How to Add Videos and Photos to Google Slides

Step 1: Open Google Slides Presentation 0:01

• Open your Google Slides presentation.

• Click on the slide where you want to add a video or photo.

Step 2: Insert Image or Video 0:17

• Click on the 'Insert' menu.

• Choose 'Image' to upload from your computer, Google Drive, or by URL.

• For adding a video, select 'Video' from the same menu.

Step 3: Locate Video File 0:30

• If adding a video, browse through your Google Drive or search for a YouTube video.

• You can type in the folder name (e.g., 'first grade') to find your video quickly.

Step 4: Insert Video 0:59

• Click on the desired video and hit 'Insert'.

• Note: Insert a different video for each slide if needed.

Step 5: Set Video Playback Options 1:05

• For automatic presentations, set the video to play automatically.

• For manual presentations, set the video to play on-click.

Step 6: Test the Presentation 1:30

• Click on 'Slideshow' to test the video playback.

Step 7: Adjust Video Settings 1:39

• Click on the video to access settings.

• Options include muting audio and resizing the video.

Step 8: Full-Screen Mode 1:51

• Most videos will automatically play in full-screen mode based on how they were captured.

Cautionary Notes

• Ensure that the video file is compatible with Google Slides.

• Check the internet connection if using YouTube videos to avoid playback issues.

Tips for Efficiency

• Organize your video files in clearly labeled folders for easier access.

• Familiarize yourself with the Google Slides interface to speed up the process.