Change Template Colors in Google Slides

How to Change Template Colors in Google Slides

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May 5, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to customize template colors across your Google Slides presentation.

Quick summary

This demo shows how to change template colors in Google Slides using the built-in theme editor. By editing theme colors, you can update the color scheme across every slide in your presentation instantly.

Steps

In the top menu, click Slide.
From the dropdown menu, click Edit theme.
In the theme editor, click Colours at the top.
Under Theme colors on the right side, click the dropdown menu for the color you want to change.
Choose a preset color, or select a custom color if needed.
Your template colors will now be updated throughout the presentation.

📌 Why this matters

Changing template colors in Google Slides lets you instantly apply a consistent color scheme across every slide in your presentation without manually editing individual elements. This is essential for brand alignment, allowing teams to match corporate colors or create visually cohesive decks in seconds. The Google Slides theme editor makes global color customization accessible to anyone, eliminating the need for design expertise. For professionals and educators alike, mastering theme colors saves significant time and ensures a polished, on-brand result every time.

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