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How to convert a Word document to a PowerPoint presentation

Whether you’re more comfortable working in PowerPoint or you’d like to present the content of your Word document in a different way, we’ve got you covered, There are a few different ways to convert a Word document to a PowerPoint presentation. If you have a Microsoft 365 account, you can use Word for the Web to make the conversion or you can do it directly with PowerPoint. There’s another option, too. Don’t want to convert your document to a presentation, but still need to use it as a reference? You can insert it as an object directly in a slide. If this all sounds super complicated, don’t worry. We’ll guide you each step of the way.

Convert a Word Document to a PowerPoint Presentation Using Word for the Web

First, open your web browser and log in to Office. Once logged in, open the document you want to convert in Word for the Web, and click the “File” tab in the top-left corner of the window.

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Click “Export” in the left-hand pane and select “Export to PowerPoint Presentation (Preview).”

The Export to Presentation window will appear. Here, select the design theme you’d like to use and click “Export.”

Word for the Web will then begin preparing your new presentation. Once ready, click “Open Presentation.”

Your presentation will open in PowerPoint for the Web. If you need a local copy, you can always download it by going to File > Save as > Download a Copy.

Convert a Word Document to a PowerPoint Presentation Using PowerPoint

You can convert your Word document to a PowerPoint presentation using PowerPoint itself, but you’ll need to make sure your Word document is properly formatted for the conversion first. For content that you want to use as a slide title, make sure you give it the Heading 1 style. For content you want to use as text in the slide, give it the Heading 2 style.

Once you’re ready, open PowerPoint and make sure you’re in the “Home” tab. Next, select “New Slide” in the ribbon and then “Slides from Outline” from the bottom of the menu that appears.

From here, locate the Word document you want to use, select it, and click “Insert.”

PowerPoint will then do its thing. While this way isn’t as good as using Word for the Web, it’ll still get the job done.

Insert Your Word Document as an Object in Your Presentation

If you’re not interested in converting your Word document to a PowerPoint presentation, you can insert it as an object for quick access.

Before we proceed, it’s important you understand the difference between the two types of objects you can insert your document as: Linked or Embedded.

The main difference between the two is where the data is stored. If you embed the object in your presentation, the data from that object is stored in the presentation. This is good if you’re worried about the location of the word document changing (which can break a linked object), but it will increase your file size. A linked object only inserts a link to the source file. In other words, the data from the object isn’t stored in the presentation—it simply links to it. This will keep your file size down, but that link may break if the source file is moved to a different location.

To insert your Word document as an object in your presentation, open your presentation and navigate to the slide you would like to add the object to. From there, click the “Insert” tab and select “Object.”

The Insert Object window will appear. Select “Create from File and click “Browse.”

Locate and select the document you would like to insert. Once inserted, you have two choices. You can either display the entire Word document in the PowerPoint slide or simply display the document icon. If you choose the latter, the document will open in Word when selected.

Click “OK” to insert the object. That’s all there is to it!

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This wikiHow article will show you the best way to convert a Microsoft Word document into a PowerPoint presentation on your PC or Mac. By making a few quick formatting changes to your document, you can import the document into PowerPoint and automatically create pre-formatted slides without having to retype anything!

Exporting Word Documents to PowerPoint

In Word, highlight and change your title text to “Heading 1” and the information under each title to “Heading 2.” Save your document. In PowerPoint, open a blank presentation and click New Slide > Slides from Outline. Select your Word document and click “Insert.”

• Each section needs a title at the top, and the title should be on its own line. The title will then become the title of that section's PowerPoint slide.
• For example, let's say the first page of your Word document contains sales information that you'd like to appear on a PowerPoint slide called "Sales." At the top of that section, you'd type "Sales" as the title, since you want that to be the name of your slide. Below that would be the content of the slide.
• Press Enter or Return after each section so there's at least one empty line between the end of a section and the title of the next slide.

• If you don't see style examples on the toolbar, click the Styles menu to view them.

• Once you change the first title to "Header 1," go through the rest of your document and do the same with other slide titles. You'll want all of the titles to be set to this style so they'll convert properly.

• Make sure you have at least one blank line between the title and the rest of the page's content.

• In the content area, press the Enter or Return key to add space between every block of text you want separated on the slide. Every individual line or paragraph will be a different bullet on your final slide.

• Text formatted with "Heading 3"

• If you delete the spaces between lines or try to add new text, it may not be formatted correctly, so always do this step last.

• Close Word when you're finished so there are no conflicts with PowerPoint in the remaining steps.

• Every title you set to "Header 1" appears on its own slide, along with its corresponding content, which you set to "Header 2."
• You can now design the slides however you'd like using all of your favorite PowerPoint tools.
• Word will not automatically convert images for you—you will have to manually add the images into your presentation.

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Hi, Office Insiders, my name is Mohit Anand, and I’m a Program Manager on the PowerPoint team. I’m glad to share that a new scenario  is now available in Word for the web .  You can now export  Word document s   in to PowerPoint presentation s .  

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Have you  ever  wished you could easily export an existing  Word document into a great PowerPoint presentation?  If so, the wait is over!   

When you use the Export command, it creates a  presentation  based on   all   the summarized sections of the document.  It also  adds   imagery, icons, videos, themes, and fonts  using  AI.  

How it works  

To turn your Word document into a PowerPoint presentation:  

• Open any document  you want to convert into a presentation  in Word for  the  web.  
• Click  File   >   Export > Export to PowerPoint presentation .  
• When  prompted ,  choose a design theme for your presentation.  
• Click  Open presentation  to  re view  the results  in PowerPoint for  the   w eb.  
• The presentation  w ill  be  created  in the OneDrive  root folder  of the user who used this option.  

Scenarios to try  

• Open a Word document and explore the available PowerPoint themes.  
• Open a Word document that is mostly text and see  which AI-backed assets are  added  by clicking on  Export .  

Known Issues  

• This feature is currently only available in English.  
• It is not available in the Internet Explorer  and Safari  browser.  
• We only support text content for the transformation to presentation, other media content support is not  currently  available.   You can add your own media to the presentation after  you have  exported  your Word document.  

Availability   

Export  your document to  PowerPoint presentation is rolling out to  all Word for the web users shortly .    

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Not all presentations have to be made in PowerPoint. If your presentation's content is in a Word document (DOCX file), there are a couple of ways to turn your document into a PowerPoint presentation (PPTX file).

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You can easily  convert a Word document to a PowerPoint file on the web . It's an easy process, but you do have to upload your document to Microsoft's web app. If you'd rather work with your file locally, there's a way to do that on your PC.

Microsoft Word's desktop app doesn't offer the above feature to automatically convert Word files to PowerPoint. Instead, it uses a manual workaround to convert your files.

This workaround involves formatting your Word document in a way that PowerPoint accepts and then importing the document into the PowerPoint app.

First, Format the Word Document

The first step is to make your Word document PowerPoint compatible. To do this, apply the H1 header style to all headers and the H2 header style to all paragraphs in your document.

Start by opening your document with Microsoft Word. In the Word window, select a header in your document.

While the header is selected, in the "Styles" section at the top of the Word window, click the "Heading 1" style. Do this for all the headers in your document.

Next, select the paragraph beneath your header. Then, in the "Styles" section at the top, click "More," and then select "Heading 2." Format all of your document paragraphs this way.

Finally, click File > Save in Word's menu bar to save the document. (Alternatively, press Ctrl+s on Windows or Command+s on Mac.)

Close the document in Word.

Next, Import the Word Document into PowerPoint

Your Word document is now ready to be imported into PowerPoint and converted into a presentation.

Start the import process by opening PowerPoint on your computer. On the first screen in PowerPoint, click "Blank Presentation" to make a new presentation.

In the PowerPoint editing window that opens, click the "Home" tab at the top. Then, in the "Slides" section at the top, click the arrow icon beside "New Slide."

Select "Slides from Outline" in the menu that appears.

PowerPoint will ask you to select the file to import into your presentation. Here, select the Word document that you formatted earlier.

Your Word document will now be converted into a PowerPoint presentation. Each "Header 1" in your Word document will now have a dedicated slide in the presentation. Review this presentation and make changes to it if you want.

Lastly, save the presentation by clicking File > Save in PowerPoint's menu bar.

And that's all. Your Word document is now ready to be presented to your audience!

Now that you're done, if you have a PowerPoint presentation that you'd like to convert to Word , there's a way to do that, too.

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How to insert a word document into PowerPoint: Step-by-Step Guide

Inserting a Word document into PowerPoint can be a game-changer when you’re trying to create a dynamic presentation. With just a few clicks, you can integrate all the information from a Word doc into your slides, making it easier for your audience to follow along. So, let’s dive in and learn how to do it!

Step by Step Tutorial on How to Insert a Word Document into PowerPoint

Before we jump into the steps, know that inserting a Word document will save you loads of time copying and pasting text. You can insert the whole document, or just parts of it, into your presentation.

Step 1: Open your PowerPoint presentation

To start, open the PowerPoint presentation where you want to insert the Word document.

Opening PowerPoint is as simple as clicking on the icon on your desktop or searching for it in your computer’s search bar. Once the program is open, you can either create a new presentation or open an existing one where you want to insert the document.

Step 2: Click on the "Insert" tab

Look for the "Insert" tab at the top of the PowerPoint window and click on it.

The "Insert" tab is where all the magic happens. It’s where you can add all sorts of things to your slides, like pictures, charts, and yes, documents!

Step 3: Select "Object" in the "Text" group

Within the "Insert" tab, you’ll find a group labeled "Text." Click on "Object" located in this group.

When you click on "Object," a dialog box will pop up that offers you several options for what kind of object you want to insert. This is where you’ll be able to insert your Word document.

Step 4: Choose "Create from file" and browse for your Word document

In the dialog box, select "Create from file," then click "Browse" to find and select your Word document.

Choosing "Create from file" allows you to insert the document as is, without any need to modify it first. Once you’ve found the file, select it and click "OK."

Step 5: Decide whether to link to the Word document

You have the option to link to the Word document. If you choose this, any changes made to the Word file will update in PowerPoint.

Linking to the Word document can be handy if you’re working on a document that’s frequently updated. However, if the file is final, you might not want to link it.

Step 6: Click "OK" to insert the Word document into your slide

After making your choice about linking, click "OK," and your Word document will be inserted into your PowerPoint slide.

And just like that, your document is now a part of your PowerPoint presentation! You can resize and move the object around on your slide to fit your layout.

After completing these steps, your Word document will be successfully inserted into your PowerPoint presentation. You can now manipulate the document within your slide, zoom in on specific sections, or scroll through the pages.

Tips for Inserting a Word Document into PowerPoint

• Make sure your Word document is finalized before inserting it to avoid unnecessary edits in PowerPoint.
• If you link the Word document, remember that any changes made to the original file will reflect in the presentation.
• Keep your Word document short and concise; lengthy documents can be overwhelming in a presentation.
• Consider breaking up the document into sections and inserting them on different slides for clarity.
• Use the "Format Object" options in PowerPoint to enhance the inserted document’s appearance with borders or effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can i edit the word document once it’s inserted into powerpoint.

No, you can’t directly edit the Word document in PowerPoint. You’ll need to edit the original Word file and then re-insert or update the link in PowerPoint.

Will the formatting from the Word document transfer over to PowerPoint?

Yes, most formatting will transfer over, but some complex elements may not appear exactly as they do in Word.

What if I only want to insert part of the Word document?

You can either edit the Word document before inserting it or take a screenshot of the part you want and insert it as an image.

Can I insert a Word document into PowerPoint on a Mac?

Yes, the process is similar on a Mac. You’ll use the "Insert" tab and the "Object" option to insert the Word document.

Is it possible to insert a Word document into an existing text box in PowerPoint?

No, you cannot insert a Word document into an existing text box. The document is inserted as an object that can be resized and moved, but not within a text box.

• Open your PowerPoint presentation
• Click on the "Insert" tab
• Select "Object" in the "Text" group
• Choose "Create from file" and browse for your Word document
• Decide whether to link to the Word document
• Click "OK" to insert the Word document into your slide

Inserting a Word document into PowerPoint is a seamless way to enhance your presentation without the hassle of manually copying text. It’s a straightforward process that can save you time and keep your slides looking professional and uniform. Whether you’re presenting in a classroom, a boardroom, or at a conference, the ability to incorporate a Word document directly into your PowerPoint slides is an invaluable skill.

Remember, once inserted, treat the document as you would any other element in PowerPoint. Resize it, position it, and make sure it complements your presentation’s overall flow. And don’t forget, if you link the document, any updates you make in Word will automatically reflect in PowerPoint, keeping your content fresh and up-to-date.

Now that you know how to insert a word document into PowerPoint, start integrating your reports, essays, and other documents into your presentations to create a more dynamic and informative experience for your audience. Happy presenting!

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Many people require making presentations to summarize lengthy documents. In such a case, copying text to create slides can be quite laborious. To save time, one can insert a Word document into PowerPoint to make generating new presentations easier or share a file within a presentation deck with a user.

There are three different ways by which you can insert a Word doc in PowerPoint. It can be exported as a presentation, the outline for the file can be imported to build upon the basic structure of the document, or the entire document can be inserted as an object.

Export Word to PowerPoint

To export a Microsoft Word document as a presentation deck, you will require opening it in Word for the web, a.k.a. Word Online. To export a document, open it in Word for the web, and go to File > Export > Export to PowerPoint Presentation .

In the next step, select a theme for the exported document, or you can open it as a blank presentation.

The file’s content will be summarized in the form of PowerPoint slides and exported to the selected theme.

Once the document is ready, click Open Presentation to launch your Word document as a PowerPoint slide deck.

To further design your slides, you can use PowerPoint Designer for suggestions, including themes and images that might suit your presentation.

Below is an example of a Word document exported to PowerPoint as a presentation deck.

Import Outline from a Word Document

Sometimes, it’s not the several pages of text but the outline needed to start creating a presentation . To import the outline from a Word file, you will require the headings to be present hierarchically (e.g., H1, H2, and H3).  

To import the outline, go to the Home tab and select New Slide > Slides from Outline .

Select the document you wish to use for importing the outline and click Insert .

This will import the document headings as an outline in PowerPoint.

Insert Word Document as an Object

When sharing a presentation via email, inserting documents as objects can enable the end user to open them instantly.  To do this, go to Insert > Object .

In the dialog box that opens up, go to Create from File , browse and select your document. You can either insert the document as a link or as an icon in the presentation slide.

Word File as a link in PowerPoint

The below image shows a Word document inserted in PowerPoint as a link. In this case, a thumbnail image is automatically generated.

Word File as an Icon in PowerPoint

The below image shows a Word document inserted in PowerPoint as an icon.

Regardless of whether you insert a Word document as a link or icon, once the link or Word icon is clicked, the document will open up.

Third-Party Conversion Tools

Word to powerpoint converters.

You can use online converters that can directly convert Word to PPT, such as Convertio, Online2PDF, Online-Convert, etc.

Using Adobe Acrobat to Convert Word to PPT

You can also use third-party conversion tools to convert Word documents to PowerPoint. Many tools, such as Adobe Acrobat or Wondershare PDFelement, require converting the document to PDF from Word before converting it to PowerPoint.

Inserting a Word document into PowerPoint can save time when creating presentations, especially for summarizing lengthy documents. It lets you easily share detailed information within a presentation deck and maintain the document’s structure and content.

Yes, you must use Word Online (Word for the web) to export a document directly to PowerPoint.

Inserting a Word document as a link or an icon allows users to quickly access the full document by clicking on the link or icon. This method is useful for sharing detailed documents within a presentation without cluttering the slides.

Yes, if you insert the Word document as an object, you can double-click the link or icon to open and edit the document. Changes made will be reflected when the document is reopened from PowerPoint.

When inserting a Word document into PowerPoint, consider the format and structure of the document. Ensure that headings and sections are clearly defined to smooth the import process. Additionally, be mindful of the file size and content layout to maintain readability and performance.

To ensure formatting is preserved: – Use consistent styles and headings in your Word document. – Choose appropriate export or conversion options that retain the document’s structure. – Review and adjust the PowerPoint slides after importing to ensure the layout meets your needs.

Yes, after importing a Word document into PowerPoint, you can customize its appearance using PowerPoint’s design tools. You can apply themes, adjust layouts, and use PowerPoint Designer for additional design suggestions.

Word documents often contain information that is required to create presentations. Whether you wish to create a version of the document as a PowerPoint presentation, generate an outline from it, or simply insert it in a slide, the steps mentioned above can help you insert Word into PowerPoint to match your needs. If you don’t have Word installed on your computer or a Microsoft account to use the online version of Word, you can use third-party conversion tools to convert Word to PowerPoint.

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Your Word document’s first-level heading will become the cover slide. Your second-level headings will become the individual slide titles. For information about creating headings, see “ How to Create and Customize Headings in Microsoft Word (PC & Mac) .

• Log in to your Microsoft 365 account at microsoft365.com using a browser such as Edge or Chrome. (This feature isn’t available in the Safari browser.)
• If your Word file is stored on your computer, select the Upload option.

• Locate and select the Word file in the Open dialog box and then select the Open button.

• After your file opens, select the File tab.

• Select the Export tab.
• Select the Export to PowerPoint presentation option.

• Select a design option from the Export to presentation dialog box. (Select the See more themes button, if necessary.)

Pro Tip: You can change and customize your design later, so don’t worry if you can’t find one that is perfect.

• Select the Export button.

• Select the Open Presentation button.

Your Word document will appear as slides in PowerPoint for the web. The new PowerPoint (.pptx) file should be saved in your OneDrive account. Continue to edit the slides in PowerPoint for the web, as you normally would.

Alternatively, download the file to your computer in order to customize your slides in the PowerPoint desktop app.

How to Download PowerPoint for the Web Files to Your Computer

• Select the File tab.

• Select the Save as option.

• Select the Download a copy option.

• Select the Download button in the dialog box.

• Locate and select the file in your browser’s Download folder or press Windows + E to open File Explorer.
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How to Convert a Word Document into a PowerPoint Presentation

Easily convert a Word document into a PowerPoint presentation by formatting the document with proper Headings to automatically create separate slides in the presentation.

If you are heavily invested in Microsoft Office and use it for both personal and professional purposes, chances are you might need to convert your document from one format to another. One of the most common conversions users generally go with is Word document to PowerPoint presentation.

Copy/pasting the content of a document in a presentation is not feasible if the document is lengthy. Also, with the conversion feature embedded right into Microsoft Word, the need to use such outdated concepts negates. The feature to convert uses Artificial Intelligence for the job and is highly effective.

Preparing the Document for Converting into a Presentation

It is fairly easy to convert, given, you are aware of the basic formatting. All you have to do is format the text using the various heading options available in Microsoft Word.

The conversion process will use the Headings in your Word document and create separate slides based on the same into a PowerPoint presentation.

Since we are discussing the basics of the subject, we will only be using ‘Heading 1’ for slide’s Title in the converted presentation and ‘Heading 2’ as the slide content. You can similarly use the other available options in the ‘Style’ section of Word to enhance the clarity and quality of the presentation.

To format the titles, highlight them and then select ‘Heading 1’ from the ‘Styles’ section at the top. Remember, this will be used as the slide title in the PowerPoint presentation after being converted.

For the text under the heading, you can use other heading options. Again, highlight the content under the topic and select ‘Heading 2’. Since this will be nested under the Heading 1 that we previously used, the conversion process will put it as the slide content for the heading.

You can similarly format the rest of the document and make it readable and ready for conversion.

After you format the text, the text color will change to blue, which can be changed later on, using the themes options in Word.

To change the theme, go to the ‘Design’ tab at the top and then select the suitable document formatting from the listed options.

In this case, we have used ‘Basic (Stylish)’ and the text now looks green which is catchy and enhances the visual appeal of a presentation.

Converting Word Document to Presentation

There are two ways you can convert your document to a presentation, either through Microsoft Word or through Microsoft PowerPoint. However, for both methods, you will have to format the text in headings (for slide titles) and sub-headings (for slide content) structure in the document so that it can be converted.

Converting with Microsoft Word

After you have formatted the document, you will need to add the option to convert a document to presentation in the app’s toolbar, if not enabled currently, which will then be added to the top of Microsoft Word.

Click on the ‘File’ menu at the top-left corner to view the various options.

You can now view the information of the current document along with a bunch of features on the left. To enable the conversion icon, select ‘Options’ from the list on the left.

The ‘Word Options’ window will open, select the ‘Quick-Access Toolbar’ tab on the left.

You can now customize the quick access toolbar from this section. Click on the box under ‘Choose commands from’ and select ‘All Commands’ from the drop-down menu.

Next, scroll down and look for ‘Send to Microsoft PowerPoint’ from the list and click on ‘Add’ to enable it. The options are listed in alphabetical order; therefore, it wouldn’t be difficult to locate it. After you have added the feature to Microsoft Word, click on ‘OK’ at the bottom to save the changes and close the window.

Now, to convert the document into a PowerPoint presentation, click on ‘Send to Microsoft PowerPoint’ icon that we just added in the instructions above. You can find it above the ribbon bar in Word.

After you click on ‘Send to Microsoft PowerPoint’ icon, the conversion process will begin. It may take some time depending on the document type and length to convert it. Once the conversion is done, the document will now be in form of a presentation, differentiated by the headings we used earlier.

Converting with Microsoft PowerPoint

The process to convert a Word document to a PowerPoint Presentation is intricate in Microsoft Word, however, it is pretty straightforward and simple in Microsoft PowerPoint.

Open a new presentation on Microsoft PowerPoint and then select the ‘Insert’ tab at the top.

In the ‘Insert’ tab, you will see the option to add various items to the presentation. Since we are here to add a document, click on the ‘New Slide’ icon, the first option from the left. Next, select ‘Slides from Outline’ from the drop-down menu.

The ‘Insert Outline’ window will open where you can locate and select the document which you want to convert. After you have selected the document, click on ‘Insert’ at the bottom to convert and add to Microsoft PowerPoint.

The Word document is now converted to a PowerPoint presentation and the content is distributed between slides by the heading levels that we earlier formatted.

Converting a document to a presentation might have seemed like a herculean task earlier, but it won’t be the case from now on. You can use either of the two methods discussed above for the conversion and save yourself from the hassle of copy/paste. Also, do remember to format the text accurately to attain effective results.

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Microsoft's support documentation states you can click File -> Export -> Export to PowerPoint from within Word, but this option does not appear for most users.

If your Word doc is primarily text content that would require you to design new slides from scratch, we recommend using an AI presentation builder like Plus AI  to convert it into slides.

Can I convert Word to PowerPoint for free? 

Yes, you can use Plus AI's free Word to PPT tool to convert a Word doc into a presentation.

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Yes, Plus AI offers a free Word to PPT converter that will read a Word doc and transform it into a Google Slides or PowerPoint presentation.

Why can't I convert Word to PowerPoint?

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If you need to transform text content into a presentation format, try using an AI presentation tool like Plus AI instead.

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How to Convert a Word Document to a PowerPoint Presentation

To convert a Word document to a PowerPoint presentation is a relatively easy process that takes just a few steps. Although it’s not perfect.

Microsoft PowerPoint presentations sometimes grow out of Microsoft Word documents. Sure, you can go back and forth using copy/paste to create your presentation. However, there’s an easier way to do this by making two slight changes to the Microsoft Word text . Here are some ways to convert a Word document to a PowerPoint presentation.

Step One: Change Your Word Document

The first thing you need to do to convert a Word Document to a PowerPoint Presentation is to make formatting changes to the former. In the following example, we’ve taken text published in a GroovyPost article about podcasts .

When brought to Microsoft Word, this content was divided into two sections for each podcast: the header and the body.

To more easily convert this content for PowerPoint use, we’re changing each heading to Heading 1 style while changing the body to Heading 2 style . You can adjust the styles by clicking on the Home section, then choosing Styles. Repeat for each section. Once you’re finished changing your text to Heading 1 and Heading 2 sections, save your Microsoft Word document.

Here’s the finished Word document in our example; your document might look different, depending on the styles:

Step Two: Import Into Microsoft PowerPoint

It’s now time to convert a Word document to a PowerPoint presentation by following the directions below.

• Open Microsoft PowerPoint .
• Create a new Microsoft PowerPoint presentation .
• Select Home > New Slide > Slides from Outline .

• Choose the Microsoft Word document that includes the Headline 1 and Headline 2 styles mentioned above.
• Click Insert .

Each page in the new PowerPoint presentation includes every instance of the Headline 1 and Headline 2 styles.

From here, you can make changes to your Microsoft PowerPoint presentation just as you would any other. In this case, you’re going to need to adjust the fonts and format to suit your tastes better.

Another Option

There’s another way to confirm a Word document into a PowerPoint presentation. It’s not as easy as the option mentioned above. However, it still works and might better suit your situation.

In this example:

• Open Microsoft PowerPoint on your computer.
• Create a new presentation .
• Select the slide where you want to place the Word document.
• Click Insert > Object , which is under the Text section in Object.
• Choose Create From File .
• Click Browse , then find your Microsoft Word document.
• Select OK .

As you can see above, this solution brings everything from the Microsoft Word document into one PowerPoint presentation slide. With lengthy Microsoft Word documents, this isn’t ideal. However, for shorter documents, the solution works well.

The Latest Way

In March 2021, Microsoft announced another way to confirm Word documents into PowerPoint presentations. For now, this solution is only available through Microsoft 365 on the web.

• Log into your Microsoft 365 from the online Office website .
• Open your Word document you wish to convert.
• Choose File > Export > Export to PowerPoint presentation .
• Select a PowerPoint theme .
• Choose Export .

That’s it! Your Word document is converted into a PowerPoint presentation.

The new export to PowerPoint tool isn’t a finished product. It also comes with the following limitations at the time of this writing:

• This feature is currently only available in English.
• You currently cannot use the feature on the Internet Explorer and Safari browsers.
• This feature only supports text content; support for other media content is not currently available.
• You can add your own media to the presentation after you have exported your Word document to a PowerPoint presentation.

No doubt, once Microsoft finishes creating this solution (and on desktop versions), it will quickly become the best way to convert Word documents to PowerPoint presentations. In the meantime, you may have to use one of the other solutions.

Microsoft PowerPoint is a powerful app that’s available on Windows, macOS, and mobile devices. Besides converting Word documents to PowerPoint presentations, you can convert a presentation to a video . You can also  add GIFs to a PowerPoint  and insert PDFs into your PowerPoint .

You can also record or add audio to a PowerPoint to add music or other audio to your presentation. Finally, you can add speaker notes  when presenting live, giving you extra points to mention without filling up your slides.

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Microsoft 365 is a productivity suite that includes Word for writing, PowerPoint for creating presentations, Outlook for email and OneDrive for cloud storage. Whether for work, school, personal use or all of the above, chances are you’ll want access to these apps -- we definitely find them helpful.

A paid Microsoft 365 membership starts at $2 a month or $20 a year for Microsoft 365 Basic tier, so you’ll pay anywhere from $20 to $100 annually, depending on the plan you pick. While that may not sound too bank-breaking, subscription services can add up. Luckily, you can get Microsoft 365 at no cost if you're a student or teacher. If you don't have a school email address, you've got options, including a free trial or relying on the zero-dollar but limited functionality online-only versions of apps like Word.

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Say you're a student, teacher or faculty member with an active school email address. You're probably eligible to get access to Office 365 for free through Microsoft, with access to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote and Teams, plus other classroom tools.

All you have to do is punch in your school email address on this page on Microsoft's website: Office 365 Education . In many cases, you'll be instantly granted access thanks to an automated verification process. If you attend an institution that needs to be verified, it might take up to a month to confirm your eligibility. 

College students can also get Microsoft 365 Personal for $3 a month with a valid school email address.

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Not everyone can take advantage of an email address through an academic institution to get the Microsoft Office suite at no cost. Thankfully, anyone can get a one-month free trial of Microsoft 365. You do need to enter a credit card number. If you don't cancel your subscription before the month is up, you'll be charged $100 for a one-year subscription to Microsoft 365 Family (formerly called Office 365 Home). 

The good news is that you can access a number of apps online for free, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, Outlook, Calendar, My Content, Skype, Designer and Clipchamp as long as you don't need the full suite of Microsoft 365 tools. Here's how to get them: 

1 . Go to Microsoft365.com .

2 . Click Sign up for the free version of Office under the "Sign in" button.

3 . Log in to your Microsoft account or create one for free . If you already have a Windows, Skype or Xbox Live login, you have an active Microsoft account.

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Present a document online using the Office Presentation Service

You can deliver a document from Word using the Office Presentation Service, a free, public service that allows others to follow along in their web browser. No setup is required. Use your free Microsoft account to get started.

In Word, open the document you want to share.

Click File > Share > Present Online .

If you want attendees to be able to download a copy of the document, click the box next to Enable remote viewers to download the document .

Click the Present Online button.

To send your meeting invitation to attendees, choose one of the following:

Copy Link – and paste it somewhere others can access it

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When you’re ready to present your document, click Start Presentation .

To end your online presentation, click the Present Online tab, and choose End Online Presentation .

To confirm that you want to end the presentation, click End Online Presentation .

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