Google Slides Guide

Table of Contents:

• Getting Started with Google Slides
• Creating a New Presentation
• Navigating the Interface
• Adding and Formatting Content
• Adding Transitions and Animations
• Sharing and Collaborating
• Presenting

Google Slides is a presentation program by Google.

Getting Started with Google Slides:

Google Slides Link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/u/0/

Open your browser and log in to your Google account. Click on the Google apps icon in the top right corner:

Select the Google Slides icon from the dropdown menu to access Google Slides.

Creating a New Presentation:

Open Google Slides and click the + Blank option to create a new presentation. Alternatively, you can choose from pre-designed templates to start your presentation:

Navigating the Interface:

• Toolbar: Found at the top, includes options for text formatting, shapes, and other features.
• Side Panel: Located on the left, displays all slides in the presentation for easy navigation.
• Slide Editor: The main workspace where you design and format your slides.
• Themes Panel: On the right side, allows you to choose a theme for your presentation.

Adding and Formatting Content:

1. Adding Slides:
   • Click the plus icon to add a new slide.
   • Select the slide type from the dropdown menu.
2. Choosing a Theme:
   • Select a theme to ensure a consistent design and style across your presentation.
   • Choose a theme from the themes panel on the right.
3. Adding Text:
   • Click on a text box or insert a new one using Insert > Text box.
   • Type your content directly in the text box.
4. Formatting Text:
   • Use the toolbar to change font type, size, color, and alignment.
   • Apply bold, italics, or underline as needed.
5. Inserting Images and Shapes:
   • Go to Insert > Image to upload an image or search the web directly.
   • Use Insert > Shape to add shapes like circles, arrows, or rectangles.

Adding Transitions and Animations:

1. Transitions:
   • Select a slide, then go to Slide > Transition to add a transition effect.
   • Choose the type of transition and adjust the speed.
2. Animations:
   • Select an element on the slide, right-click, and choose Animate.
   • Define the animation type, direction, and duration.

Sharing and Collaborating:

• Click the Share button in the top-right corner.
• Enter email addresses of collaborators.
• Adjust permissions:
  • Viewer: Can view but not edit.
  • Commenter: Can view and comment.
  • Editor: Can view, comment, and edit.

Presenting:

• Present Mode: Click the Present button in the top-right corner to display your slides.
• Presenter View:
  • Click the dropdown beside the slideshow button to present in presenter view.
  • Use the presenter view to see notes and control slides while presenting.