Google Slides is the de facto tool for many when it comes to online presentations. And why not? PowerPoint competitor is free to use. Since it is web-based, there is no usability problem. Sharing and real-time collaboration is also seamless. While full of functions, templates pack real treasure. To become a more productive Google Slides user, it is necessary to master them.
The company offers some compelling options. The internet is full of individual designers who create Google Slides templates for a particular use.
As you know, Google Slides is available on Android, iOS and Web. Their mobile app gets the job done, but the template functionality is best served on the desktop.
In this post, I’m going to talk about the top eleven Google Docs templates that can help you in some way. I will categorize them according to specific use. Whether you’re a student, restaurant owner, self-employed, entrepreneur or business owner, you’ll find something useful in the list below.
NOTE: To download templates from the list, open them in a browser, go to File > Make a copy and save them to your Google Drive account. You can now make edits to it.
1. Photo Album
Photographers, this is your chance to shine. You can use the Photo Album template to create elegant looking Slides with all the memorizing moments. The slides are beautifully crafted to showcase the title and photo. You also get ready-to-use collage frames to fit more photos on one slide.
2. Yearbook
I know that 2020 is not an ideal year to create Annual slides. But you can create a ten-year annual with photos from each year. It can be the perfect gift for your parent’s wedding anniversary or your child’s 10th birthday. I like that Google renders each slide with different colors and styles.
3. Wedding Planning
This is suitable for Wedding Planners. If you’re in a wedding planning business, you can use the built-in Google Slides template to create the perfect wedding plan for your clients. The template includes event timeline, photos, things to do, etc. Includes all necessary slides.
4. Chalkboard
The chalkboard is an excellent template for teachers in elementary school. It mimics a beautiful green background with fun elements. Each slide has a different background with its dynamic design. Fill each slide with relevant information and start the lesson in Google Meet.
5. Recipe
The recipe, as the name suggests, is an ideal template for those who want to share the recipe details of the delicious dish. If you run cooking classes and a recipe blog, this could be an excellent template for creating a presentation. I love that every slide has a kitchen-themed background.
6. Technology Bulletin Presentation
A great professional newsletter is all you need to keep your colleagues up to date with the latest news from your tech company. But if you want them to read it, you need to grab their attention, suggest something interesting. This new free presentation template can help you build teamwork.
7. COVID-19
The coronavirus epidemic has become one of the most notorious events of the decade, if not the current century. Every piece of information helps a lot, so this template can help you create useful and informative presentations about this virus. The slide deck uses realistic 3D backgrounds of viruses and microorganisms to draw attention and put everything in context at first glance.
8. CV
A good CV is the key to unlocking the best job interviews. The design of this presentation is based on geometric patterns and triangular shapes that add dynamism and a sense of rhythm and movement to whatever you want to say. You can showcase any information using a timeline, job position, education, and more.
9. Economics Thesis
If numbers, exchange rates, money and commerce are your strengths, you’re working on an economics thesis for your master’s degree. Forget about boring slide designs and enjoy our modern illustrations; this is like saying your analysis is up to date with current trends.
10. Project Wireframe
Are you considering starting a new project? You may want to discuss this idea with seniors through wireframes, the problem you are aiming to solve, the current trend, and more. I like that it comes with the Balsamiq plugin, as Balsamiq is one of the best wireframe tools.
11. Web Project Proposal
We live in the age of the Internet, which means that web design is one of the most in-demand skills right now. This free template is perfect for designers who want to present their web project proposals to their clients and preview the final work. Graphic elements, colors and a dark blue/light green palette give it a cool nerdy look.
Master Google Slides
The template list above is just the tip of the iceberg. The software is packed with nifty tips and tricks. With proper use of a template, you can quickly become familiar with the capabilities of Google Slides. If you come across any unique third-party templates on the web, share them in the comments section below.
Next: Looking to spice up your Google Slides presentations? Read the post below to learn how to add animation in Google Slides.
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