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GPT for Slides™ - AI Presentation Generator

Complete guide to using GPT for Slides to create professional presentations with AI. Generate slides from text, topics, or outlines in minutes.

Last updated: January 20, 2025

GPT for Slides™ - AI Presentation Generator

Create professional presentations in minutes using AI. GPT for Slides™ generates complete slide decks from your ideas, topics, or outlines.

Key Features

  • AI-Powered Generation: Create entire presentations from text prompts
  • Smart Content: AI generates relevant content, bullet points, and structure
  • Professional Templates: Choose from multiple design templates
  • Fast Creation: Generate 10-15 slides in under 2 minutes
  • Customizable: Edit and refine AI-generated content
  • Multiple Languages: Create presentations in 130+ languages

Installation

Install the add-on: GPT for Slides™ Docs™ Sheets™ - Funshow

How to Generate Presentations

Method 1: From Topic

Create a presentation from a simple topic:

  1. Open Google Slides
  2. Click Extensions → Funshow → Generate Presentation
  3. Enter your topic (e.g., "Marketing Strategy for SaaS Products")
  4. Choose number of slides (5-20 slides)
  5. Select template style
  6. Click Generate

Example Topics:

  • "Introduction to Machine Learning"
  • "Quarterly Sales Review Q4 2024"
  • "Employee Onboarding Process"
  • "Product Launch Strategy"

Method 2: From Outline

Generate slides from a detailed outline:

  1. Open Google Slides
  2. Click Extensions → Funshow → Generate from Outline
  3. Paste your outline or bullet points
  4. AI creates slides matching your structure
  5. Review and customize

Example Outline:

  • Company Overview
    • Mission and vision
    • Team introduction
  • Product Features
    • Core functionality
    • Key benefits
  • Pricing Plans
  • Contact Information

Method 3: From Long Text

Convert documents or articles into presentations:

  1. Copy your text content
  2. Click Extensions → Funshow → Text to Slides
  3. Paste your content
  4. AI extracts key points and creates slides
  5. Adjust as needed

Templates & Styles

Choose from professional templates:

Business Templates

  • Professional: Clean, corporate design
  • Modern: Contemporary style with bold colors
  • Minimal: Simple, text-focused layout

Creative Templates

  • Vibrant: Colorful, energetic design
  • Tech: Modern, technology-focused
  • Startup: Innovative, startup-style

Presentation Types

  • Pitch Deck: Investor presentations
  • Training: Educational content
  • Report: Data and analysis
  • Marketing: Product and service promotion

Best Practices

Writing Effective Prompts

Good Prompts:

  • ✅ "Create a 10-slide presentation about cloud computing benefits for small businesses"
  • ✅ "Generate investor pitch deck for AI-powered CRM software"
  • ✅ "Make training slides on email marketing best practices"

Less Effective:

  • ❌ "Make slides" (too vague)
  • ❌ "Presentation" (no context)
  • ❌ "Tell me about marketing" (no clear structure)

Prompt Tips

  1. Be specific: Include topic, purpose, and target audience
  2. Set length: Specify number of slides needed
  3. Add context: Mention industry, level, or focus area
  4. Include goals: State what you want to achieve

After Generation

  • Review content: Check for accuracy and relevance
  • Customize design: Adjust colors, fonts, images
  • Add visuals: Insert relevant images and charts
  • Refine text: Edit AI-generated content for your voice
  • Add data: Include specific numbers and examples

Use Cases

Business Presentations

Investor Pitch Decks:

  • Generate complete pitch structure
  • Include problem, solution, market, team sections
  • Professional design for fundraising

Sales Presentations:

  • Product feature highlights
  • Customer success stories
  • Competitive advantages
  • Pricing and packages

Quarterly Reviews:

  • Performance metrics overview
  • Key achievements and challenges
  • Goals for next quarter
  • Team updates

Educational Content

Training Materials:

  • Employee onboarding decks
  • Skill development workshops
  • Process documentation
  • Compliance training

Course Lectures:

  • Academic presentations
  • Tutorial content
  • Study guides
  • Exam review sessions

Marketing

Product Launches:

  • Feature announcements
  • Product roadmap
  • Market positioning
  • Go-to-market strategy

Webinar Decks:

  • Topic introduction
  • Main content points
  • Q&A slides
  • Call-to-action

Advanced Features

Multi-Language Generation

Create presentations in any language:

  1. Specify language in your prompt: "Create in Spanish..."
  2. Or use language selector in settings
  3. AI generates native content, not translations
  4. Supports 130+ languages

Content Customization

Adjusting Tone:

  • Formal: Business, academic, professional
  • Casual: Friendly, conversational
  • Technical: Industry-specific, detailed
  • Creative: Marketing, storytelling

Content Depth:

  • Brief: Key points only, minimal text
  • Standard: Balanced detail level
  • Detailed: Comprehensive information

Iterative Refinement

Improve your presentation:

  1. Generate initial version
  2. Review and identify improvements needed
  3. Use "Refine Slide" for specific changes
  4. Regenerate individual slides if needed
  5. Add your own custom slides

Tips for Better Results

Content Quality

  1. Provide context: More details = better output
  2. Review and edit: AI is a starting point, refine the content
  3. Add examples: Include specific data and cases
  4. Check facts: Verify AI-generated information
  5. Maintain consistency: Ensure unified message throughout

Design Optimization

  1. Choose appropriate template: Match your presentation type
  2. Limit text per slide: Keep slides readable (5-7 lines max)
  3. Use visuals: Add images, charts, diagrams
  4. Consistent branding: Apply your colors and logo
  5. Test readability: View in presentation mode

Presentation Structure

Effective Flow:

  1. Title slide with clear topic
  2. Agenda/outline slide
  3. Introduction and context
  4. Main content (3-5 key sections)
  5. Supporting details and examples
  6. Summary/key takeaways
  7. Call-to-action or next steps
  8. Thank you/contact slide

Common Scenarios

Quick Presentation Needed

Situation: Need slides in 30 minutes for unexpected meeting

Solution:

  1. Enter topic: "Project Status Update - Q1 Marketing Campaign"
  2. Generate 5-7 slides
  3. Quick review and minor edits
  4. Add 2-3 specific data points
  5. Ready to present!

Expanding Existing Content

Situation: Have outline but need full presentation

Solution:

  1. Use "Generate from Outline" feature
  2. AI expands each point into full slides
  3. Maintains your structure
  4. Adds supporting content
  5. Polish and personalize

Creating Training Materials

Situation: Need to train team on new process

Solution:

  1. Provide detailed process steps
  2. AI creates step-by-step slides
  3. Add screenshots and examples
  4. Include practice scenarios
  5. End with resources and Q&A

Troubleshooting

Generation Not Starting

Solutions:

  1. Check internet connection
  2. Ensure add-on is properly installed
  3. Refresh Google Slides
  4. Try with simpler prompt
  5. Clear browser cache

Content Not Relevant

Solutions:

  • Make prompt more specific
  • Add more context and details
  • Specify target audience
  • Include key points you want covered
  • Try regenerating with refined prompt

Slides Too Basic or Too Complex

Solutions:

  • Adjust content depth setting
  • Specify detail level in prompt
  • Regenerate specific slides
  • Manually edit to desired level
  • Provide more examples in prompt

Template Not Applied Correctly

Solutions:

  • Reselect template
  • Check template compatibility
  • Apply template after generation
  • Manually adjust formatting
  • Contact support if persists

Keyboard Shortcuts

Speed up your workflow:

  • Extensions menu: Alt + N (Windows), Option + N (Mac)
  • Duplicate slide: Ctrl + D (Windows), Cmd + D (Mac)
  • New slide: Ctrl + M (Windows), Cmd + M (Mac)
  • Present: Ctrl + F5 (Windows), Cmd + Enter (Mac)

Pricing & Usage

The GPT for Slides™ feature is included with your Funshow subscription. Usage is based on your account plan.

Tips to Optimize Usage:

  • Generate complete presentations at once (more efficient)
  • Edit AI content rather than regenerating frequently
  • Refine prompts before generating to reduce iterations

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