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You can only record your presentations in Google Chrome and Edge Browsers. However, you can view, share, and delete recordings from any browser.

Important: This feature may only be available on certain work or school accounts

Record a slideshow

• There's a 30-minute limit to every recording.
• Information about Slides recordings isn't available in Revision History.
• If you exceed your Drive Storage quota, you can’t create more recordings.
• You must have edit access to the slides in order to create a new recording.
• To open your presentation, go to Google Slides .

• To start over, pause and click Re-record .
• To save your recording, pause and click Save to Drive .
• To blur your background, click Turn on camera blur .

Find your recording

• On your computer, go to Google Slides .
• Open the presentation where you created the recording.
• Select your recording from the list that appears.

Tip: Recordings are saved into a My Drive folder called Slides recordings.

Share your recording

Recordings can be shared to collaborators on the document immediately after creation.

• To share your recording, click the title of the recording from the list.
• The video in the full-screen player layout appears.
• Select the user, audience, or URL visibility rules.

Tip : Alternatively, you can share a recording like you would share any file in Drive. Learn how to share files from Google Drive .

Remove a recording

• If you created the recording, you also have the option to move the recording file in Drive to Trash. If the recording in Drive isn't moved to Trash, the recording stays visible in Drive to anyone with access.
• If you didn't create the recording, it's still visible in the creator's Drive and anyone to with access.

Use external device

You can use a microphone or camera that isn't built into your computer, such as a USB-based external camera or wireless earbuds.

To get started, set up your camera or microphone device like you would normally use it with your computer.

• Open your presentation.
• When the recording studio opens, at the bottom toolbar, click Settings .
• If your external microphone or camera is available, it's listed in the dropdown of devices available to use while recording.

Troubleshoot camera & microphone

When you create a Slides recording for the first time, it asks for a series of permissions to use the camera and microphone of your computer.

Tip: Camera and microphone access isn't required to start recording.

If you decide not to grant access to your camera or microphone, you can change it later.

• On your computer, open Chrome.
• chrome://settings/content/microphone
• chrome://settings/content/camera
• Adjust the settings to grant access.

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Simple Ways to Record Audio and Add It to Google Slides

Last Updated: April 27, 2024 Fact Checked

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This article was co-authored by wikiHow staff writer, Darlene Antonelli, MA . Darlene Antonelli is a Technology Writer and Editor for wikiHow. Darlene has experience teaching college courses, writing technology-related articles, and working hands-on in the technology field. She earned an MA in Writing from Rowan University in 2012 and wrote her thesis on online communities and the personalities curated in such communities. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 8,160 times. Learn more...

Do you want to record audio to add to your Google Slides slideshow? Unfortunately, recording audio is not possible with Google Slides, but don't worry! This wikiHow article lists some recording tools that you can use for free and walks you through adding an audio file to Google Slides so it's not hard to do!

Things You Should Know

• Since Google Slides does not record audio, you'll need to use another recording tool and then add your audio to your slideshow.
• Use recording programs like Voice/Sound Recorder on Windows 10/11 and Android, or Voice Memos on iPhone, iPad, and Mac.
• Upload the recording to Google Slides by clicking "Insert > Audio" and selecting your voice recording.

• There are also advanced editing and recording techniques that you can use in this free app.

• To record with Audacity, make sure your mic is selected in the toolbar drop-down menu, then press the red circle icon to begin recording. Press it again to stop recording. Go to File > Export and save your file to your computer.

• Mic Note limits free accounts to 10 minutes of recording time for each note and doesn't allow editing.

• Since Google Slides is a desktop web application, this method will work for both Windows and Mac computers.

• If you're not sure how to save your audio file to Google Drive, you can read How to Add Files to Google Drive Online .

• You'll see a speaker icon on the slide you added the audio to.
• When you're editing your slides, you'll have the option to click Format Options when you have the speaker icon selected; click it to be able to change the default settings for the audio file. You can set the audio to play automatically when the slide appears or make it continuously loop the entire time the slide is on the screen.
• When your Google Slide presentation is in presentation mode, you'll either be able to listen to the audio by clicking the speaker icon or it will start automatically, depending on the options set in "Format Options." [3] X Research source

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• ↑ https://support.apple.com/guide/voice-memos/record-vmaa4b813415/mac
• ↑ https://support.apple.com/guide/iphone/make-a-recording-iph4d2a39a3b/ios
• ↑ https://shakeuplearning.com/blog/how-to-insert-audio-in-google-slides-step-by-step/

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How to do a Voiceover on Google Slides

Google Slides is often used to share presentations online. Sometimes, these presentations can be confusing for the recipient unless there is additional information that can help elaborate each slide. While Google Slides, unlike PowerPoint, does not allow recording a voiceover to narrate your slides, you can insert separately recorded audio files to your slides to generate a narration.

Google Slides Voice-Over Recording

You can record your voice-over recordings and save them to a folder in Google Drive to insert in slides via New > File Upload. Google Slides does not support many audio formats, so make sure your narration is in MP3 or WAV format. Otherwise, the file will not show up when you try to insert it in Google Slides.

We recommend that you keep a naming convention for your files that makes them easy to identify so that you can conveniently incorporate them for relevant slides later on.

It is necessary to ensure that your audio files are not restricted. Select one or more files and select Share via right-click context menu.

Ensure all files are accessible via the link for recipients with at least View Only privileges. This will ensure that your audience is able to play the audio from within the Google Slides file. Otherwise, the audio icon will show a message asking the viewer to request access to the audio file.

How to Narrate Google Slides

Once your audio files have been uploaded to Google Slides, and you have unrestricted the sharing of those files, go to your Google Slides Theme and add audio for each slide via Insert > Audio .

Select the audio file with the narration to insert into the current slide and drag it to place it in the desired location on the slide.

After the audio file has been added, you can click to preview the sound. Furthermore, you can customize audio playback options to play the audio automatically or manually, in a loop, and to stop the audio when the slide changes.

To customize the look of the way your audio icon appears on the slide, see the menus below the Audio playback menu on the right sidebar. Using these options, you can adjust the audio icon’s size, position, and color and add a drop shadow and reflection.

Once your narrations are added to respective slides, you can share your presentation and enable the recipients to listen to the narration on each slide automatically or manually (based on your playback settings).

Audio narrations can only be helpful if they are clear and concise, with good voice quality. If you are struggling with context, you can write a script for each slide and read from it to make your narrative more focused.

Make sure you record your narrations in a place where there isn’t any background noise, or you have a noise cancellation headset to cancel out unwanted sounds in the background. It’s always a good idea to playback and check the voice narrations for sound and contextual clarity.

Since Google Slides supports only MP3 or WAV audio formats, you might need to convert your audio narrations to another format before uploading them to Google Drive. You can also use CloudConvert or other Google Drive-supported apps to make conversions from the cloud.

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How to Add Voiceover Narration on Google Slides

Google Slides is a feature-packed, browser based presentation tool. You might use it to give in-person presentations or share slides from afar. Learn how to do a voiceover on Google Slides  to capture your speaking voice adding thoughts to your presentation.

Voiceovers are useful even if you’re presenting live. Perhaps you've got a co-presenter who can’t attend. When you know how to add voice recording to Google Slides, you can add them in to share their portion of the slide deck. It’s a powerful way to make your presentations more accessible and engaging. Let's learn how, together.

Why Add Voiceovers in Google Slides?

Google Slides is a great tool for building presentations. With global teams working together, it’s a perfect way to collaborate. Google Slides exists fully offline. Users don’t have to install special apps and software to view and edit slide decks.

With the ability to build slides in a web browser, Google Slides is flexible and versatile enough for any project. In moments, you can share slides around the world. But what if you’re saving slides to share later? Maybe your audience can’t join in real time. Or you may want them to refer back to your presentation later. That means that you need to know how to do a voiceover on Google Slides. 

A voiceover on Google Slides helps you add audio narration to your presentation. Why do this? It means that you don’t have to be available to present in real time. Instead, you can record your narration and save it right inside of Google Slides. This way, your audience can play back your slide deck on their own schedule.

How does this boost engagement? Consider what audiences will see if you simply email out a copy of your slides. Sure, they can review content visually.

But they’ll miss out on your narrative delivery - the anecdotes, inflections, and details that you share when speaking. With a voiceover, your audience will get the full impact of your slides anywhere, anytime. This is why learning how to do a voiceover on Google Slides will set your presentation apart.

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How to Do a Voiceover on Google Slides Quickly

We’ve explored the benefits of Google Slides voiceovers. Now, it’s time to learn how to record voice on Google Slides. By doing so, you can capture your Google Slides narration to share with an audience. Let’s get started. 

1. Record Audio in MP3 Format 

Google Slides is part of the larger Google Drive universe of productivity apps. Slides itself doesn’t have the capability to record voiceovers and narration built in. But fortunately, it’s still quite easy to do. While you can’t record in Slides, you can easily add and edit audio to play back during your presentation. 

Google Drive itself is a cloud storage platform that lets you upload and work with files of many types. One of Google Drive’s supported file formats is .mp3 audio. MP3 files are extremely common, and they’re easy to record. Many popular audio recording apps record in MP3 format. As you learn how to record voice on Google Slides, you'll want to be sure that you've got a way to record MP3 audio. 

You really have two options here:

• You can record in MP3 format.
• Or you can use an app like Apple's Voice Memos, which saves in .m4a format. Then, you can convert the recording to MP3 by using a free platform like CloudConvert . 

For this example, we'll use the free app Audacity  to record. It lets you save recordings in MP3 format, saving you the step of having to convert audio to a format that Google Drive and Slides support.

Let’s begin by recording our Google Slides audio. Start by launching your favorite audio recorder , like Audacity.

Be sure to work in a quiet environment. You don’t want background noise that'll distract your audience.

Then, launch your presentation in Google Slides. The way that I like to record is to navigate through my full slide deck in real time. I pretend to be speaking to an audience, working through my slides one by one. In the background, my recording is running. 

To replicate this, be sure you’re recording audio. Then, click through your slides. This way, you can preserve the pace and timing of your presentation. Later, you can sync up your audio to match. Remember to use transition phrases.

For example, as you move to a new topic, try to say something like “ moving to the next slide ” or “ moving forward to our next topic. ” This keeps your audience in step with the slides you’re speaking about. 

When you’re finished, end your recording and save the MP3 copy of your audio. Now, let’s move on and start learning how to add voice recording to Google Slides decks.

2. Upload Audio to Google Drive

With your voiceover recording saved in MP3 format, you now need to bring it to Google’s online apps. Begin by going to Google Drive’s homepage. There, you’ll see a list of files and folders that you already have saved.

To upload your MP3 audio, launch your file browser on your computer. Navigate to your saved audio file. Click on the title and drag it over the open Google Drive window. Drop it into place by releasing your cursor. Google Drive uploads the recording, saving it for use. 

If you prefer a different process for upload, click New > File Upload in Google Drive. Then, repeat the same step of finding your saved recording and clicking on it to upload.

Just like that, you've recorded audio ready for use in Google Slides! 

3. Insert Audio in Google Slides

With your audio uploaded to Google Drive, it’s time to add it to Slides. To get started, launch your presentation in Google Slides. With your slide deck open, go to the first slide in the deck. You can navigate by using the sidebar menu on the left. 

To add audio to your presentation, find the Insert menu at the top of your Google Slides window. Click on it, and you’ll see a dropdown menu appear with a list of options. From here, select the third option from the top: Audio.

Slides launches the Insert Audio menu. By default, you’ll find yourself on the My Drive tab. This shows thumbnails for all audio files that you've saved in your Google Drive account. The recorded narration uploaded in the prior step will be in the top left corner of the gallery.

To insert your audio, click on your recording’s thumbnail. Then, click on the blue Select button in the lower left corner of the Insert Audio menu. Google Slides adds it to your presentation. It’s that easy!

4. Set Playback Settings

When your audio appears in Google Slides, you’ll notice a new sidebar menu opening on the right side of your screen. It’s the Format Options menu, and it’s the control center for audio in Google Slides.

By default, certain settings are specified. But to ensure that playback happens the way you want, you may need to make some adjustments. Begin by opening the Audio Playback section of the Format Options sidebar.

Your first option is to control how audio starts to play. You've got two options here:

• On Click. This means that audio plays only when a viewer presses the Play button. 
• Your other choice is Automatically. 

Think back to how we recorded audio. Since it’s designed to sync up with the full narrative of the slides, Automatically is the best choice here. This way, you can ensure that your audio plays at the time and pace that you had in mind when you recorded it. To specify this, simply click the Automatically bubble to make it the option in use. 

Second, you need to specify whether audio plays across slides. Keep in mind - in this example, we recorded audio for the full presentation. Thus, you’ll want the audio voiceover to continue playing as viewers move from slide to slide. Click on the Stop on Slide Change box to uncheck it. This way, audio plays no matter where someone is in the slide deck. 

This raises a key point: you can add audio for slides one by one . Here, you would add separate MP3 files to each slide in the deck. For them, you would want to use the Stop on Slide Change option to avoid confusing your audience. This is a useful option if you need audio only on selected slides in the deck. 

5. Preview the Narrated Slides

We’ve just learned how to record voice on Google Slides! But there’s one last step. Before sharing with your global audience, it’s a good idea to preview your recorded audio. This lets you ensure that it plays back the way you've got in mind. Plus, you can check to be sure the sound quality is high and easy to listen to.

To preview your audio, go to View > Slideshow in Google Slides. Be sure the audio starts playing automatically on the first slide, as you’ve specified. Then, click through your slides. Notice that the audio plays across each of them, just as designed! 

Just like that, you learned how to add voice over to Google Slides. It’s an easy and powerful way to engage with your audience from anywhere in the world, on their own schedule.

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How to Add Audio to Google Slides: Record Voice Overs, Narration, & More

Last Updated: 11/06/2023

By Scott Winstead

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Google Slides is a versatile tool with more than 800 million monthly users to create presentations, lectures, and more. But as an instructional designer who’s created countless online learning modules, I can tell you that even the best slideshow tool can’t overcome a boring, bland presentation, and a lot of times, that’s exactly what a presentation without audio is.

Audio can be a game-changer for any presentation. It can transform a run-of-the-mill slideshow into a captivating experience. While visuals convey information, audio adds depth, emotion, and impact to your message.

Google Slides does not have audio recording built-in, but the good news is it’s pretty easy to add audio to Google Slides.  You don’t even need any technical skills really. To have a narration with your presentation, you have to create the audio file(s) separately and then upload the file(s) to add audio to your Google Slides. Or alternatively, you can use a screen recording plugin like VEED  that will let capture your presentation on your desktop screen while you speak over it and record the whole thing to share with others.

Don’t worry — it’s easier than you might think. I’m going to show you exactly how to add voice and audio to Google Slides presentations.

Types of Audio You Can Add to Google Slides

Before I get into the step-by-step process of adding audio to a Google Slides presentation, let’s take a second to go over some ideas for the different kinds of audio you might want to consider using in your slideshow. Each type serves a unique purpose and can elevate your presentation in different ways.

Narration: Adding Voiceovers to Slides

Think of narration as your personal guide through the presentation. It’s your voice providing context, explanations, and insights as your audience navigates each slide. Whether you’re delivering a complex technical concept or sharing a heartfelt story, narration humanizes your content.

If you’re adding narration to a Google slideshow, make sure you focus on the following:

• Scripting: Craft a clear, concise script that complements your visuals.
• Tone: Adjust your tone to match the content—be it informative, enthusiastic, or empathetic.
• Practice: Rehearse your narration to ensure a smooth, engaging delivery.
• Recording Tools: Utilize quality recording tools and consider investing in a good microphone for pristine audio.

Background Music: Enhancing the Atmosphere

Background music provides ambiance and sets the mood. It can make your presentation feel dynamic, cinematic, or simply pleasant. The right music can keep your audience engaged and emotionally connected to your content.

Consider the following when adding background music to Google Slides:

• Genre: Choose music that aligns with your presentation’s theme and message.
• Volume: Ensure the music doesn’t overpower your narration or visuals.
• Transitions: Use music strategically during transitions to maintain flow.
• Royalty-Free Sources: Explore royalty-free music libraries for legal and diverse music options.

Sound Effects: Using Audio Cues for Emphasis

Sound effects can be a great tool for adding emphasis and engagement to your presentation. When used correctly (and sparingly), they grab your audience’s attention, highlight key points, or add humor. From subtle chimes to dramatic crescendos, sound effects can punctuate your presentation.

Consider the following when adding sound effects to Google Slides:

• Relevance: Ensure sound effects and audio clips enhance the content and align with your message.
• Timing: Precisely time sound effects for maximum impact, emphasizing key moments.
• Consistency: Maintain a consistent style, tone, and volume level with sound effects throughout your presentation.
• Moderation: Avoid overusing sound effects in your slide deck, as too much can be distracting.

4 Steps to Add Audio & Voice Over to Google Slides

• How to Use Google Slides →
• Matching Audio Narration with the Slide Presentation →
• Recording Your Voice →
• Adding Audio Files to Google Slides →

1. How to Use Google Slides

Google Slides is a powerful, cloud-based presentation tool that lets you create, edit, and collaborate on stunning presentations effortlessly. With intuitive features, real-time collaboration, and seamless sharing options, it's the go-to platform for crafting engaging and visually appealing slideshows.

Google Slides is a presentation program that is part of the Google Suite of productivity tools. It allows users to create, edit, and share presentations online.

Google Slides is similar to other presentation programs such as Microsoft PowerPoint and Apple Keynote. However, it has some unique features that make it a powerful tool for creating and delivering presentations, like its collaborative features and templates.

If you need a Google account and do not want a Gmail account, just go to Google.com and click the “Sign In” icon in the upper right corner of the browser window and then select “Create account” to set up a new account. You can link your existing email account to your Google account. It does not have to be a Gmail account.

Alternatively, you can get a free Gmail account and never use it except to give you access to Google Drive and Google Tools, including Google Slides, if that is all you want to do.

For the purposes of this tutorial, let’s assume you have a Google Slides presentation already made and you just need to add audio to it.

2. Matching Audio Narration with the Google Slide Presentation

If you want to use narration for a full continuously-playing slideshow, write the script that you will use for all the slides and then watch the slide presentation playback as a slide show to get the timing or your narration to match the progression of the slide as the slideshow plays. This is probably the trickiest part of the whole process.

You will want to edit your script and/or change the playback speed of the slides to match your audio recording of the narration.

Practice reading your script with the slides running in the slideshow mode until you can read the script perfectly .

It is easier to work with the audio file for a slideshow that plays without stopping if you can record the audio narration in one take rather than piecing a bunch of short takes together.

If your video presentation is long or the viewer uses self-pacing to manually click through the slides, you can break up the audio playback into sections or have a separate audio file for each slide. In that case, you need to make sure the audio recordings match, in terms of sound quality.

You want to listen to the audio playback carefully to be certain that the narration playback sounds nice and smooth to the listener. You want to avoid any abrupt volume or tonal changes between slides that may create a distraction or startle the listener.

Problems may arise if the audio recording sessions are in different places under different sounding conditions. To avoid problems, try to record in the same way and the same place if you plan to use separately recorded audio files together in the same presentation. Otherwise, not only will your audio potentially sound disjointed, but it could be an editing nightmare trying to get everything to blend together seamlessly.

3. Recording Your Voice

To record your voice, you can use a free-to-use recording application such as Audacity or a free recorder such as Movavi or another free online recorder. Also, most smartphones have an app to record your voice, which is easy to use.

Another option is to use VEED for more of a live presentation recording.

VEED is an app that has screen recording capabilities, which allows you to record a live voiceover to your Google Slides presentation and then save and share the video file with others. You can screen record on Windows or Mac with this plugin.

Be sure to record your voice in a quiet place with little or no background noises when trying to add audio to Google Slides presentations.

Speak clearly and directly into your voice over microphone in a clear natural voice – a headset microphone is great for this kind of narration work. Do not overdrive the recording by speaking too loudly and also do not speak too softly. Excessively quiet audio requires adding too much gain later (to increase the sound volume), which may introduce unwanted noise or distort your audio, making it difficult for your audience to follow along and even harder to create captions or a transcript with transcription software .

If you want to add background music or sound effects you will want to use a program like Audacity or another audio editing software to bring those things together into one audio file as a balanced audio mix. If you are getting serious about this effort, review our tips on how to create a professional voiceover recording home studio .

4. How to Add Audio to Google Slides

Once you create your audio file(s), then you upload the files to your Google Drive so that they are stored on the Google Cloud and available for Google Slides to access them. Most virtual conference platforms and webinar software will allow you to upload pre-recorded presentations with voiceovers.

Upload the Audio File(s)

To upload audio files to Google Drive, select the triangular Drive icon from the Google Tools menu (to see the tools menu use the grid button in the upper right-hand corner of your browser) and then click on the “New” button and select “File Upload” and then choose the audio file from your device. Wait for the upload to complete before you attempt to use the audio file.

Share the Audio File(s)

Share the audio file by right-clicking on its filename on Google Drive and then click on “Share.” Allow access to anyone with the link to remove restrictions on the use of this file. This gives access to the audio files to your Google Slides viewers. Be careful. This important step is often overlooked. When you share a Google Slides presentation without also sharing the audio files, your viewers can’t hear them.

Insert Audio File(s) to Google Slides

Open the Google Slides file that you want to use or create a new one. Choose the slide where you want to insert audio. Then, from the menu choices select “Insert” and scroll down to select “Audio.” Click the audio file you saved to your Google Drive to select it and then click the “Select” button.

After you insert audio into your Slides presentation, you will see a little speaker-shaped icon appear on your slide. You can play the audio by clicking on the speaker icon. You can change the placement of the speaker icon by dragging it to a different position on the page.

Audio Format Adjustments

Within Google Slides there are some basic sound adjustments available when you add audio files. When the audio object is selected you can click on “Format Options” in the toolbar. There you will see the default settings appear and the adjustments that can be made.

The adjustments include the volume of the audio file playback. You can choose whether the audio file will play automatically or if it requires a click to start it. If you choose “start playing automatically,” then you can also choose to hide the speaker icon since it is no longer necessary as the audio plays on its own.

You can also choose to loop audio if you want it to continuously repeat. You can stop the audio on a slide change if you only want the audio to be available for just one slide. If you uncheck this box not to stop audio on slide change, the audio will continue to play when the slide changes.

Audio Preview

While you are in the editing mode making slides, you can preview the inserted audio by clicking on the speaker icon and then clicking on the play button.

Watch this video by Stephen Kwiecinski. He shows three different ways to add a voiceover to Google Slides using Audacity.

BONUS for Teachers

New EdTech Classroom’s Sam Kay shows how to use free Google Slides Add-Ons to make interactive slide presentations. Add-Ons are made by third-party software developers to add features and make your slide presentations more interesting. He suggests you use Pear Deck to add audio to your slides.

Dos and Don’ts of Adding Audio to a Google Slides Presentation

Now that you understand how to add audio into Google Slides presentations, let’s go over some quick tips and best practices for using it:

These tips will save you from potential audio mishaps and elevate your presentation game.

• Do Script Your Narration: If you’re adding voiceovers, script them thoughtfully. A well-written script keeps your narration concise, on-point, and engaging. Practice your delivery to sound natural and confident.
• Do Balance Audio Levels: Ensure a harmonious blend of audio elements. Your narration should be clear and audible, while background music and sound effects should complement, not overpower.
• Do Time Sound Effects Strategically: Timing is everything with sound effects. Use them to emphasize key points or transitions. When executed right, they can add a dynamic touch to your presentation.
• Do Test Your Audio: Always, always test your audio setup before the actual presentation. Check for volume levels, audio quality, and any potential technical glitches.
• Do Provide Closed Captions: For inclusivity, consider providing closed captions for your narration. It ensures that your content is accessible to all audiences, including those with hearing impairments.

The Don’ts:

• Don’t Go Crazy with Sound Effects: It’s tempting to go wild with sound effects, but resist the urge. Too many can overwhelm your audience and detract from your message.
• Don’t Use Copyrighted Music Without Permission: Unless you have the rights or use royalty-free music, avoid incorporating copyrighted music into your presentation. You don’t want to deal with any nasty legal issues.
• Don’t Neglect Audio Quality: Poor audio quality is a presentation buzzkill. Invest in a decent microphone and record in a quiet space to ensure clear narration.
• Don’t Rush Narration: Speak at a steady, comprehensible pace. Rushed narration can leave your audience struggling to keep up.
• Don’t Distract with Inconsistent Audio: Maintain a consistent style and tone with audio elements throughout your presentation. Sudden changes in volume or style can be jarring.

Can you record audio in Google Slides?

No, Google Slides doesn’t currently have a built-in audio recording feature. However, Google Slides does have the option to insert audio into a presentation, meaning you can record your audio separately outside of Google Slides and add it easily.

Can you do voice overs on Google Slides?

Yes, you can add voiceovers to your Google Slides presentation by recording it separately and inserting it into the presentation. Once you’ve recorded your voiceover, you can insert the output file with just a couple of clicks.

Why can’t I add audio to Google Slides?

If you’re running into issues adding audio in Google Slides, it might be because you’re trying to use a file type that’s not supported or you don’t have the right permissions to add audio to your presentation. Make sure you’re using a supported file type and that you have the correct permissions for inserting audio and making edits before trying again.

What audio files can be added to Google Slides?

Currently, you can insert audio in Google Slides if it’s a .wav or .mp3 file type. Inserting audio files that aren’t .wav or .mp3 will likely result in an error.

Final Notes on Adding Audio to Google Slides

As you can see, it’s actually pretty easy to add audio to your Google Slides presentations. There’s no need to be intimidated, even if you never made any voiceover recordings. After a little bit of practice, you will quickly get the hang of how it all works.

It is fun to add audio and voice to your Google Slides, and it’s an easy way to create instructional videos .

As you become more confident you can learn how to mix in background music as well.

You can even add GIFs to Google Slides presentations .

Not a Google Slides fan? You can also easily add audio to PowerPoint presentations in a similar fashion.

If you have issues with syncing audio and video recorded separately check out 11 ways on how to do it .

Have more questions about recording voice overs? Check out our guide to the best voice over training courses to improve your skills.

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Google Slides is an excellent tool for creating presentations fast and sharing them online. If you want to jazz up your presentations and make them a little more interesting, then knowing how to record audio on Google Slides can make the process a whole lot easier.

What You Need

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If you are looking for a way to automatically start an audio file for a particular slide, you may have noticed that Google Slides has no quick built-in recording option. But with the right online tools, you can still put one together quickly to help with demos, voiceovers, description sounds, and more. Here’s how.

How do you record your voice on Google Slides?

If you’ve never used Slides before, you can visit this webpage to get started quickly. Choose the blank slide to begin a new slideshow, or access another Slides presentation that’s been shared with you in Google Drive. When you’ve navigated to a slide that needs an audio effect, you’re ready to begin.

Step 1: Slides doesn’t have a built-in audio recorder, but that’s not a huge concern when the internet is filled with free recorder tools. As long as you have a mic, you can create an audio file to use in Slides.

If this is a one-time audio recording for a presentation, we suggest using the super-speedy Rev Online Voice Recorder , where you simply select Record , give the site permission, and start talking. If you’re going to be creating a lot of audio files over time, then you may prefer to install the ChromeMP3 Recorder extension from Hablacloud.

If you aren’t recording something but rather using an existing clip, make sure it’s in a common format like MP3.

Step 2: To upload your audio file to Google Drive, log into Drive, select New , and select File upload . Find the audio file on your local storage, typically in Recent downloads , and select it. Google with automatically upload it to Drive.

Step 3: On the slide where you want to add audio, select Insert , then select Audio in the drop-down menu.

Step 4: In the new window, you’ll see all the audio files you currently have in Drive. If you haven’t cleared out your Drive files in a while, you may need to use the Recent or search tools to help you locate it. When you find it, choose the file and then Select .

Step 5: You will now get a small icon on the slide to let you know there’s an audio file there, and a new menu on the right with your Audio playback options.

Spend a little time in the audio menu to make sure the sound is playing like it should. You can choose to have it play on click or automatically, and adjust the volume for when the audio plays. You also have the ability to choose to loop the audio if you want and whether or not you want the audio to stop playing when you move to the next slide.

Step 6: With the settings configured, your slide should now be able to play audio the way you had in mind. You can repeat this process for any slide that needs audio in your presentation.

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Adding audio to your presentation, whether it's gentle background music for a wedding slideshow or a voice recording for a remote learning session, can keep your audience interested, engaged, and entertained. Here's how to do it with Google Slides.

Though a seemingly simple feature, inserting audio in Google Slides hasn't always been an option. Previously, the only way to insert audio in your Google Slides presentation was by inserting a video or linking to a site like Spotify---just inserting the audio file alone wasn't possible. Thankfully, now you can.

The caveat here is you can't upload the files directly from your local machine. You can only upload them from Google Drive. So unlike PowerPoint where you can record your audio directly in the application , you'll need to record your audio separately for Google Slides, upload the audio to Google Drive, and then add it to your presentation from there.

This obviously isn't limited to audio recordings. As long as the audio files are MP3 or WAV , you can upload any type of audio you like, including music.

Related: How to Convert a WAV File to MP3

If you don't already have your audio file uploaded to Google Drive, head over to your Google Drive account and click the "New" button in the top-left corner of the window.

Next, click "File Upload" in the menu that appears.

File Explorer (or Finder on Mac) will open. Locate and select the file you want to upload and then click "Open."

Once the audio file is uploaded, open your Google Slides presentation that you'd like to add the audio to, click "Insert" in the menu bar, and then click "Audio."

The "Insert Audio" window will appear. In the "My Drive" tab, select the file you'd like to upload by clicking it.

Next, click the blue "Select" button in the bottom-left corner of the window.

A speaker icon in a grey circle will appear on the slide. You can resize the icon by clicking and dragging the handles that appear when selected. You can also rearrange the position of the icon by clicking and dragging it to the new location.

Underneath the icon, you'll find the play/pause and volume options.

You can also choose how and when the audio plays during the presentation. When you click the icon, the "Format Options" pane appears on the right-hand side of the window. You'll automatically be in the "Audio Playback" group.

Under "Start Playing," you can decide if you want the audio to play when you click the audio icon or if you want it to play automatically when you make it to the slide.

You can also pre-set the volume of the audio during the presentation. Click and drag the slider under "Volume When Presenting" to adjust it.

Underneath the slider, you'll see these three options:

• Hide Icon When Presenting - This option, as the name implies, hides the icon when you're presenting. This option is only available if you selected the option for the audio to start playing automatically.
• Loop Audio - Once your audio reaches the end, it will start over. This is ideal for background music during a wedding or graduation ceremony.
• Stop on Slide Change - Once you move to the next slide, the audio will end.

That's all there is to it. Adjust the playback options to fit the atmosphere of your presentation.

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Voice overs in presentations are essentially audio narrations that accompany and explain the visual content on your slides. They are an effective way to connect with your audience, explain complex concepts, and add a personal touch to your presentation.

Using Google Slides’ Built-In Audio Insertion Feature

While Google Slides doesn’t have a direct voice over feature, it does allow you to insert audio files. This means you can record your voice over separately and then add the audio file to your slides. Here’s how:

• Record your voice over for each slide using a voice recording tool. You can use built-in tools on your device, like Voice Recorder on Windows or Voice Memos on macOS and iOS, or use online tools like Vocaroo.
• Save each audio file individually. It’s recommended to use an organized naming system, like ‘Slide1’, ‘Slide2’, and so on.
• Upload the audio files to your Google Drive.
• Open your Google Slides presentation. Select the slide you want to add the voice over to.
• Click on ‘Insert’ > ‘Audio’. This will open a window showing your Google Drive files.
• Select the relevant audio file for the slide. Once inserted, an audio icon will appear on your slide. You can click on this icon and adjust the settings, choosing whether the audio plays automatically, on click, or loops.

Repeat these steps for each slide you want to add a voice over to.

Using Screen Recording Tools

Another approach to adding voice overs to your Google Slides presentation is by using a screen recording tool. This method allows you to narrate your presentation in real time, creating a more dynamic and interactive experience for your audience. Here are some popular screen recording tools you can use:

Loom is a user-friendly tool that allows you to record your screen, voice, and face simultaneously. You can use it to navigate through your Google Slides presentation while providing real-time narration. Here’s a simple guide:

• Download and install Loom on your computer.
• Open Loom and select ‘Screen + Cam’ to record both your screen and voice.
• Open your Google Slides presentation in Present mode.
• Start recording in Loom and navigate through your presentation as you provide your voice over.
• Once finished, you can edit the video in Loom, trimming any unwanted sections and adding callouts or captions as needed.
• Save the video and share it directly with your audience, or upload it to a video sharing platform like YouTube and embed the video into your Google Slides presentation.

2. ScreenPal

ScreenPal is another great tool for recording voice overs. It offers a range of editing tools, including options to add captions, animations, and even a green screen effect. Follow these steps to use ScreenPal:

• Download and install ScreenPal on your computer.
• Open ScreenPal and select ‘Start Recording’.
• Choose the screen capture area and ensure the microphone is turned on for voice recording.
• Start the recording and go through your Google Slides presentation, narrating as you progress.
• After finishing the recording, you can use the video editor to add effects, trim parts of the video, or adjust the audio.
• Save your video and upload it to a platform like YouTube. Then, you can share the link or embed the video into your Google Slides presentation.

Using Professional Voice Over Software

If you’re looking for a more professional sound or need advanced editing options, consider using professional voice over software like Audacity . Audacity is a free, open-source software that offers a wide range of audio recording and editing features. Here’s how to use Audacity for your voice overs:

• Download and install Audacity on your computer.
• Open Audacity and select the microphone for recording.
• Start recording your voice over. You can record the narration for each slide individually or record a continuous narration and split it later.
• Use Audacity’s editing features to clean up the audio, remove noise, adjust volume levels, and add effects as needed.
• Export the audio files and upload them to Google Drive.
• Open your Google Slides presentation and insert the audio files as explained in section 2.

Tips for Effective Voice Overs

Creating a compelling voice over involves more than just reading your slides. Here are some tips to help you create engaging narrations:

• Write a script: Don’t improvise your narration. Write a script for your voice over and practice it. This will help you deliver a clear, concise, and engaging narration.
• Speak clearly: Speak at a steady pace, articulate your words clearly, and use pauses effectively. Ensure your voice is loud enough to be heard clearly but not so loud that it’s jarring.
• Be conversational: Try to make your voice over sound natural and conversational, as if you were speaking to the audience face-to-face. This can make your presentation more engaging and relatable.
• Use an appropriate tone: Match the tone of your voice to the content of your presentation. If your presentation is about a serious topic, your voice should reflect that seriousness. Conversely, if your presentation is light-hearted or humorous, let that show in your voice.

Adding a voice over to your Google Slides presentation can elevate it from a basic slide show to an immersive, engaging experience for your audience. With the tools and techniques we’ve discussed in this article, you’ll be well-equipped to create effective voice overs for your presentations.

Remember, the key to a successful voice over is clear, engaging narration that complements and enhances your visual content. Happy recording!

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How to Insert Audio in Google Slides (Step-by-Step)

May 2, 2019 by Kasey Bell

The long-awaited Google Slides audio feature has finally arrived!

For many years, teachers have been asking me how to add audio–usually narration or background music–to Google Slides.

Google has heard our request and we now have a new menu option: Insert > Audio ! Hooray!

There are so many ways that we can use this feature in our lesson plans and student projects.

If you are looking for project ideas, be sure you take a look at my previous post: 25 Ways to Use Audio in Google Slides .

Currently, this feature is only available on the desktop version of Google Slides.

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How to Insert Audio in Google Slides

Below is a YouTube video tutorial. Keep reading to see all the steps (and tips) in the blog post as well.

Keep in mind, this feature allows us to INSERT audio, not create the audio file itself.

The file must be an .mp3 or .wav file type.

You can insert audio clips, sound effects, or music if you own the file and have the rights to use it.

Creating Your Own Audio Files

Since Google Slides doesn’t provide you with a recording option, you will need to use a separate application to record the audio file and save it to your Google Drive.

Here are a few apps to try for audio recording:  Online Voice Recorder  (web-based, no sign-in),  Audacity (Mac or PC), or GarageBand  (Apple only).

A simple search in the  Chrome Web Store  will also help you find many other options, particularly for Chromebooks.

Once you have located or created your audio, you are ready for the next step.

STEP 1: Save your audio file to your Google Drive

If you already have an audio or music file you want to use, be sure it is saved to your Google Drive.

To upload and store files in Drive, go to Drive, click on the NEW button, and select FILE UPLOAD .

Don’t forget! If you are sharing this slide deck with your students or anyone else that will need to play the audio file, the audio must be shared separately from Google Drive.

Right-click on the file from Google Drive, and click on Share .

Share this file so that at least anyone with the link can view. Learn more about sharing in the Guide to Google Drive Sharing .

Open your Google Slides file or create a new one.

(Tip: Type in Slides.new to create a new slide deck quickly.)

Select the slide where you want to insert the audio file.

Then go to INSERT>AUDIO

Select the file from your Google Drive.

After you click SELECT, a speaker button will appear on your slide. Click on the icon to play the audio or move the button anywhere you like on the slide.

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Audio Format Options

There are a few adjustments you can make to your audio file once it is inserted in the slide.

This is similar to the options you see with videos as well. ( CLICK HERE to learn more about video options in Google Slides .)

When the speaker icon is selected (has the blue bars), you can click and drag to place it where you want.

You can also click on FORMAT OPTIONS in the toolbar. (This contextual menu will only appear when the object is selected.)

A sidebar menu will appear that will give you some playback options.

(The screenshot below are the default settings.)

You can choose to have it play “on click,” or to play automatically when you present that slide.

If you choose to have it play automatically, you can also hide the icon because most likely, you won’t need to see it on the screen.

You can also adjust the volume level of the audio.

You can choose to have the audio loop so that it plays over and over again.

And last, but not least, you can uncheck the box that says “Stop on slide change,” and this will allow the audio to continue to play when you change slides.

How to Play Audio in Your Google Slides

You can preview the audio and play while you are in editing mode by hovering over the speaker icon or clicking on it to select it and then click play.

When you are in presentation mode, you can click on the speaker button to play the audio, or just hover and click the play button.

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How to Add a Voiceover on Google Slides

Creating engaging presentations often involves incorporating multimedia elements, and a voiceover can add a personal touch to presentation slides. This guide walks you through the process of adding a voiceover to your Google Slides presentation, making your content more interactive and accessible.

1. Preparing Your Script and Equipment

Before recording your voiceover, it's crucial to prepare your script and ensure you have the right equipment.

Preparing Your Script:

• Write a clear and concise script for each slide.
• Practice reading your script to ensure smooth delivery.
• Break your script into sections that correspond to each slide.

Required Equipment:

• A computer with Google Slides access.
• A quality microphone (built-in or external).
• Audio recording software (such as Audacity, GarageBand, or any built-in recording app).

2. Recording Your Voiceover

You'll need to record your voiceover audio files before adding them to Google Slides, as Google Slides does not have a built-in recording feature.

Recording with Audacity:

• Download and Install Audacity: If you don’t have Audacity, download and install it from the official website.
• Set Up Your Microphone: Connect your microphone to your computer and ensure it’s properly configured.
• Record Your Script: Open Audacity, click the red record button, and start reading your script. Press the stop button when finished.
• Edit Your Recording: Use Audacity’s editing tools to trim any unwanted sections and adjust the audio quality.
• Export Your File: Once satisfied, export the file as an MP3 or WAV.

Repeat this process for each slide, saving each audio file separately with clear, descriptive names.

3. Uploading Your Audio Files to Google Drive

Since Google Slides can only add audio from Google Drive, you’ll need to upload your recordings there.

• Open Google Drive: Go to Google Drive .
• Upload Your Files: Click on the “+ New” button, select “File upload,” and choose your audio files.
• Organize Your Files: Create a folder specifically for your presentation’s audio files to keep them organized.

4. Adding Voiceover Audio to Google Slides

Now that your audio files are in Google Drive, you can add them to your slides.

• Open Your Google Slides Presentation: Go to Google Slides and open your presentation.
• Select the slide you want to add audio to.
• Click on “Insert” in the menu, then select “Audio.”
• A window will appear showing your Google Drive files. Locate and select the appropriate audio file for the slide.

5. Customizing Audio Playback

Once your audio file is added, you can customize how it plays during your presentation.

• Select the Audio Icon: Click on the audio icon on your slide.
• Start Playing: Choose whether the audio starts automatically or when clicked.
• Volume: Adjust the playback volume.
• Looping: Set the audio to loop if needed.
• Hide Icon: Choose to hide the audio icon during the presentation.

6. Reviewing and Testing

Before finalizing your presentation, review and test each slide to ensure the audio plays correctly.

• Play the Presentation: Click on “Present” to start your slideshow and check that each audio file plays as intended.
• Adjust as Necessary: If any issues arise, go back and make adjustments to the audio settings or re-record if needed.

7. Sharing Your Presentation

Once everything is set up, share your presentation with your audience.

• Share Link: Click on the “Share” button in the top-right corner and set your sharing preferences.
• Present Online: Use Google Slides’ built-in presenting tools to present live to an audience.
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Once you learn how to add voiceovers to your Google Slides presentations, you'll find it to be a valuable skill.

In today's post, we'll guide you through three different methods for incorporating voiceovers into your Google Slides.

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The second method is one of the easiest among the three.

It allows you to add voice narrations to your Google Slides presentations with a webcam overlay. Once you record yourself presenting, you can freely share it with others.

Numerous screen recording software options are available online. Choose one that best fits your requirements.

When you use a screen recorder for your voiceovers, you can enhance your recording with screen annotations . Additionally, as most screen recording software includes a video editor, you can easily edit unnecessary portions of your voiceovers in one go.

Note : We guide you through this process using Vmaker as it's easy to use and comes with many impressive features.

Step 1: Sign up for Vmaker

Visit Vmaker's official page to create an account. The screen recording software is available as a Chrome plugin, Mac, and Windows application.

The chrome extension can be added to your chrome browser from the ' Chrome Web Store ', while the Mac application can be downloaded from Vmaker's homepage.

Note: The Chrome plugin can be pinned to your browser for easy access to the screen recording software.

Step 2: Start recording the voiceover 

Before you begin recording your voiceover, it's advisable to conduct a few test runs to ensure optimal performance during the actual recording. To do this, log in to your Vmaker account and click on 'Start Recording'.

When you're ready for the actual recording, open the Google Slides presentation that requires a voiceover and initiate the recording process.

To commence the voiceover recording, click on the Vmaker icon in your browser and select ' Start Recording '. 

You can also customize the features according to your preferences.

Step 3: Edit & share

After recording your voiceovers, initiate the editing process by clicking on the 'Edit' button.

You'll be directed to Vmaker's AI video editor , to converts your Raw videos into Wow videos in just minutes and edit out any unnecessary portions of your recording.

You can also add subtitles to your video using Vmaker AI's subtitle generator .

As soon as you finish editing, you can export the recorded video file in your desired format and share it with anyone.

Vmaker also allows its users to upload their videos to social media platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. Content creators can easily share their videos in a matter of seconds.

Movavi Screen Recorder allows you to simultaneously record your voiceover, the screen, webcam, and internal audio as you present your Google Slides presentation. It's also available for both Mac and Windows users.

Step 1: Install Movavi Screen Recorder

Head over to Movavi's official website and download the free screen recorder version. Don't miss the OS choice before downloading.

Then, follow the steps to install it on your computer.

Step 2: Run the recorder and customize your settings

Open the desktop screen recorder. Click the cogwheel icon on the toolbar to enter 'Preferences' and customize your settings.

For example, you can choose the frame rate, audio quality, color effects, and shortcuts for your recordings.

Step 3: Record your voiceover

Once all settings are in place, open your Google Slides presentation. Select the 'Screen recording' option in the program (the video camera icon) and click on the browser tab you need.

Hit the recording button and start presenting your slides while recording with sound.

You can pause or stop the recording at any time by clicking on the appropriate button or using the hotkeys.

Step 4: Edit and save

After recording your voiceover, you can trim it using the built-in editor.

Export to Google Drive and YouTube or save the file in your preferred format.

In this method, you can record the audio narration separately and add it to your Google Slides presentation. 

As Google Slides doesn't come with a built-in audio recorder, you'd need the help of an external audio/video recording software to record your voiceovers. 

There are many voice recorders available online, such as Rev, Audacity, 123Apps, GarageBand, and Vocaroo . You can choose any of these voice recording tools to get started.

Step 1: Record your voiceovers 

Once you've selected your voice recording tool, practice with a script and record a few demo sessions to perfect your narration. When ready, record your voiceover and download it in either MP3 or WAV format. Since Google Slides supports only these two formats, ensure your audio files are saved accordingly.

Step 2: Upload it to Google Drive

Now, upload the recorded audio file to your Google Drive.

Log in to your Google Drive account, click 'New,' and choose 'File Upload.

The file has now been uploaded to your Google Drive.

Step 3: Make the audio file accessible to everyone

Before attaching the audio file to your Google Slides presentation, you need to ensure it is accessible to everyone.

To do this, right-click on your audio file, select 'Share,' and click 'Change to anyone with the link' so that anyone on the internet can access the file.

Once you've finished, click on 'Done.'

Step 4: Attach the audio file to Google Slides

You can now easily attach the audio file to your Google Slides presentation. Open the Google slide that needs a voiceover.

Click on the 'Insert' option and choose 'Audio'.

Choose the audio file you'd like to add and click on the 'Select' button. 

Once you insert your voiceovers into your Google slide presentation, a speaker icon appears on your slide. Clicking on it will play the audio.

You can also drag the speaker icon and place it anywhere else.

Step 5: Configure settings & watch a preview

With Google Slides, you can customize your audio narrations.

Select the speaker icon and click on the 'Format' option from the toolbar's 'Format' menu. A pop-up box will appear, allowing you to customize your preferences.

Here are some important formatting options available on Google Slides:

• Play automatically : Enable the 'start playing automatically' radio button if you want the audio to play automatically when you open the slide.
• Play on-click : Enable the 'start playing on click' radio button if you want the audio to play only when you click on the speaker icon.
• Loop audio : Enable the 'loop audio' checkbox if you want the audio narration to play on a loop.
• Stop on slide change : Enable the 'stop on slide change' checkbox if you want the audio to stop when you navigate to the next slide.

This method can be very helpful if you can't create your own voiceovers due to time constraints. It allows you to generate voiceovers using text to speech translation software and attach them to Google Slides and additionally on other types of content, such as animated flipbooks .

These voiceover software applications are supported by artificial intelligence and have the ability to produce realistic voiceovers from text. This means you can convert a voiceover script into a professional voiceover in just a matter of seconds. Additionally, you can adjust the tone, pitch, and breath of your voiceovers according to your preferences. This helps people save a lot of time and money.

There are many text-to-speech translation software options available online. Some of the most popular ones include Animaker's Voice, Speechelo, Logic, Studio One, etc. You can choose any of these software options that best fit your requirements.

Note : We will guide you through this example using Animaker's Voice software.

Now, let's learn how to do a voiceover on Google Slides using text-to-speech software.

Step 1: Sign up for Animaker

Head over to Animaker's official page and sign up.

Once signed up, you'll be directed to the Animaker dashboard. To create voiceovers, click on the 'Create' button and select 'Create Voice' under the 'Create Project' section.

Step 2: Type in the text & customize your preferences 

Now, you'll be directed to the Animaker voiceover suite. Here is where you can add the text that needs to be converted into voiceovers.

Once you've entered the text, customize your preferences by selecting your gender, language, and voice type.

Additionally, you can change the pitch, speed, and volume of the voiceover by clicking on the button shown below.

To create a break effect or pause between two words, click on the dot between them and adjust the breaks.

There's also a 'Reset' button that allows you to undo recent changes.

Step 3: Preview & make changes if necessary

After entering the text and customizing the preferences, click 'Preview' to check if the audio sounds good. If further adjustments are needed, continue tweaking the break and breath effects until you achieve the desired results.

Step 4: Share/download the recording 

Once the voiceover is ready, you can download the audio to your computer or share it with others.

Step 5: Upload to Google Drive & attach the audio file to Google Slides

Easily attach the downloaded audio file to your Google Slides presentation. To do this, follow the steps discussed in the first method. Upload the downloaded file to Google Drive and insert it into your Google Slide presentation from your drive.

Upload your downloaded file to Google Drive and insert it into your digital presentation from your drive. 

Here are a few tips to help you get started with your recording process.

i) Use a pop-up filter

Many individuals recording voiceovers and other videos use a pop-up filter to block unnecessary background noises and eliminate popping sounds that can occur when speaking quickly.

If you're using a screen recording software like Vmaker for your voiceovers, you can achieve professional results without the need for additional filters. Vmaker comes with a noise control feature that effectively blocks unnecessary background noises, ensuring a smooth recording experience.

However, if you opt for the other two methods to record your voiceovers, investing in a good pop-up filter may enhance your recording quality.

ii) Select a quiet place

It's important to stay focused during the recording, so choose a quiet location with minimal disturbances. Inform your family members in advance and turn off your mobile notifications.

iii) Watch your posture

Good posture provides proper breath support, aiding you in delivering your speech with a clear and strong tone. It's advisable to stand while recording your voiceovers. If you prefer sitting, ensure that you find a comfortable spot where you can sit straight.

iv) Warm up your voice 

Conducting a few test runs before the actual recording will help you discover the right combination of pace, projection, and volume for the voiceover. This preparation will reduce the need for multiple retakes.

v) Keep a glass of water close by

It's always advisable to have water or warm tea nearby to keep your vocal cords hydrated. However, stay away from coffee, dairy products, and carbonated beverages.

Now that you've learned how to do a voiceover on Google Slides using three simple methods and know what mistakes to avoid, go ahead and start recording your voiceovers like a pro!

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How to Record a Google Slides Presentation (with Audio & Video)

Whether you’re teaching an online class or having an important meeting, recording your Google Slides presentation can come in handy later for your or your students’ reference.

Stay with us as we break down how to record a Google Slides presentation with audio and video using free software.

• 1.1 Step #1: Ensure You Have the Required Resources
• 1.2 Step #2: Install Required Software
• 1.3 Step #3: Run the Tool
• 1.4 Step #4: Set Up Your Presentation
• 1.5 Step #5: Prepare to Record
• 1.6 Step #6: Start Recording
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How to Record a Google Slides Presentation (with Audio & Video)

Before you can begin recording your Google Slides presentation, you will need a few things:

Step #1: Ensure You Have the Required Resources

• A microphone (you can use your laptop’s mic or wear a headset)
• Recording software (we touch on this in the coming section)
• A Google account

Step #2: Install Required Software

There are several software tools available online for free that you can use to record a Google Slides presentation. For the sake of ease and clarity, we use Apowersoft, a free tool that you can download from CNET .  

After downloading the executable, double click on it to run it and complete the wizard to install.

We recommend using this tool because it is 100% free to use and does not limit how much of your presentation you can record. 

While an earlier version of the tool did not add a watermark to recorded videos, in the new version, you will have to sign up with Apowersoft to record videos without a watermark.

It’s important to remember that the basic tool does not offer any editing features. In other words, you will need to record your presentation in one take or use another editing program to piece together the clips of your presentation.

If you’re a teacher, we recommend recording short videos since they’re convenient to make and also easier for students to watch. 

Step #3: Run the Tool

When you launch Apowersoft Free Screen Recorder, it will show you the region you can record with the tool right away.

You can change the region the tool will record by moving the recording area around by clicking and dragging the button in the middle. You can alter the bounds of the recording area by simply dragging the bounds as you please.

Alternatively, you can click on the “Full Screen” icon on the panel on the bottom. Since you need to record a Google Slides presentation, this is the button you want to click.

It’s also important to set up the tool correctly before proceeding to the next steps. If you look at the Apowersoft recorder’s panel, you will find video and audio options next to the record button on the left.

Ensure that the tool is set to record your screen and not your webcam and that the tool is recording audio from the correct microphone. 

Note that if there is a video in your slideshow, you will need to record the sound from your computer. 

Remember that choosing to record the system’s sounds also means that your computer’s error sounds (“bing”) and all other system sounds may also be recorded.

Step #4: Set Up Your Presentation

Before you can start recording, navigate to slides.google.com and find your presentation. Next, click on the “Slideshow” button in the top right corner. This will display the presentation in full-screen mode. 

It’s important to ensure that your slides on Google slides load completely before you start recording. If all the slides aren’t fully loaded, the transitions from slide to slide may look choppy in your recording.

Step #5: Prepare to Record

When both the recording tool and your presentation are ready, you can hit the record button on the panel. Clicking the button will make a popup appear. If you have logged into your Apowersoft account, it will record without a watermark.

You will also see the hotkeys you can use to control the recording in the popup.

If you hit the “OK” button, a 3-second countdown timer will appear before the tool starts recording. If you don’t want the Apowersoft recorder’s panel to appear in your recording, like in the following image:

You will need to navigate to the options menu by clicking on the three dots button on the right side of the panel.

You can then toggle the “Show recording toolbar” option off from the options menu. 

You can also change several other settings from this menu, including the recording format and the “Record” and “Stop Recording” keyboard shortcuts.

Step #6: Start Recording

Navigate to your slideshow window and click the “Rec” button. The tool will start recording after the countdown. You can go through the slides by pressing the right and left buttons. 

One of the most useful features of this tool is that it allows you to pause recording at certain points if you need a moment to proceed to your next talking point.

If you’ve left the recording panel enabled, you can use it to pause the recording whenever you want. 

Alternatively, you can press Ctrl-Alt-F3 to pause the recording. After you’ve caught up with the talking points or taken a moment to focus, you can press Ctrl-Alt-F1 to start the recording again.

After you finish recording the slideshow, press Ctrl-Alt-F2 to stop recording. The tool will then automatically start playing the video you recorded, and you can go through it.

You can use the handles on the extreme left and right of the player to trim the beginning and end of the video. 

However, we suggest that you do not do any trimming with this software since it sometimes ruins the recording by not trimming at the correct point.

If you’re satisfied with the recording, click on the “Save” button on the bottom right to save the video.

A menu with a default name for the recording and the folder where it’ll be saved will open up.

You can rename the file from this menu without any hassle. You can also select where you want to save the video from the “Open Folder” button.

If you’ve signed up with Apowersoft, they will offer you free cloud storage to save your videos. You can upload the video directly to the cloud storage by clicking on the “Upload to the cloud” button in the Save menu. 

Alternatively, you can upload the video you recorded straight to YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, or Dropbox by clicking the “Cloud” button instead of the “Save” button.

If you are a teacher, saving the video to Google Drive may be the right way to go. You can easily share the video with your students by making the video sharable and sending them the link to the file.

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While there are many ways to record a Google Slides presentation, using the Apowersoft free video recorder is one of the easiest ways to go about it.

The software is quite intuitive, and you should be able to figure out what buttons perform which function without expressly reading through this guide.

That being said, learning all the functions before you begin using the tool is an excellent way to ensure you get the most out of the tool and make a solid recording for your future reference or for your students.

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4 Best Free and Easy Audio Recording Tools for Google Slides

These are the best ways to add audio directly to your Google Slides for a more rich result.

The ability to add audio to Google Slides has been one of the most requested features for many years. If you've read our Google Classroom review and are now using that, Slides is a very useful tool to add. Being creative, we have worked around this limitation in the past by embedding YouTube videos in Slides, or using a tool such as Screencastify to record a video of Slides while speaking. Although those workarounds still have their place, it is wonderful that we now have the option to add audio directly to a slide.

Being able to add audio to Google Slides can be used in so many ways in school: 

• Narrating a slideshow
• Reading a story
• Making an instructional presentation
• Providing spoken feedback on writing
• Having student explain a solution
• Giving directions for a HyperSlides project
• And much more

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The only big pain point still left is the actual recording of the audio. You see, even though we can now add audio to a Google slideshow, there isn't a simple built-in recording button. Instead you need to record the audio separately with another program, then save it to Drive, and then add it to a slide.

So that brings up the big question: What are some easy ways to record audio? When using my Windows PC, I can use a free program such as Audacity. Students often will be using Chromebooks, so we need some web-based options. 

We are going to take a look at four excellent, free options for recording audio right in your web browser, and then how to add that audio to Google Slides. 

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1. ChromeMP3 Recorder from HablaCloud

The first tool we are going to look at is by far the simplest of the bunch: The "ChromeMP3 Recorder" web app from HablaCloud . This tool however is a web app, not a website, which means it only runs on Chromebooks, not other computers such as PCs or Macs. 

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If you are on a Chromebook though, this is a fantastically easy tool to use. Here's how it works: 

• First, install the "ChromeMP3 Recorder" web app. You can get the Chrome Web Store link on the site at HablaCloud .
• Once the web app has been installed, you can open it from the Chromebook app launcher when needed.
• When the app opens, simply click the red "Record" button to start recording. You can click the "Pause" button if needed during recording.
• When done, click the "Stop" button.
• The app will now ask you where you want to save the MP3 file in your Google Drive. You can also name the file at this point to make it easier to find later. 

That's it! This tool doesn't offer any other editing options. Just a simple way for anyone to record and save audio on a Chromebook.

2. Online Voice Recorder 

If you want another tool that is just about as simple but runs on Chromebooks, PCs, and Macs, then you can use the " Online Voice Recorder " website. 

If I am not on a Chromebook, this tool is is usually my "go to" for anytime I need to record some quick audio on the web. Here's how it works: 

• Go to the site at OnlineVoiceRecorder .
• Click the mic button to start recording.
• Note: You will need to give it permission to use your microphone the first time you use the site.
• Click the "Stop" button when done.
• You will now get a screen where you can preview your voice recording. If needed, you can trim the start and end of the audio to remove any extra dead space.
• When done, click "Save."
• The MP3 file will be downloaded to your device! 

Note: If using a Chromebook, you can have the file save directly to your Google Drive by changing the "Downloads" option in your Chromebook settings. 

3. Beautiful Audio Editor

The next tool for recording audio online is the " Beautiful Audio Editor ". This tool is reasonably easy to use as well, but offers extra editing features. If you just need to record some simple audio, this might be more options than you need but would be helpful if you plan to do some editing to the recording afterward. Here's how it works: 

• Launch the tool at Beautiful Audio Editor .
• Click the "Record" button at the bottom of the screen to start recording. Note: You will need to give it permission to use your microphone the first time you use the site.
• Click the "Stop" button when done.
• Your recorded track will now be added to the editor.
• You can drag the play head back to the start and press the play button to preview your recording.
• If you need to trim out any of the audio, you will need to use the "Split Section" and "Remove Section" buttons in the top toolbar.
• When you are happy with the audio, you can click the "Download as MP3" button to generate a link to save the file to your device. 

Editing for this tool includes the option to change the audio speed, combine multiple tracks, fade the volume in and out, and more. You can get detailed directions by clicking the "Help" menu option. 

4. TwistedWave 

If you need even more fancy editing tools, another audio recording option is " TwistedWave ". The free version of this tool allows you to record up to 5 minutes at a time. Here's how it works: 

• Go to the website at TwistedWave .
• Click "New document" to create a new file.
• Click the red "Record" button to start recording.
• You can click at the start of your clip and press the "Play" button to preview your recording.
• If you need to trim any of the audio, you can click and drag with your mouse to select the portion you want to get rid of, and then press the "Delete" button. When you are happy with the audio, you can download it my clicking "File" then "Download."
• Better yet, to save it directly to your Google Drive you can click "File" then "Save to Google Drive." TwistedWave will ask you to log in with your Google account and give permission. 

This tool provides other features in addition to simple editing. In the "Effects" menu you will find tools to increase or decrease the volume, fade in and out, add silence, reverse the audio, change the pitch and speed, and more. 

Adding Audio to Google Slides 

Now that you have recorded your audio with one of the tools described above, you can add that audio to Google Slides. To do this, two things must be true for the recordings: 

• The audio files must be in your Google Drive, so if you saved somewhere else, such as the "Downloads" folder on your computer, you will need to upload the files to your Drive. For easy access, and to help with the next step, you should put all of the files in a folder in Drive.   
• Next, the audio files need to be shared so anyone with a link can play them. This can be done file by file, but it is much easier to simply change the sharing permissions for the entire folder that contains the recordings.

With those steps completed, you can add audio from your Google Drive to Google Slides as follows: 

• With your Google slideshow open, click "Insert" in the top menu bar.
• Choose "Audio" from the drop-down menu.
• This will open up the "Insert audio" screen, where you can browse for or search for the audio files saved in your Google Drive.
• Choose the file you want and then click "Select" to insert it into your slide.

After the audio file has been added to your slide, you can edit several options for it including volume, autoplay, and loop. Here's how:

• Click on the audio file icon to select it.
• Then click the "Format options" button in the top toolbar.
• Finally click "Audio playback" in the side panel that opens.
• Here you can adjust settings such as:
• Start playing "On click" or "Automatically"
• Set the "Volume level"
• "Loop audio" if you want it to keep playing after it ends
• And "Stop on slide change" if you want the audio to end (or continue) when the user moves to the next slide.

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Google Slides is ideal for quickly creating visually stunning presentations and sharing them online with your clients and coworkers. If you want to make your presentations a bit more interesting, you can jazz them up by recording audio and adding it to your slides.

Unfortunately, Google Slides doesn’t have a built-in recording option, so you can’t automatically select a particular slide and start recording. However, with the right tools, you can easily put together a clear and crisp audio and insert it into your presentation. Here’s how.

Preparing to Record Audio 

Recording audio on Google Slides may seem like a very complex and confusing process. Luckily, by following the correct steps, it becomes something almost anyone can do. However, before you start recording, here are a few tips that can help you prepare for the presentation and elevate it to the next level:

Select the Right Equipment 

One piece of equipment that can completely enhance your presentation is a good microphone. While most computers and cell phones have built-in microphones, they don’t offer the professional-grade audio quality you’re aiming for. For this reason, it’s advisable to invest in a high-quality microphone, like the LARK MAX , or even one that’s on the lower cost side of the spectrum. 

Write a Script 

It’s better to prepare a script for every slide you’ll add audio to. Since you’ll know what to say and when to say it, you’ll be able to record your audio more quickly and easily. 

Keep in mind that a good script breaks down the entire presentation into a few important points. Make sure you also add an introduction to give listeners an overall idea of the topic you’ll be describing, and then explain each point, step, or sub-idea included in the presentation.

It’s also advisable to match the tone of your script to the environment. For instance, if you’re presenting to board members, use formal language, while a more casual speech will be suitable for a discussion between your friends. Lastly, try to be clear and concise, and avoid going off-topic in the script. 

Choose the Right Recording Platform 

There are several different recording software available today, so make sure you choose one that best suits your needs. Consider the factors that matter the most to you, such as ease of use, virtual guest capabilities, cost, or recording tools, before making a decision. Make sure you also choose software that’s compatible with your device and provides high-quality recordings, so you can enjoy the crispest and clearest audio. 

Pick the Ideal Recording Environment 

The right room for recording depends on a wide range of factors, such as the room’s size, acoustics, and shape. Rooms with minimal reverberation or echo, good sound insulation, and a moderate size, are more suitable for recording audio. Carpets, curtains, and soft furnishings can further help absorb unwanted sound and enhance your recording’s sound quality. 

Clear your Throat 

Most people underestimate the importance of a smooth, good-quality voice. There’s no need to hire a professional voice-over artist – simply have the right warm-up, and you’ll be able to deliver much better content. 

Sound Confident 

Your confidence won’t increase with teleprompters and high-quality microphones alone. Practice your script in front of a mirror to ensure you sound great. 

Recording the Audio 

While there’s a wide range of recording software available, it’s important to remember that a difference in quality also exists. To ensure you choose the right option, the following are two popular recording platforms and the steps to recording audio with them:

ChromeMP3 Recorder 

A free recording application, ChromeMP3 is perfect for beginners who want to make an audio recording quickly and easily. The app allows you to start, stop, playback, and rewind a recording, and more. It saves your recording as a compact MP3 file, but you can also save your recording directly to Google Drive for easier uploads to Slides. However, keep in mind that it only works with ChromeOS. 

Here are the steps you need to follow to record audio with ChromeMP3:

• Download and install ChromeMP3 Recorder, and then launch the app. 
• Click on the button with the circle to start recording. 
• End your recording by clicking on the button with the square. A window should appear on your screen for the location of the saved audio file. 
• Navigate to the Google Drive tab, click on My Drive , and then name and save the recording. 

Audacity 

Audacity is a free, versatile audio recording tool that allows you to capture and edit your audio recordings. With effects like tempo and speed changes, you can also tweak your audio to fit the style of your presentation. The app supports popular audio files, like WAV and MP3, making it ideal for quick hands-on recording sessions. 

Here’s how you can record audio for Google Slides with Audacity:

• Download and install Audacity, and then launch the app. 
• Personalize features like audio drivers and sample rate (optional).
• Navigate to the toolbar header and use the drop-down menu to choose your microphone and speaker. 
• Click on the red circle button to start your recording and click on the black square button next to it to stop the recording.
• If you want to edit the recording, use the app’s tools, such as the cut, copy, and paste tools. 
• Click on File > Export , and then select a file type, like mp3, to export the audio. 
• Give a name to your recording and save it. 

Uploading Audio to Google Drive and Inserting Audio Into Google Slides

Once you’ve recorded your audio, you can upload it to Google Drive and then insert it into each slide. Here’s what you need to do:

• Log into your Google Drive, select New , and then click on File Upload . 

• Locate your audio file on your computer and select it. 
• Wait for Google to upload the files. It’s better to organize the audio files by naming them according to the slide you want to add them to. 
• Open your presentation on Google Slides and navigate to the slide on which you want to add the audio. Click on Insert and choose Audio from the drop-down menu. 

• The new window will display all the audio files you have in your Drive. Locate the audio you want to add, choose it, and click on Select .

• Your slide should now have a small icon that indicates the slide has an audio file. There should also be a new menu on your screen’s menu listing Audio Playback options. 
• Replay the audio and explore the audio menu to ensure the sound is playing just like it should. You can have the audio play automatically or on click, and even adjust the volume level for when the recording plays. Google Slides also gives you the option to loop the audio and stop it from playing when you switch to the next slide. 

• Once you’ve configured the settings, your slide should play the recording the way you want it to. Repeat this process for any other slides that you want to add audio to. 

Can I record audio directly on Google Slides?

Unfortunately, Google Slides doesn’t allow you to record audio directly. However, you can record audio using a third-party app, upload it to your Google Drive, and then insert it into your slides. 

What audio file formats are supported by Google Slides?  

Google Slides supports WAV and MP3 file formats. It’s also important to note that it only supports files that are in your Google Drive, so make sure you upload them beforehand. 

How can I ensure my audio plays automatically in a Google Slides presentation?

To ensure your audio plays automatically in your presentation, insert your audio, navigate to the Audio Playback options, and under the Start Playing header, click on Automatically .

Are there any limitations to the size of the audio file I can upload to Google Drive for use in Google Slides?

While Google Slides doesn’t have a strict limit on the file size, it’s advisable to optimize the audio file for faster loading times. 

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Recording your presentation can be a very powerful move, as you don’t want to embarrass yourself in front of your audience. Instead of relying on your “inner feelings”, you can check how you sound, how you look, what gestures you make, and how well you play with words and details.

For this guide, we will use some of the most popular online tools on the market (Panopto and Loom) and some totally free options for Windows and Mac computers.

Article overview: 1. Why do people record their presentations? 2. How to record a presentation on Google Slides using Panopto? 3. How to record a presentation on Google Slides using Loom? 4. How to record a presentation on Google Slides using Microsoft Windows? 5. How to record a presentation on Google Slides on a Mac? 6. Other tools you can try

1. Why do people record their presentations?

There is a reason why people record their presentations. Unfortunately, you don’t know how your voice will sound or articulate when you are presenting. In such situations, it will be best to record your presentation to see if there is something you need to change before doing it live. Also, recording your presentations is a very good way to remember what you are about to say. But let’s see the main use cases when recording your Google Slides presentation will make great sense:

• Practice your presentation skills  – you can’t hear yourself while talking. That is why recording your voice might be a good indicator of how you present. Is your tone of voice smooth? Do you need to raise it? Are you mumbling or “like”-ing? Recordings can help you identify problems in advance.
• Save valuable time – instead of recording each lecture, you can save your efforts once, and later sent them.
• When you have stage fright – not everyone has the natural confidence of Elon Musk. If you are a shy person who gets terrified when speaking in front of huge audiences, recording your presentation is a great move.
• Avoid distractions  – during live presentations, interruptions are more common which can affect your flow. A recording of your presentation at home can later be sent as a follow-up.

2. How to record a presentation on Google Slides using Panopto?

There are plenty of tools that could be utilized, so feel free to use anything which you might find suitable. Panopto is a good option since it doesn’t require us to download a software extension, and it has a free plan which is more than enough for starters. Your videos are also stored on Panopto’s drive, so you will avoid issues with cluttering your computer or mobile device.

✔️ Panopto is very easy to use.

✔️ The software is cloud-hosted.

✔️ Speech and OCR (optical character recognition).

❌ Pricing model is scaling.

❌ Slow rendering process.

❌ Issues with captions.

Step 1. Open Panopto.com

When you open the website, you will see there are plenty of options out there.

Step 2. Click on “Record”

Once you’ve opened the website, click on the big red button “Record” (next to Company and before Get Started ).

Step 3. Select your Audio, Video, and Screen Options

The browser will ask for permission, so make sure you grant Panopto access to your webcam(s) and audio source(s). Usually, if you don’t have more than one source, they will be launched by default.

Step 4. Choose what to share

Now, you have to click on Screens and Apps , and select your preferred option.

Entire screen (if you have 2 or more, you can either select one of the screens or all of them), a Window , or a Chrome Tab .

Step 5. Fix the settings

When you click on the “Settings” button (in the bottom right corner), there will be a menu that you can access.

Step 6. Start recording

Click on the big circle in the center to start recording.

Step 7. Save your recording

Once you end your recording, you can send it to Panopto , YouTube , Classroom , or download it on your computer.

3. How to record a presentation using Loom?

Loom is among the most used recording pieces of software globally. It is great for teamwork and has a lot of collaboration tools. Let’s see where it shines.

✔️ It is very easy to use.

✔️ You can share the videos with a single click.

✔️ Developers are constantly updating the app.

❌ The 5-minute free plan is not enough for long projects.

❌ It renders the videos slowly.

❌Lack of options to insert tags and notes in a video.

Step 1. Open Loom.com

The first step is to launch Loom. Just like Panopto, it’s an online-based service, so you don’t have to download or install anything.

Step 2. Sign up

Now, you have to open an account. The good news is you can use your Google Account to log in.

Step 3. Enter the recording settings

In order to start recording, click on New Video , and then from the dropdown menu select Record a video .

Step 4. Start the recording

Once you have selected whether or not you will use your Screen, Camera (or both), you can add some specific options and start recording. You’re limited to five minutes on the free plan, so don’t waste much time.

Step 5. Pause/Finish the recording

On the bottom left corner, you will have the option to pause or finish (the red square button) the recording. Before saving, you will have the options to Trim the Video, change the title (Loom | Free Screen & Video Recording Software – Day/Month/Year is by default), and make some Video Preferences.

Step 6. Share the video

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4. How to record a presentation using Microsoft Windows?

There is also a free way to record presentations on your Windows computer. If you use Windows 10 or 11, this might be a good option.

✔️ You don’t have a record limit (as long as you have memory).

✔️ It is totally free forever.

❌ It is a very basic recording option.

Step 1. Open Game Bar

Many of you may seem surprised, but Windows has a built-in recording tool. It’s called Game Bar. To access it, you need to press the WIN + G . Of course, make sure it is enabled first.

Step 2. Click on “Capture”

The Capture button is next to the sound button. It will unlock you with the option to record.

Step 3. Click on “Record”

Click on the Record button which is the third from left to right. You can also start recording with Win + Alt + R .

Step 4. Record your clip

Now, you can freely record your clip.

Step 5. Delete or save the clip

Once you have filmed your presentation, you can either go to the folder where your file is stored, or delete it.

5. How to record a video on a Mac?

Last but not least, we have another free option for Apple users.

✔️ QuickTime is free forever.

✔️ There are plenty of recording options.

✔️ You can record an unlimited time.

❌ You are storing the files on your Mac.

❌ Not available on desktop PCs for free.

Step 1. Open QuickTime

The first thing you need to do is open your QuickTime.

Step 2. Click on File -> New Screen Recording

Once you’ve opened QuickTime, you have to select File -> New Screen Recording .

Step 3. Select what portion you would like to be recorded

There are several options that you can choose from.

Step 4. Start recording

After you have selected what portion of your screen you will record, you are free to start recording your screen. You have plenty of options for convenience, such as a timer, built-in microphone, where to save the recording, etc.

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6. Other recording tools

Of course, these 4 are just the tip of the iceberg. There are many more apps that also deserve attention but couldn’t rank higher on our list. Let’s see which they are:

• Zoom  – Zoom is one of the most popular presentation software on the market, and the only reason it doesn’t appear here is because of its significance. We have prepared a separate tutorial on how to record a presentation in Zoom .
• AnyMeeting  – it’s a very powerful presentation recording software. However, over the past few years, it lost some of its sheer power and it got passed by different platforms that offer much more versatility at more affordable prices.
• Camtasia  – what we love about Camtasia is that you can create a next-level video experience. The cross-platform functionality is a great addition. However, it seems too hard for small tasks and the $300 purchase is not the value we are looking for here.
• OBS Studio  – it’s a top solution for cross-platform live streaming. It has high-end functionalities and it is open-source. That’s great but there’s a catch – it’s too complicated for the average user.
• Debut – Debut is a great free tool that allows webcam recording and presentation recordings, too. However, it’s not compatible with any other OS than Windows, and the user interface looks dull.
• Screencast-O-Matic  – it’s a very simple and effective tool but you need to pay a decent amount of money to get value out of the app. The free version doesn’t support HD recordings which limits its capabilities a lot.

Many people wonder how to record a presentation on Google Slides. Fortunately, there are many programs, and you can easily switch to anything you want. We have found that QuickTime and the Game Bar are amazing options for unlimited recording which also comes for free. However, if you’d like to upload your content online with a click of a button, you might fight Panopto and Loom better.

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How to Record a Presentation on Google Slides in 6 Simple Steps

If you’re looking for a free option to make slick-looking presentations, Google Slides is an excellent option. 

As with all of the Google Workplace suite options, like Google Docs and Sheets, you can work on your presentation online where it is saved automatically. Google Slides can be shared with other people, who can edit it live, leaving notes and comments. They also can be made available to certain groups of people or the general public.

Recording your presentation means you can save it for later and repurpose it for many uses. A recorded presentation can be shared with participants that missed a live webinar, teachers can share the videos with students for studying purposes, it can be used as a tutorial or demonstration on YouTube, or you can sell videos as part of an online course, webinar, of business. 

In this guide, we go over how to best record a Google Slides presentation with video and audio in 2024. 

Can you record a presentation on Google Slides?

No, you can’t record a presentation just using Google Slides. You’ll need to use a webcam or screen recording software to capture video and audio while presenting with Google Slides. Using an app or browser-based program will allow you to record your voice, face, or both with your slide deck. 

What do you need to record a Google Slides presentation?

In order to record a Google Slides presentation, you’ll need to use screen recorder software at the same time. A Google account and recording platform are essential, but you may also need a webcam or microphone depending on the device you’re using and the quality you’re seeking. Learn more below. 

Google account : Sign up for a free Google account to be able to make a presentation in Google Slides . Slides features a lot of great options for making decks, making it very comparable to Microsoft Powerpoint. If you click Slide in the top menu bar and then Change Theme , you can access a variety of formats for your presentations with colors, fonts, and headings pre-selected. Themes range from professional to fun to quirky. 

You can also search for and insert photos directly from Google and videos directly from YouTube within your slides. Vídeos will play automatically in presentation mode. You can also choose if you’d like the YouTube video to start at a specific time.

Web recorder software: You’ll need to sign up for or download web recorder software to capture the video or audio during the taping of your presentation. Not sure where to start? Check out our guide for tips on 15 of the best web recorder software options. Note that each screen recording platform or capturing software has different settings and features, including editing abilities for audio video files, and whether the webcam can also be captured. Some need to be installed, while others will run within your browser. 

Riverside offers free and affordable plans with unlimited video and audio recordings. With Riverside, your video and audio tracks are recorded separately, so you can choose to record your voice and face if you’d like to be on camera. 

Other good options include:

• Clipchamp (free and paid options)
• Yawcam (free, but only available on Windows)
• ManyCam (free and paid)
• VLC Media Player (free)

Mac computers come with QuickTime Player which can also record your screen for a presentation and with narration. Those PCs with Windows 10 have the Windows Camera app which can record your desktop screen and webcam at the same time. The above are two basic free options to begin recording a presentation with video and audio. But they are not suitable for presentations that you would like to do live online with guests and participants.

External mic (optional): If your computer or device doesn’t have an internal mic or you’d like to record higher-quality sound, consider acquiring an external computer mic to use during your presentation. 

Webcam (optional): Similar to above, if you’re in need of video quality not available through your device, you may need to purchase an external webcam . Or connect a DSLR camera for superior video footage.  

How to record a presentation on Google Slides with audio and your face in 6 Easy Steps

While you can’t record your audio and video within Google Slides, you can use a webcam and screen recording platform to save the presentation. 

We suggest getting started with Riverside for recording Google Slides, on many devices, including Mac and Windows computers. It’s free to start out and allows for unlimited recordings. You can record up to 4k video resolution and uncompressed 48kHz WAV audio. Riverside allows you to record a live presentation with up to seven guests plus a host. Video and audio files are saved locally on each person’s device so no internet connection interferes with resolution. 

Below we’ll outline how to record a presentation in six easy steps using the Riverside with your Google Slides deck.

Step 1: Get started on Riverside

Create a free account on Riverside.fm or choose from a paid plan with more features. Click Get Started and create an account instantly by signing into a Google or Apple ID account, or just enter in your name, email, and preferred password. No need to install anything. 

Step 2: Set up your recording studio

In Riverside, click New Studio   – this is where you will record your presentation. Enter a name for your studio and choose whether you’d like to record audio only or both audio and video. 

Step 3: Schedule your presentation and Invite people 

You can invite participants to your presentation before entering the studio or once inside the studio. If you'd like to invite before entering the studio, select Continue set up studio, and you'll find a tab where you can add participants. Alternatively, in the studio you'll have the option to invite people.

There are different types of roles you can choose to assign invitees to control their access to your studio: 

• Producer: Producers can change most of the recording and studio settings, but their audio and video feeds are not recorded. 
• Guest: Guests will be recorded, so only send the guest link to people you want to appear on video. 
• Audience: Those with the Audience link will just be able to watch your presentation. Their audio and video won’t be recorded unless granted permission during a Live Call-In by the Host or Producer. 

You can also record your presentation on your own without any guests or audience members and share the video and audio afterwards!

For more: Riverside Participant Roles (Overview)

Step 4: Do a trial run

Once you have your Riverside studio setup, you’re almost ready to record! It’s best to do a trial run first, testing out your audio and video, without audience members, if you’ll be doing a live presentation. 

Once you’ve set up your studio, you’ll need to click Enter Studio in order to enter the lobby. Here you will be asked whether you are wearing headphones or not. You’ll also have the opportunity to choose and test your equipment.

It’s best to use headphones while recording as stops audio bleed and improves audio quality.

When you are ready, select Join Studio . We advise that if you are using video, you should center your face, make sure that there is good lighting, and the background is not distracting or messy.

Test out and record the first five or ten minutes of your slide deck presentation. You can share your presentation with the Screen share button. This will give you the option to share a window, browser tab or your full screen. 

After you feel you’ve got the hang of it, you’re ready to start your official recording.

Step 5: Record your presentation

After you’ve done a test of at least the first couple slides of your presentation, you’re ready to record your Google Slides with your face or just narration. 

Open your custom Riverside studio and click Share in the bottom toolbar. Choose Entire Screen, Window, or Chrome Tab – depending on where your Google Slides are and how much of your screen you’d like to share. If you only want to record Google Slides - choose the Window or Chrome Tab where you slides are located. 

Click the large red Record button and you’ll be given a countdown from five to one until the recording begins. From there the recording will begin, and you will be able to see the audio input for yourself and any guests in the right-hand sidebar. Echo cancellation can be turned on, if needed. 

The recording timer will run until you click Stop . You’ll see in your studio that each participants’ audio and video tracks will upload to Riverside and a percentage will be shown. Wait in the studio for all the files to upload and then select View Recordings to see your files. 

Step 6: Download your recordings

From the studio, you’ll be taken to your studio’s recordings where each participant's audio and video files can be downloaded separately. 

If you’d like to edit straight away, you can use the Riverside Text-Based Editor and Magic Clips tool to customize your video presentation or repurpose it into short shareable videos.

FAQs on How to Record a Presentation on Google Slides

Can you record narration or your screen in Google Slides?

No, you cannot record narration for a presentation within Google Slides. You’ll need to use a webcam or screen recording app to record your video and audio while sharing your screen and Google Slides. Follow the steps above on how to do this with Riverside. There are many other options for software to help you do this. Check out the following guides to learn more:

• 15 Best Webcam Recording Software for High-Quality Videos
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• How to Video Record Yourself Presenting a PowerPoint

Can you record a presentation with Google Slides for free?

Yes, there are many free options for screen and webcam recording platforms that can be used with Google Slides. Riverside, as mentioned above, is a great option for unlimited recordings. It also provides extra tools like Editor for post-production and Magic Clips for sharing bits of the event online. 

Other free options for recording platforms include:

• Webcamera.io
• Logitech Capture

How do you record your screen on a presentation?

In order to record your screen while doing a presentation, you’ll need to make sure of a screen recording software. There are many different types of software available including web browser-based applications, like Riverside, or a program you can download, like VLC Media Player.

On Mac computers, you can use the pre-installed program Quicktime to record your screen while giving your presentation. On a PC, you can use the Xbox Game Bar. Game Bar was initially made to record video game play but it can also be used to record your screen.  

For more, you can read the steps above. 

How do you make a video on Google Slides?

You can make a video on Google Slides using a webcam recording software to record both your presentation and your face and voice as you present. Above, we go through the steps to use a free Riverside account to give a presentation and export it as a video. There are a number of free and paid others for webcam software, check out this guide to learn more about your options. 

How do you add voice to Google Slides?

To add your voice to Google Slides, first choose how you’d like to record your narration. You can use a web application such as Riverside, to record your voice. Alternatively, you can use your phone’s voice recorder. 

Once you have your recordings, upload them to Google Drive. Make sure to click Share on your recordings and change the setting from Restricted to Anyone with the link can view if you want to share this presentation with others and have them hear the audio. Within your Google Slides presentation, click Insert then Audio then choose your audio file. A speaker icon will then appear on your slide. Clicking it will play the audio. 

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In today's digital age, presentations have evolved beyond traditional slideshows, incorporating various multimedia elements to enhance the audience's experience. One such enhancement is voiceover , and in this guide, we will take you through the process of how to record a Google Slides presentation with voice over .

Adding a voiceover to your Google Slides presentation means recording audio narration that plays in sync with your slides, providing an engaging storytelling element that can explain or enhance the visual content.

• Online courses: Create educational content that students can access anytime, anywhere.
• Marketing presentations: Add a persuasive narration to your sales pitch.
• Product demos: Explain the features and benefits of your product in detail.
• Training sessions: Provide clear instructions for new employees or software users.
• Conference talks: Share your knowledge with a broader audience, even if you can't be there in person.
• Portfolio showcases: Let your work speak for itself, literally, by explaining your creative process.
• Webinars: Enhance your virtual presentations with clear and concise narration.
• Internal meetings: Make your reports and updates more engaging for your team.
• Customer testimonials: Add a personal touch to your customer success stories.
• Personal projects: Create memorable presentations for weddings, birthdays, or other special occasions.
• Use a screen recording tool.
• Embed audio files directly into your slides.
• Record voiceovers within Google Slides or PowerPoint.
• Use professional voiceover services.
• Leverage video editing software for more complex presentations.
• Prepare your slide deck and script.
• Select a screen recording tool that suits your needs.
• Open your Google Slides presentation and start the slideshow.
• Click the record button on your screen recording tool.
• Begin your presentation, by speaking clearly and concisely.
• Save your recording and embed it into your Google Slides presentation.
• Prepare your Google Slides presentation and audio files.
• Click on "Insert" and select "Audio" from the dropdown menu.
• Choose your audio file from Google Drive and click "Select."
• Customize the audio playback settings according to your preferences.
• Save your presentation and test the audio to ensure it plays correctly.
• Prepare your presentation in Google Slides or PowerPoint.
• Record your voiceover using a recording tool or select an existing audio file.
• In Google Slides, click on "Insert" and select "Audio." In PowerPoint, click on "Insert" and select "Audio" from the "Media" group.
• Customize your audio settings and save your presentation.
• Test your presentation to ensure the voiceover plays correctly.
• Prepare your presentation and audio files.
• Click on "Insert" and select "Audio."
• Customize your audio settings according to your preferences.
• Open your Google Slides presentation and click on the slide where you want to add audio.
• Test the audio to ensure it plays correctly.

Adding a voiceover to your Google Slides presentation can enhance your audience's experience, making the content more engaging and easier to understand. It also allows you to convey your message more effectively and adds a personal touch to your presentation.

• Prepare your presentation and script.
• Choose a screen recording tool that suits your needs.
• Begin your presentation, speaking clearly and concisely.

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Have you ever worked so hard to prepare a Google Slides presentation, only to be met by confused faces from your boss or peers?

It sucks. 

Assuming things were “normal” and you were in an office setting, you could quickly point out what different parts of the slide or presentation mean. But that’s barely the case today where you’re likely creating the presentation from another location.

And with many businesses looking to shift to a fully remote workforce, there has never been a better time to learn how to deliver presentations effectively over a video to avoid back-and-forth emails, endless Slack messages, and more confused faces.

So how do you record on Google Slides?

Let’s find out. But first, let’s consider some tips for presenting remotely.

5 Tips for Presenting Remotely

If you’re looking to record yourself going through a slide deck without boring your audience or failing to communicate effectively, you must know how to present remotely. 

Here are five tips that’d help you give an excellent remote presentation.

• Be Consistent

Your presentation, particularly the slide deck, should be consistent. This implies that all your slides should look alike and have a running visual theme. They should have similar fonts, colors, and other things.

When the slides are in a unified format, your audience will pay more attention as they feel that everything you are saying is linked or connected.

• Use the Right Slides

Your slides should grab your audience’s attention. While it doesn’t need to be as glamorous as an art exhibition, good graphs, pictures, and visuals tell a story that captivates people. Let the slide deck do most of the talking. While you don’t want to read the slides word for word, construct them in a way that will guide your audience from point A to B.

• Watch Your Transitions

Another tip for remote presentation is to think about your transitions. 

Transitions here could refer to two things — how you move from one topic to another and how you move from one slide to another. 

Since you might have many things to talk about or present, it’d be best if you had an outline that guides your train of thought. With an outline, you’ll know what to say at the right without jumping from one topic to another. 

Your slide transitions should be simple. Using extravagant transitions could easily distract others from the main points of your presentation.

• Record the Meeting

When possible, record the meeting. 

When your audience knows that you’re recording the session, they’ll likely become more focused.

If you’re looking to bypass a lengthy meeting, you could also use tools like Vimeo — particularly our screen recorder feature — to record your meeting. Furthermore, tools like this allow you to prepare even better for your presentation. You could play it back and see areas where you can make adjustments and make your presentation more exciting and engaging.

• Use a Good Hosting Platform

There are loads of software and platforms that allow you to meet with other members of your team or company.

Choose a platform that allows you reasonable control over your presentation. There are excellent platforms like Vimeo that will enable you to conduct live streams, message team members, record the presentation, and share it with people all around the world.

How to Record a Google Slides Presentation with Audio and Video

With the right tool, it is easy to record a Google Slides presentation with audio and video. In the GIF above, we see a presenter using Vimeo’s screen recorder to film both his screen and camera as he walks through a strategic presentation.

The main advantage of this tool over PowerPoint is that it is more collaborative and allows more than one user to work in the same file simultaneously.

Here are the steps to capturing the presentation as a screen recording.

Step 1 – Download and Install Vimeo Record Extension

You can only access Google Slides on your browser. As such, to use Vimeo Record to capture your presentation, you need to have the extension installed on your browser .

After downloading the extension file, follow the simple instructions on how to install the extension. For easy access, pin the Vimeo Record to your browser from the Extension icon on the browser.

Step 2 – Start Recording

Next, grant Vimeo Record permission to access your microphone and camera.

Ensure that you are on the screen with your Google Slides presentation. Vimeo Record automatically syncs with your audio and video sources. Click on the Record button.

Step 3 – Share the Presentation

Vimeo Record will capture everything on your screen, including your face, via the webcam.

You can choose the video quality and have the whole recording ready to share in seconds.

Another option for distributing the presentation – or series of presentations – is housing it in a centralized ‘hub’ for stakeholders to peruse on their own time. Vimeo’s video library solution achieves just that, a cinematic viewing experience for housed videos.

Final Thoughts

It’s easy to record a Google Slides presentation as long as you have the right tools and information.

Vimeo Record boosts productivity and creativity — at no cost. It allows you to record your screen and webcam videos and share these with the rest of your company. Take the stress out of lengthy meetings while still providing necessary information by using this feature from Vimeo.

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Call Notes does more than just record your calls, thanks to AI.

When the Pixel 9 launched, one of the cool new AI features Google announced was Call Notes . This is an easy way to record your phone calls, but it's so much more than that. The feature uses AI to generate transcripts of your call and a summary of what you discussed so that you can recall what you talked about later. And the best part is that it all happens on-device , meaning your private calls remain out of Google's hands.

So how do you use Call Notes? And will the person on the other end know they're being recorded? Here's how you get started on your Pixel 9 .

How to turn on Call Notes

1. Open the Phone app and tap the three dots in the top right corner, then tap Settings .

2. Tap Call Notes .

3. Toggle the feature on if it isn't already.

How to use Call Notes to record and transcribe your calls

1. Start a call. On your phone, tap the More button to expand the menu and tap Call Notes . An audible message will inform users on both ends that the call is being recorded.

2. When the call is over, go to the Recent tab in the phone app and tap the call you recorded (calls with AI summaries will have a small blue and purple paper icon next to them). When it is ready, a Call summary will appear in the expanded call entry. (Note: A call must be at least 30 seconds long for the feature to work.)

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3. Tap View full transcript to view the Call summary and an AI-generated transcript of the call. You can also play back the call at the bottom of the screen. There are options to copy or send the Call summary or send the file for the recorded call audio.

Depending on the call, the AI-generated summary should include the following information:

Google notes that there may be inaccuracies or offensive language in the summary, although this is solely dependent on the nature of the call and "doesn't represent Google's views." The company also notes that by using the feature, you agree to its Terms of Service and Generative AI Terms of Service and recommends that users respect the privacy of others.

For now, Call Notes is only available on the Pixel 9 series , including the Pixel 9 Pro Fold . If you're hoping to see it on some of the other Android flagships , you're out of luck for now as it's an exclusive feature for the Pixel 9 family.

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• mmidgley why has it been so difficult to have phone call recording historically--but now we can? and with an AI overlord?? can we just have the existing Recorder app do JUST audio recording (and transcripts if desired, just direct data conversion to text, no summary, etc...) without having to tie everything to AI? Reply
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