What Google Slides is
A presentation tool that runs in the browser. Several people can edit the same deck at once, leave comments and roll back through version history, and files move in and out of PowerPoint without much friction.
Generative features help with outlines, charts and first drafts.
What you can do with it
- Create and edit slides in a browser
- Co-edit with teammates in real time
- Comment and review without changing content
- Restore earlier versions
- Import and export PowerPoint files
- Present with speaker view, offline mode and recording
- Generate outlines and visual drafts with AI
Who it is for
- Teams working on shared decks
- Schools and universities
- Product, marketing and operations staff
- Anyone already using Google Workspace
What to watch out for
- Sharing settings are easy to get wrong: check who can open a link before sending it
- AI-generated outlines still need a real argument behind them
- Complex PowerPoint formatting may not survive import cleanly
- Offline editing needs setup before you lose connection
Pros & cons
✓ What we like
- Real-time collaboration and version history
- No software installation needed
- PowerPoint compatible
- Generative drafting assistance
! What to watch out for
- Link sharing needs attention
- Complex PowerPoint layouts may shift
FAQ
Can teams work on it together?
Yes. Real-time editing, comments and version history are core features.
Does it work with PowerPoint?
Yes. PowerPoint files can be imported and exported, though complex layouts should be checked.
Can I present without a connection?
Offline editing is supported if it is set up beforehand.
Last reviewed: 2026-09-15
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