How To Add Videos To Google Slides On Ipad

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Integrating videos into your Google Slides presentations on an iPad can significantly enhance engagement and deliver your message with more impact. While the process on an iPad differs slightly from a desktop, it's definitely achievable! This comprehensive guide will walk you through each step, ensuring you can seamlessly add videos to your next Google Slides presentation on your iPad.

Let's dive in and make your presentations come alive!

Step 1: Prepare Your Video (and Yourself for Success!)

Before we even touch Google Slides, let's make sure your video is ready to shine. Think of this as the warm-up before the main event!

Sub-heading 1.1: Choose the Right Video Source

Google Slides on an iPad primarily supports videos from two sources:

YouTube: This is often the easiest and most reliable option, especially for publicly available content.
Google Drive: For personal videos, recordings, or content not publicly available on YouTube, Google Drive is your go-to.
Direct upload from your iPad's local storage to Google Slides is generally not an option through the Google Slides iPad app directly, so we'll be leveraging the web browser method for some scenarios.

Sub-heading 1.2: Optimize Your Video for Google Slides

While Google Slides supports various formats (MP4, MOV, AVI, WMV, FLV), MP4 and MOV are generally the most recommended for smooth playback.

Resolution: For optimal viewing on an iPad, consider a resolution of 1080p (1920x1080) or 720p (1280x720). Higher resolutions might lead to larger file sizes and potential playback issues.
File Size: Keep your video file sizes reasonable. While Google Drive allows for very large files (up to 5 TB with sufficient storage), excessively large videos can lead to slow uploads and buffering during playback, especially if your internet connection isn't stellar. If your video is very large, consider compressing it using a video compression app on your iPad or a desktop tool before uploading to Google Drive.
Internet Connection: Remember, embedded YouTube videos and even Google Drive videos, unless specifically downloaded for offline access, will require an active internet connection for playback during your presentation.

Step 2: Access Google Slides via Safari (The Secret Weapon!)

While the Google Slides app on iPad is great for editing, its video insertion capabilities are more limited than the desktop version. This is where your iPad's Safari browser comes in handy.

Sub-heading 2.1: Open Google Drive and Get Your Presentation Link

Launch the Google Drive app on your iPad.
Navigate to the presentation you want to edit.
Tap the three dots next to your presentation's file name.
Scroll down and select ***"Copy link"***. This will copy the shareable link to your clipboard.

Sub-heading 2.2: Open Safari and Request Desktop Site

Open the Safari browser on your iPad.
Paste the copied link into the address bar and tap "Go". This will open your Google Slides presentation in the web browser.
Once the presentation loads, look for the "Aa" icon in the top-left corner of the Safari address bar.
Tap the "Aa" icon and select "Request Desktop Website" from the dropdown menu. This is a crucial step as it tricks Google Slides into thinking you're on a desktop computer, enabling more features.

Step 3: Insert Your Video – YouTube or Google Drive

Now that you're in the "desktop" version of Google Slides on your iPad, you can insert your video.

Sub-heading 3.1: Inserting a YouTube Video

On the slide where you want to add the video, tap "Insert" in the top menu bar.
From the dropdown, select ***"Video"***.
A new window will appear with options to search for YouTube videos or insert by URL.
- Search: Type keywords to search for the desired YouTube video directly.
- By URL: If you already have the YouTube video URL, paste it into the "By URL" tab.
Once you've found or pasted your video, tap ***"Select"***. The video will now be embedded on your slide.

Sub-heading 3.2: Inserting a Video from Google Drive

Ensure your video is already uploaded to your Google Drive. If not, go to the Google Drive app on your iPad, tap the "+" icon, select ***"Upload"***, and choose your video from your device's photos/videos. Wait for it to upload completely.
Back in Google Slides in Safari (desktop site mode), tap "Insert" in the top menu bar.
From the dropdown, select ***"Video"***.
In the video insertion window, switch to the "Google Drive" tab.
Browse your Google Drive to locate the video file you want to insert. You can use the search bar if you have many files.
Select the video and tap ***"Select"***. The video will be added to your slide.

Step 4: Position, Resize, and Customize Your Video

Once the video is on your slide, you'll want to adjust its appearance and playback settings.

Sub-heading 4.1: Adjusting Size and Position

Resize: Tap on the video to select it. You'll see blue boxes around the corners and edges. Drag these boxes to resize the video. Hold down the shift key while dragging a corner to maintain the aspect ratio (though this might be tricky on an iPad without a keyboard).
Reposition: Tap and drag the video anywhere on the slide to move it to your desired location.

Sub-heading 4.2: Video Playback Options

With the video selected, a "Format options" sidebar might appear on the right side of your screen (if not, tap "Format" in the top menu and then ***"Format options"***). This sidebar offers crucial playback settings:

Video playback:
- Play (on click): The video starts playing when you click on it during the presentation (default).
- Play (automatically): The video starts playing as soon as you land on the slide. This is great for an immersive experience.
- Play (manual): The video plays only when you specifically tap on the embedded video player.
Start and End Time: You can trim the video to play only a specific section. Enter the desired start and end times.
Mute audio: Check this box to mute the video's audio by default.
Other options: You can also adjust the video's size and rotation, add a drop shadow, and control its position using precise X and Y coordinates.

Step 5: Save and Present!

Once you're happy with your video, it's time to save and share your enhanced presentation.

Google Slides automatically saves your changes as you work, so you don't typically need to look for a "save" button.
To exit the editing view in Safari, you can simply close the tab or navigate away.
When you're ready to present, you can open the Google Slides app on your iPad, select your presentation, and tap the "Present" icon. Your embedded videos should now play as configured!

Congratulations! You've successfully added a video to your Google Slides presentation on your iPad. Your audience is in for a treat!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How to troubleshoot video playback issues on Google Slides on iPad?

Check your internet connection.
Ensure the video format is supported (MP4, MOV are best).
Verify the video's privacy settings (especially for YouTube videos).
Try clearing your Safari browser's cache and cookies.
Ensure your Google Slides app and iPadOS are up to date.

How to ensure my embedded YouTube video plays automatically?

In the Google Slides web version (using Safari with desktop site requested), select the embedded video, open "Format options," and under "Video playback," choose "Play (automatically)."

How to upload a video to Google Drive from my iPad for use in Google Slides?

Open the Google Drive app on your iPad, tap the + icon, select Upload, and choose your video from your iPad's photo library.

How to add a local video from my iPad directly into Google Slides?

You cannot directly upload local videos from your iPad to Google Slides within the Google Slides app. The best method is to first upload the video to Google Drive (as described above) and then insert it from Google Drive using the Safari desktop site method.

How to resize and reposition a video on a Google Slides slide on iPad?

Tap the video to select it, then drag the blue handles on the corners to resize. Tap and drag the center of the video to reposition it.

How to mute the audio of an embedded video in Google Slides?

Select the video, open "Format options," and check the "Mute audio" box under "Video playback."

How to trim a video within Google Slides on iPad?

Select the video, open "Format options," and under "Video playback," you'll find "Start time" and "End time" fields where you can enter the desired duration.

How to tell if a video is too large for Google Slides on iPad?

While there isn't a strict "too large" limit beyond your Google Drive storage, excessively large videos can lead to slow uploads and buffering during playback. Aim for optimized resolutions like 1080p or 720p and consider compression for very long or high-resolution videos.

How to get the "Insert Video" option if it's missing in the Google Slides iPad app?

The Google Slides iPad app has limitations. If you don't see the "Insert Video" option, or it's limited, you must use the Safari browser, request the "Desktop Website," and access Google Slides that way to insert videos from YouTube or Google Drive.

How to ensure my video plays correctly during a presentation on different devices?

Always test your presentation on the device you plan to present on. Ensure a stable internet connection. If sharing, confirm that anyone viewing the presentation has appropriate viewing permissions for the video in Google Drive (if applicable) or that the YouTube video is publicly accessible.

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