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How to Copy a Video into Google Slides

Updated on:
May 5, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to embed a video directly into your Google Slides presentation.

Quick summary

Adding a video to Google Slides takes just a few clicks using the Insert menu. You can embed from YouTube, Google Drive, or a direct URL and then resize the video to fit your slide layout.


Steps

  1. Click "Insert" at the top menu bar to begin adding your video.
  2. Select "Video" from the dropdown menu.
  3. Choose your video source: YouTube, Google Drive, or paste a URL.
  4. Find your video and click it to select it.
  5. Click "Insert" to drop the video directly onto your slide.
  6. Drag the corners to resize or reposition the video until it looks perfect.

📌 Why this matters

Embedding video directly into Google Slides transforms static presentations into engaging, multimedia experiences — no external links or screen switching required. This feature supports YouTube, Google Drive, and direct URL sources, giving presenters maximum flexibility. Whether you're delivering a sales pitch, training session, or classroom lesson, inline video keeps your audience focused and your message on-brand. Mastering this built-in Google Slides capability helps teams create more polished, professional decks in minutes.
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