How to Insert a Video in Google Slides

Are you looking to add some multimedia elements to your Google Slides presentation? One way to make your presentation more engaging and dynamic is by incorporating videos. In this blog post, we will guide you on how to insert a video in Google Slides.

1. Uploading a Video from Your Computer

The first method to add a video to Google Slides is by uploading a video file from your computer. Follow these steps:

1. Open your Google Slides presentation.
2. Select the slide where you want to insert the video.
3. Click on “Insert” in the top menu bar.
4. Choose “Video” from the dropdown menu.
5. Click on “Upload” and select the video file from your computer.

2. Inserting a Video from Google Drive

If you have your video stored in Google Drive, you can easily insert it into your Google Slides presentation. Here’s how:

1. Open your Google Slides presentation.
2. Select the slide where you want to add the video.
3. Click on “Insert” in the top menu bar.
4. Choose “Video” from the dropdown menu.
5. Select “Google Drive” and choose the video file you want to insert.

3. Embedding a Video from YouTube

Another popular method to add a video to your Google Slides presentation is by embedding a video from YouTube. Follow these steps:

1. Open your Google Slides presentation.
2. Select the slide where you want to embed the video.
3. Click on “Insert” in the top menu bar.
4. Choose “Video” from the dropdown menu.
5. Select “By URL” and paste the YouTube video link.

4. Adjusting Video Settings

After inserting the video into your Google Slides presentation, you can adjust the video settings to suit your needs. Here are some settings you can customize:

• Autoplay: Choose whether the video should start playing automatically when the slide is viewed.
• Start and End Time: Specify the exact time frame you want the video to play.
• Volume: Adjust the volume level of the video.

With these simple steps, you can easily insert a video in Google Slides and enhance your presentation with multimedia content.

Conclusion

Adding videos to your Google Slides presentation can make your content more engaging and impactful. Whether you choose to upload a video from your computer, insert a video from Google Drive, or embed a video from YouTube, the process is straightforward and can elevate the quality of your presentation.

We hope this guide on how to insert a video in Google Slides has been helpful to you. If you have any questions or additional tips to share, feel free to leave a comment below.