Embedding Google Slides in Google Sites
Getting Google Slides presentations onto your Google Sites page is straightforward once you know the steps. The process takes just a few minutes and lets you display dynamic presentations directly on your site without any coding knowledge.
TL;DR:
- Use the embed feature in Google Sites to add Google Slides presentations to your pages
- Set your presentation sharing to "Anyone with the link can view" before embedding
- You can embed multiple presentations on the same page
- Viewers can watch presentations but cannot edit them through the embedded version
- Both Google Sites and Google Slides require a Google account to use
Preparing Your Presentation
Before you can embed your Google Slides presentation, make sure it's ready for public viewing. Open your presentation in Google Slides and click the blue "Share" button in the top right corner.
Change the sharing settings to "Anyone with the link can view". This prevents visitors from getting permission errors when they try to view your embedded presentation. Without this step, only people signed into Google accounts with explicit access will be able to see your slides.
Review your presentation content one more time. Once it's embedded on your site, any changes you make to the original Google Slides file will automatically appear in the embedded version.
Adding the Presentation to Your Site
Open your Google Sites page in edit mode. Click where you want your presentation to appear, then look for the "Insert" panel on the right side of your screen.
In the Insert panel, you'll see several options including "Embed". Click on this option.
You have two ways to embed your presentation:
Method 1: Using the URL
Copy the sharing link from your Google Slides presentation and paste it into the URL field in Google Sites. The system will automatically detect that it's a Google Slides presentation and create the appropriate embed code.
Method 2: Using embed code
In your Google Slides presentation, click "File" then "Publish to the web". Click the "Embed" tab and copy the HTML code provided. Paste this code into the "Embed code" option in Google Sites.
Adjusting Display Settings
Once your presentation appears on the page, you can resize it by dragging the corners of the embed frame. Consider your page layout and make sure the presentation is large enough to be readable but doesn't dominate the entire page.
Click "Preview" to see how your presentation looks to visitors. The embedded version will show your slides with navigation controls that let viewers move through the presentation at their own pace.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
If your presentation isn't appearing, check the sharing settings again. The most common problem is having the presentation set to "Restricted" access instead of "Anyone with the link can view".
If the presentation appears but looks cramped or cut off, try adjusting the embed frame size. You can also go back to your Google Slides presentation and check that all your content fits properly within the slide boundaries.
FAQs
Can I embed multiple Google Slides presentations on one page?
Yes, you can add as many presentations as you want to a single page. Just repeat the embedding process for each one.
Can viewers edit my presentation through the embedded version?
No, embedded presentations are view-only. Visitors can navigate through the slides but cannot make changes to the content.
Will changes to my original presentation appear in the embedded version?
Yes, the embedded version links to your original file. Any updates you make will automatically show up on your website.
Do I need a Google account to do this?
Yes, you need a Google account to use both Google Sites and Google Slides.
Jargon Buster
Google Sites – Google's website builder that lets you create simple websites without coding knowledge
Google Slides – Google's presentation software, similar to PowerPoint but web-based
Embed – Adding content from one website or service into another website so it displays seamlessly
Sharing settings – Controls who can view, comment on, or edit your Google files
Wrap-up
Embedding Google Slides presentations adds visual interest to your Google Sites pages and helps you share information in an engaging format. The key is making sure your sharing settings are correct before you embed.
Remember that any changes you make to your original presentation will automatically update on your website, so you can keep your content fresh without re-embedding anything.
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