Question 1

Can You Hide the Audio Icon?

Accepted Answer

Of course, you can, and this is especially useful when the auto playback option is on. Select the icon, then "Arrange" from the menu bar and "Order" from the drop-down menu.

To hide the icon behind another element, select "Send backward" or "Send to back." Rather than words, it's advisable to hide it behind your company emblem or an image/element.

Question 2

How to Use Streaming Services?

Accepted Answer

Adding audio from streaming services to Google Slides may be done in two ways. By selecting the Share option under a tune or podcast and adding the audio as a link, you can create a link. However, you'll need an internet connection when giving the presentation, and you'll have to exit it to listen to the audio.


It goes without saying that downloading the audio and embedding it into a slide, as previously mentioned, is the best option. Just a reminder: upload to Drive, click "Insert," choose "Audio," and select your song. But keep in mind that some songs are protected by copyright, and you may have to pay to download them, so be cautious about what you use.

Question 3

How do you make your slides speak for themselves?

Accepted Answer

Including audio in slides can serve a variety of reasons. It can be utilized as a direct reference to a person or speech you want to quote, or simply to add some dramatic background music.


Do you enjoy using audio in your presentations? If so, how do you make the most of it? In the comments box below, share your tips and tricks with the rest of the community.

Question 4

When should you add a video to Google Slides?

Accepted Answer

When creating your presentation, keep in mind the persuasive power of video. A video, whether it's a demo or an advertisement, may add a lot of value to your message.

You only need to get started now that you know how to add movies to it. Also, don't miss out on our Google Slides productivity masterclass if you want to improve your Google Slides skills.

Question 5

Does this work in both Student Paced and Instructor Paced Modes?

Accepted Answer

Yes, students can listen to audio recordings in either Session mode on the Student View.

Question 6

What is the advantage of Pear Deck Slide Audio over another option?

Accepted Answer

For the following reasons, Pear Deck Slide Audio enables integrating clips into your presentations much more flexible and seamless:

The Slide Audio is compatible with both presentation modes, so students can use it in a Student-Paced Lesson without the need for the teacher to be present. You can use it to create original recordings, allowing you to simply adjust directions to the rest of your course as you construct it.

It can be layered over any interactive slide so that students can listen to the lesson while also answering the interactive question on the same screen.

Question 7

Do the Google Slides audio clips work in Pear Deck?

Accepted Answer

The Insert > Audio menu in Google Slides now allows you to insert solely pre-recorded audio clips into your slides. You can use those audio snippets in a Pear Deck presentation if you meet the following criteria: 1) With the Pear Deck Power-up Chrome extension loaded, 2) in an Instructor-Paced Session, and 3) with the Projector View alone.

Question 8

When do you add audio to a Pear Deck slide for the first time?

Accepted Answer

You'll be asked to give Pear Deck permission to utilize your microphone. To use Slide Audio, you must give Pear Deck access to your microphone. If you still need to allow microphone access, adjust your settings by clicking the lock button in the URL bar. After that, you should be able to start recording with Pear Deck Audio.

Question 9

What type of file can I upload?

Accepted Answer

You can use your computer to upload an an.mp4 file. Please save it to your PC and then submit it to Pear Deck Slide Audio if it is saved in your Drive.

Question 10

When I try to upload a file, it says my file is too large. Why?

Accepted Answer

Pear Deck Slide Audio can only upload files that are smaller than 20 MB in size.

Question 11

Can I add more than one recording to a slide?

Accepted Answer

A single Pear Deck Audio recording can be added to a slide. You may have discovered that you can clip many recordings onto a single slide. In this situation, however, only the first recording you placed will play on the Student View when you offer a live Session to students.

Question 12

Is there a limit to the number of slides to which you can add audio?

Accepted Answer

Nope! There is no limit on the number of slides that can be used. We just advise that recordings be kept brief so that students can concentrate. Good luck with your recording!

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