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Google Slides

Cloud-based presentation software with real-time team collaboration.

From the Xiry library · Updated 3 October 2026

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Google Slides is a web-based presentation builder integrated into Google Workspace. It lets you create, edit, and deliver slide decks directly in your browser with real-time multiplayer editing and version history. It serves as a free, accessible alternative to Microsoft PowerPoint.

What it's for

  • Build pitch decks and slide presentations directly in the browser
  • Collaborate on presentation decks simultaneously with team members
  • Present slideshows virtually via Google Meet or in person using speaker notes
  • Import, edit, and export Microsoft PowerPoint (.pptx) files

Features

  • Real-time multiplayer co-authoring and commenting
  • Extensive library of presentation templates and themes
  • Revision history to track and restore past slide changes
  • Direct integration with Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Meet
  • Support for importing and exporting .pptx, PDF, and image formats
  • Speaker notes, audience Q&A tools, and presenter view

Pricing

Freemium. Free for personal Google accounts; paid Google Workspace plans start at $6/user/month

Details

Type
Web app
Category
Productivity
Topic
Presentations
Open source
No
Platforms
Web, iOS, Android
For
Students, educators, professionals, and teams needing an accessible, collaborative presentation tool.
Alternative to
Microsoft PowerPoint, Apple Keynote, Canva
Tags
presentations, slides, collaboration, google workspace, productivity

Why it was saved

  • @futurewalt.ai, 20 March 2025: A free, collaborative web-based alternative to Microsoft PowerPoint.

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