When you’re creating a presentation in Google Slides, having the right color theme can make all the difference in how engaging and visually appealing your slides look. Whether you want a fresh look for a pitch deck or you’re simply bored of the default colors, changing theme colors is simple and adds a unique touch to your presentation.
In this blog, we’ll walk you through how to easily change theme colors in Google Slides and make your presentations more vibrant and cohesive.
Step 1: Open Your Google Slides Presentation
First, open the Google Slides presentation where you want to adjust the colors. If you don’t have one ready, you can easily start a new presentation by choosing a Google Slides Template from the available options or your saved templates. Remember, using templates can save you time and give you a head start with design!
Step 2: Access the Theme Options
To begin editing colors, head to the top menu bar and click on “Slide”, then select “Edit theme”. This option will bring up the theme editor, which is where you can change colors, fonts, and even layouts for your entire presentation. This way, you’re not changing colors on each slide individually but setting a color scheme that will apply to all slides in the deck.
Step 3: Choose “Colors” and Customize
In the theme editor, look for a button labeled “Colors” in the toolbar at the top of the screen. Click on this, and a dropdown menu will appear with a variety of options like Text, Background, Accent colors, etc. These options represent the primary colors of your current theme, and any changes you make here will affect these colors across all slides in your presentation.
How to Pick New Colors
When you click on any color option, a palette will appear, letting you pick new colors to replace the default ones. You can select colors that match your brand, theme, or any style you want. For example, choosing softer colors can create a minimalist look, while bold colors make slides more energetic and eye-catching. Don’t be afraid to experiment—try a few combinations until you find the one that fits your presentation best!
If you want to learn more about importing ready-made themes, check out this helpful guide on importing themes in Google Slides, which can help you explore even more design options without starting from scratch.
Step 4: Apply and Save Changes
After setting your desired colors, simply close the theme editor to apply the changes. Your new color theme should automatically update across all slides. It’s a great way to add consistency to your presentation, keeping each slide visually aligned without manual adjustments.
Conclusion
Customizing theme colors in Google Slides becomes a quick and rewarding task with these simple steps. Plus, knowing how to work with colors lets you be more flexible with templates, giving your slides that polished and professional feel. For more presentation hacks, tips, and tricks to improve your slides, be sure to visit our tips and tricks page.
Mastering theme colors in Google Slides not only helps you design better presentations but also boosts your confidence in your presentation skills.
