How to insert an audio file in Google Slides
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What is Google Slides and why is it useful for inserting audio files?
- Google Slides is an online presentation tool that allows users to collaboratively create, edit, and share slide presentations.
- It is useful for inserting audio files, as it allows presentations to be enriched with multimedia elements, which makes them more dynamic and interesting.
- Additionally, as it is an online tool, presentations can be accessed from any device with an Internet connection, making them very practical for professional meetings and presentations.
What are the audio file formats supported by Google Slides?
- Google Slides supports the following audio file formats: MP3, WAV, OGG and FLAC.
- To ensure that your audio file is compatible, it is recommended that you convert it to one of these formats before inserting it into your presentation.
How to insert an audio file in Google Slides?
- Open your presentation in Google Slides and select the slide where you want to insert the audio file.
- Click on the “Insert” menu at the top and select “Audio” from the drop-down menu.
- Select the “Upload from computer” option if the audio file is on your device, or “Link to URL” if the file is online.
- Select the audio file you want to insert and click “Select” or paste the file URL online and click “Insert”.
- The audio file will be inserted into the selected slide and you can move and resize it according to your needs.
How to play an audio file in Google Slides?
- To play the audio file during the presentation, click the audio element on the slide.
- A menu will open at the top with playback options. Click “Play” to start playing the audio file.
- You can pause, resume or stop playback at any time during the presentation.
How to adjust playback settings for an audio file in Google Slides?
- To adjust the playback settings of the audio file, click the audio item on the slide.
- A menu will open at the top with playback options. Click the “Settings” icon to open advanced options.
- Here you can select whether the audio file will play automatically when you advance to the slide, or whether it will play when you click on it during the presentation.
- You can also set whether the audio file will loop during the presentation.
Can I edit or delete an audio file in Google Slides?
- To edit or delete an audio file in Google Slides, click the audio element on the slide.
- A menu will open at the top with playback options. Click “Play” to start playing the audio file or the “Delete” icon to remove the audio file from the slide.
- If you want to make changes to the audio file, such as replacing it with another one, you will need to delete the existing file and follow the steps to insert a new audio file.
Can I insert multiple audio files on the same slide in Google Slides?
- Yes, you can insert multiple audio files on the same slide in Google Slides.
- To do so, follow the steps to insert an audio file into the slide, making sure to select the “Upload from computer” or “Link to URL” option depending on the location of the file.
- Repeat this process for each audio file you want to insert into the slide.
How to share a Google Slides presentation with embedded audio files?
- To share a Google Slidespresentation with embedded audio files, click the “Share” button at the top right of the screen.
- Select visibility and permissions options for recipients and copy the shared presentation link or add email addresses.
- Recipients will be able to access the presentation and play the embedded audio files when viewing it.
How to download a Google Slides presentation with inserted audio files?
- To download a Google Slides presentation with embedded audio files, click the “File” menu at the top and select “Download” from the drop-down menu.
- Select the desired download format, such as “Microsoft PowerPoint” or “PDF,” and click “Download.”
- The presentation will be downloaded to your device with the audio files inserted, ready to be played without the need for an Internet connection.
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