Make Objects Pop Up in Google Slides

How to Make Things Pop Up on Google Slides

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May 25, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to animate objects that appear on click in Google Slides.

Quick summary

This tutorial shows you how to make objects pop up in Google Slides using the built-in Animate feature and the Object Animations panel. By setting the animation type to Appear and the trigger to On click, any selected object will stay hidden until revealed during your presentation.

Steps

Open your presentation in Google Slides.
Select the object you want to pop up on your slide.
While the object is selected, click Animate to open the motion sidebar.
In the motion sidebar, under Object Animations, set the first drop-down to Appear and the second drop-down to On click.
Click Play to preview your animation.
Confirm the object is hidden when the preview starts and is not showing upon clicking the play button.
Verify the object pops up upon clicking during the presentation.

📌 Why this matters

Google Slides' built-in animation feature lets presenters reveal objects on demand using the Appear on-click trigger, keeping slides clean until the right moment. This technique is essential for educators, business presenters, and trainers who need to control the flow of information and boost audience engagement. Mastering object animations in Google Slides eliminates the need for third-party tools, making interactive presentations accessible to anyone. It is a high-impact, low-effort skill that transforms static slide decks into dynamic storytelling experiences.

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