How to Embed a Map in Google Slides

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May 5, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to insert a map image into your Google Slides presentation.

Quick summary

You can embed a map in Google Slides by inserting an image via URL — no third-party tools required. This method lets you add a map image directly to any slide in just a few clicks.

Steps

In the top menu, click Insert.
Hover over Image from the dropdown menu.
Select By URL and copy the image link from the map photo you want on the specific website.
Paste the image link and click Insert Image.
Your map is now added to your Google Slides presentation as an image.

📌 Why this matters

Embedding a map in Google Slides helps presenters visually communicate locations, routes, or geographic data without leaving the platform. Using the Insert Image by URL method, users can pull any publicly accessible map image directly into a slide in seconds. This approach requires no plugins or third-party integrations, making it a fast, accessible solution for teachers, marketers, and business professionals alike. Knowing how to add a map to Google Slides improves presentation clarity and keeps audiences visually engaged.

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