How-To

How to integrate links and videos into your PPT presentation

Elevating your PowerPoint presentation with multimedia elements like links and videos can captivate your audience and enhance engagement. Follow these…

Elevating your PowerPoint presentation with multimedia elements like links and videos can captivate your audience and enhance engagement. Follow these steps to effortlessly integrate them into your slides:

1. Open Your Presentation:

Launch your PowerPoint presentation and navigate to the slide where you want to add the link or video.

2. Adding Links:

a. Select the Text: Highlight the text (e.g., “Click Here”) you want to turn into a link.
b. Insert Hyperlink: Right-click the selected text, choose “Hyperlink,” and a dialog box will appear.
c. Enter URL: In the dialog box, paste the URL you want to link to (e.g., a webpage) and click “OK.”

3. Embedding Videos:

a. Insert Video Placeholder: Go to the slide, click the “Insert” tab, and choose “Video.” Select “Online Video” to embed a video from a platform like YouTube.
b. Paste Video Link: Copy the video’s URL and paste it into the “From a Video Embed Code” box.
c. Insert: Click “Insert” to embed the video. Resize and reposition it as needed.

4. Adjust Playback Settings (for Videos):

a. Video Tools: When the video is selected, “Video Tools” will appear. Click on it.
b. Playback: Adjust settings like “Play,” “Pause,” and “Loop” under the “Playback” tab.

5. Test Your Presentation:

Before presenting, make sure to play your videos and test your links to ensure they work seamlessly.

Integrating links and videos can turn your PowerPoint presentation into a dynamic experience, keeping your audience engaged and making your message more memorable.

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