designed templates for business, personal, and school use, adding a picture with Google's Gemini AI is an easy way to add visual flair to your slides. This feature is only available on the desktop version of Google Slides. You can access it on all computers, including affordable Chromebooks , ideal for working remotely on a budget. Here's how to use AI to generate images in Google Slides.
How to access Gemini in Google Slides
AI image generation with Gemini isn't available in Google Slides by default. To access Gemini in Google Slides, you need access to one of the following Google AI programs:
- Gemini Enterprise and Gemini Business add-ons for Google Workspace accounts
- Google One AI Premium for personal accounts
- Google Workspace Labs
All Gemini AI features are only available in English but can be accessed worldwide. Google Workspace Labs is free, but access is limited.
The easiest way to access Gemini in Google Slides is a Google One AI Premium subscription for a personal account. This service is free for two months, after which it costs $20 a month. In addition to all Gemini tools and 2TB of Google One storage, you also get other benefits.
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How to use ai to generate images in google slides.
To get started, check that you're signed in to your Google Account, have access to Gemini, and open Google Slides.
- Enter a prompt in the text box on the right of your screen.
- Wait for Gemini to generate four images based on your prompt. The process usually takes no longer than 20 seconds.
The image can now be edited like any image in Google Slides, including cropping, rotating, and adjusting transparency settings . Click View more to generate another four images (this doesn't remove the ones already generated).
Add feedback by clicking the thumbs-up or thumbs-down icon on each image.
Tips for using AI to generate images in Google Slides
Gemini is a handy tool for adding relevant images quickly to Google Slides. Like any AI image generator, it requires specific prompts to generate the image you want.
Use specific details when creating prompts
Use descriptive words to generate the right image. Think of features you can see or feel. Colors, shapes, texture, and lighting are important elements of an image that you can add to your prompt. For example, "red vase with a rough surface on a windowsill in the morning" is a better prompt than "vase on a windowsill."
Add styles to fine-tune the output
Underneath the text box is the Add a style drop-down menu. Selecting an option from this list generates an image in a style such as a watercolor or sketch.
Check previously generated images
Google Slides saves your generated images in the sidebar for your session. Scroll down to see all the images you generated. These disappear when you refresh or close the page.
Generate beautiful presentations in minutes
Gemini's AI image generation and Google Slides' premade templates let you focus on the presentation's content. Gemini does more than generate images. It powers various features across Google's apps. Try these Gemini tips and tricks for translation, document generation, video analysis, and more.
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