How to Share Google Slides in Presentation Mode

Quick Tips: How to Share Google Slides in Presentation Mode ✅ Open your Google Slides deck ✅ Click on the “Present” button ✅ Copy the presentation link (not the edit one) ✅ Replace /edit in the link with /present ✅ Share that link with others! You’re done! Now, anyone who opens the link will see your slides in full-screen presentation mode.

Introduction

Google Slides is one of the most-used online tools for presentations. But not everyone knows how to share it properly in presentation mode — the way it looks clean, full-screen, and professional. That’s what we’re diving into today.

Let’s learn how to do it step-by-step in a way that even a beginner can follow without any confusion.

What is Google Slides Presentation Mode?

When you click the “Present” button in Google Slides, your slides go full screen. No toolbars. No menus. Just your slides — front and center.

It’s the best way to show your slides during a class, a Zoom call, or even in-person events.

But here’s the catch — just clicking “Present” doesn’t share it with others. You need to share a special link that opens it directly in presentation mode. That’s where most people get stuck.

Step-by-Step: How to Share Google Slides in Presentation Mode

Let’s break it down super easy. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Open Your Google Slides

• Go to Google Slides.
• Click and open the file you want to share.

2. Get the Shareable Link

• Click the “Share” button on the top right
• Choose “Anyone with the link can view”
• Click “Copy link”

📝 Important: Make sure it’s set to “view” and not “edit”

3. Change the Link for Presentation Mode

• The link you copied will look like this: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/XYZ123/edit?usp=sharing
• Just replace the word “edit” at the end with “present.“

✅ So it becomes:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/XYZ123/present

That’s your presentation mode link!

4. Share the Link

You can now send this link to anyone by email, WhatsApp, or however you like.

When they click it, your slides will open directly in presentation mode.

Why Use Presentation Mode When Sharing?

Here’s why this method is important:

✅ Looks clean and professional

✅ No distractions from toolbars or menus

✅ Perfect for remote meetings and screen sharing

✅ Makes you look prepared and organized

Whether you’re a teacher, student, or business person, this makes a big impact.

Bonus Tip: Embed Google Slides in Presentation Mode

Want to add your slides to a blog or website?

1. Click File > Share > Publish to the web
2. Select the “Embed” tab
3. Copy the code and paste it into your site

Your slides will now appear in presentation mode directly on the page!

Common Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Sharing the “edit” link by mistake (others can change your slides!)

❌ Forgetting to change the permission from “Restricted” to “Anyone with the link”

❌ Not replacing /edit with /present

Small things, but they make a huge difference.

FAQs: Sharing Google Slides in Presentation Mode

1. Can I share my slides in presentation mode with non-Google users?

Yes! As long as you set it to “Anyone with the link can view,” anyone can see it — no login needed.

2. Can people control the slides I shared?

Nope. In presentation mode, they can only view. They can’t move or edit anything.

3. Can I still edit the slides after sharing?

Yes! You can keep editing your original file. The link will always show the latest version in presentation mode.

4. Is there a way to auto-start the presentation?

Yes! Add &start=true at the end of your link like this:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/XYZ123/present?&start=true

Final Thoughts

Sharing your Google Slides in presentation mode isn’t hard — but it’s one of those little things that makes a big difference. Whether you’re showing your slides in a classroom or to clients across the world, this trick makes you look sharp and confident.

Try it next time. It’s quick, clean, and super easy!