Quick summary
To type an equation in Google Slides, insert a text box and use the Insert > Special Characters menu to add math symbols like fractions, decimals, and operators. This method supports basic equations directly in Slides without any add-ons.
Steps
- Open your presentation in Google Slides.
- Go to the slide where you want to add the equation.
- In the main menu, click Insert, then select Text box.
- Start typing out the main parts of your equation.
- In the Insert menu again, click Special characters.
- Choose the specific category of symbol you need — most will be under Number, Symbol and Punctuations.
- Set the subcategory to decimals or fractions depending on your needs.
- Continue typing until your equation is completed — note this covers basic equations and symbols; use add-on tools for advanced math formulas.