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How can you Customise Animations in Google Slides

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Ajay Sai

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Published On

June 4th, 2025

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3 min read

Learn how to customize animations in Google Slides to create engaging and dynamic presentations effortlessly

 
Animations in Google Slides can make your presentations more engaging and visually appealing.
By customizing animations, you can control how objects appear, move, or disappear on your slides, creating dynamic effects that captivate your audience.
This guide will take you through the steps to personalize animations in Google Slides and make your presentations stand out.

Steps to Customize Animations in Google Slides

Step 1: Open Your Presentation

Log in to your Google account and open the presentation where you want to add animations.
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Navigate to the slide with the objects (text, images, shapes) you want to animate.

Step 2: Select an Object to Animate

Click on the object (text box, image, or shape) to select it.
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If you want to animate multiple objects, hold down the Shift key while selecting them.

Step 3: Open the Animations Panel

Go to the top menu and click "Insert" > "Animation."
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The Motion sidebar will appear on the right side of the screen.

Step 4: Add an Animation

In the Motion sidebar, click “Add animation.”
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Choose the type of animation from the dropdown menu (e.g., Fade in, Fly in from left).
Adjust the animation’s start condition (e.g., On click, After previous, With previous).

Step 5: Customize Animation Speed

Use the speed slider in the Motion sidebar to adjust how fast or slow the animation occurs.
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Test different speeds to match the pace of your presentation.

Step 6: Add Multiple Animations to One Object

To add additional animations to the same object, click “Add animation” again in the Motion sidebar.
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Choose a different animation type or sequence to layer effects.

Step 7: Preview Your Animations

Click the "Play" button in the Motion sidebar to preview the animations for the current slide.
Make adjustments if needed to ensure smooth transitions and effects.

Step 8: Apply Slide Transitions (Optional)

To animate the transition between slides, select "Slide transition" in the Motion sidebar.
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Choose a transition effect (e.g., Dissolve, Slide, Flip) and adjust its speed.

Step 9: Save and Present Your Animated Slides

After customizing your animations, click "File" > "Save" to ensure changes are preserved.
Enter presentation mode to see how the animations appear to your audience.

Conclusion

Customizing animations in Google Slides is a great way to enhance your presentations and keep your audience engaged.
By following these steps, you can tailor animations to fit your content and deliver a polished, professional presentation.
Experiment with different effects to find the style that best matches your message.

FAQs on Customizing Animations in Google Slides

Can I animate multiple objects at the same time in Google Slides?

Yes, you can select multiple objects and apply the same animation effect to them simultaneously.

Can I control the order of animations?

Absolutely! Drag and rearrange the animations in the Motion sidebar to control the sequence.

Are the animations applied in Google Slides visible in PowerPoint?

No, animations created in Google Slides may not transfer to PowerPoint, as each platform uses different animation engines.
With these steps and tips, you’re ready to create animated presentations that leave a lasting impression!

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