As a professional journalist and content writer, I understand the importance of creating engaging and informative presentations. Adding videos to your Google Slides can help you capture your audience’s attention and enhance your overall message. In this blog post, I will guide you through 10 easy steps to add a video in Google Slides.
Step 1: Open Your Google Slides Presentation
The first step is to open the Google Slides presentation where you want to add the video. Click on the slide where you want the video to appear.
Step 2: Click on Insert
Next, click on the “Insert” tab in the top menu bar. A dropdown menu will appear.
Step 3: Select Video
From the dropdown menu, select “Video.” A dialog box will pop up, giving you the option to choose a video source.
Step 4: Choose Video Source
You can choose to insert a video from a variety of sources, including Google Drive, YouTube, and a URL. Select the video source that contains the video you want to add to your presentation.
Step 5: Insert Video
Once you have selected the video source, choose the video you want to add and click “Select.” The video will now appear on your slide.
Step 6: Resize and Position the Video
You can resize and position the video on your slide by clicking and dragging the corners of the video box. You can also move the video to a different location on the slide by clicking and dragging it.
Step 7: Adjust Video Playback Settings
Click on the video to reveal the playback options. You can choose to autoplay the video, mute the audio, and loop the video playback. Adjust the settings according to your preferences.
Step 8: Customize Video Playback Options
You can further customize the video playback options by right-clicking on the video and selecting “Video options.” Here, you can adjust the start and end times of the video, as well as the volume and playback style.
Step 9: Preview Your Presentation
Before finalizing your presentation, preview it to ensure that the video plays correctly. Click on the “Present” button at the top right corner of the screen to view your presentation in full screen mode.
Step 10: Save and Share Your Presentation
Once you are satisfied with the video placement and playback, save your presentation. You can then share it with others by clicking on the “Share” button in the top right corner of the screen.
Adding a video to your Google Slides presentation is a simple and effective way to enhance your message and engage your audience. Follow these 10 easy steps to create dynamic and engaging presentations that will leave a lasting impression.
Conclusion
I hope this blog post has been helpful in guiding you through the process of adding a video in Google Slides. Have you tried adding videos to your presentations before? Share your experience in the comments below!