Do you have a Word document that you need to present to an audience? The good news is that you can easily convert your document into a PowerPoint presentation with Microsoft’s Export to PowerPoint feature. This tutorial will guide you through the process.
How to use Export to PowerPoint
First, it’s important to note that Export to PowerPoint only works in the web versions of Word and PowerPoint. To use the feature:
- Open your Word document in Word for the web
- Click File, then select Export and choose Export to PowerPoint Presentation
- Select a design theme for your presentation and click Open Presentation to review the results in PowerPoint for the web
- Saved the presentation in the root OneDrive folder on your computer.
Note that the feature will only export text, so images and videos will need to be added manually. However, the bulk of the work is done for you, and the feature will suggest visual themes to choose from before exporting.
How the AI Works
Microsoft’s AI analyzes your document to determine the main talking points and relevant media to add to your slides. To ensure the AI can generate slides, be sure to have well-formatted headings in your document.
While the feature is only available in Word for the web currently, it’s a step towards self-written presentations.
Final Thoughts
Now that you know how to convert MS Word to PowerPoint, you can speed up your presentation creation process. If you still prefer to create your slides manually, PowerPoint templates can help you create professional-looking presentations
FAQs
How can I access the Export to PowerPoint feature?
The feature is only available in the web versions of Word and PowerPoint. You can access Word for the web through Office.com or by signing up for a free Microsoft account.
Will the AI generate all of my slides for me?
The AI needs guidance to generate slides. Be sure to have well-formatted headings in your document.
Can I export images and videos with Export to PowerPoint?
No, the feature only exports text. Images and videos will need to be added manually.
Can I use Export to PowerPoint in the software version of Word?
No, currently, the feature is only available in Word for the web.
