Category
Productivity
Key features
Real time co editing and comments
Version history
Branded domain templates
01 — Overview
What is
Google Slides
Google Slides is a browser based presentation app in Google Workspace for building and presenting slide decks together. Teams edit in real time with comments and version history, apply branded templates, and use Gemini to draft slides and images from their Drive content. Sales and marketing teams use it for pitch decks, proposals and presentations, often presenting directly in Google Meet.
02 — Who it’s for
Ideal Customer Profile
Used by sales, marketing and other teams at businesses of every size, from startups to enterprises on Google Workspace.
03 — Capabilities
Key Features
Real time co editing and comments
Version history
Branded domain templates
Gemini AI slide generation
Presenting from Google Meet
PowerPoint import and editing
05 — Similar tools
Alternatives
06 — FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Google Slides used for?
Google Slides is used to create, edit and present slide decks online, with several people working on the same deck at once.
Who is Google Slides for?
Anyone with a Google Account can use it, and Google Workspace offers business plans for small companies up to large enterprises.
Does Google Slides work with PowerPoint files?
Yes. You can import PowerPoint and Canva presentations and edit PowerPoint files directly without converting them.
Can I extend Google Slides with other tools?
Yes. Add ons from the Google Workspace Marketplace such as Slido and Pear Deck plug in, and developers can build custom integrations with Google's APIs.