Google Slides is an efficient tool for creating presentations. It provides a variety of features to design engaging slides. One common effect that enhances the aesthetic and visual appeal of your slides is making image backgrounds transparent. Unfortunately, Google Slides does not provide an inbuilt feature to make image backgrounds transparent. But don’t worry! There is a simple workaround using Google Drawings which you can use.
Step-by-Step Guide to Making Image Backgrounds Transparent
Step 1: Open Google Drawings
First, you need to open Google Drawings. You can do this by going to your Google Drive, clicking on New, then More, and finally, Google Drawings.
Step 2: Upload the Image
Next, you need to upload the image that you want to make transparent. In Google Drawings, click on the Insert tab, then Image, and then Upload from computer if the image is on your device. Navigate to where your image is stored and select it.
Step 3: Make the Image Background Transparent
Once your image is uploaded, click on it to select it. Then, click on the Format tab, followed by Format options. Under the Adjustments section, you’ll see the slider for Transparency.
Adjust the slider until you’re happy with the level of transparency. The further you move the slider to the right, the more transparent your image will become.
Step 4: Insert the Transparent Image into Google Slides
Now that you’ve made your image background transparent, it’s time to insert it into your Google Slides. Go to File and then Download. Select PNG image (.png) as your download format.
Once you’ve downloaded your image, navigate back to your Google Slides. Click on the Insert tab, then Image, and then Upload from computer. Select the image you just downloaded, and it will be inserted into your slide with a transparent background.
And there you have it! Though it may seem a bit roundabout, this is currently the easiest way to make an image background transparent in Google Slides. This technique can greatly enhance the visual appeal of your slides, making your presentations much more engaging.
