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When you select a layout, the Presentation Builder The Presentation Builder lets you generate or edit AI text, add slides, adjust theme colors, and download your PowerPoint file (works in Google Slides). opens so you can customize the slide and download your PowerPoint file. Watch tutorial
Download the animated GIF from PresenterMedia. In PowerPoint, go to Insert → Pictures → This Device, and select your file. Resize and position it on your slide — it will animate automatically during the slideshow.
Yes. Upload the GIF to your Google Drive. In Google Slides, choose Insert → Image → Drive, then select your animation. It will animate automatically during presentation mode.
Yes. Our animations are available as GIF files, which are widely supported across many platforms. You can insert them into any software that supports animated GIFs, including Microsoft Word, Keynote, Canva, email builders, websites, and most social media platforms. Just download the animation as a GIF and insert it like any standard image.
Use PresenterMedia's animation customizer to change the REPEATS setting to 1 before downloading. This will make the GIF play only once during your presentation.
Animated GIFs are supported in most modern versions of PowerPoint, including PowerPoint 2016 and later. For best results, use in slideshow mode on desktop.
This PowerPoint animation may be included in our free PowerPoint animations section. We offer a limited selection of animations for free so you can try them and see if they fit your design workflow. Visit the PowerPoint animations page and find free animations marked with a green arrow in the top-right corner of each preview thumbnail.
This lively Santa Claus animation bursts with holiday energy as jolly old Saint Nick breaks through a wall, spreading laughter and Christmas cheer. With his fluffy white beard, bright red suit, and joyous expression, Santa captures the magic of the holiday season in motion. The crumbling wall adds a humorous, unexpected twist, symbolizing the excitement of Christmas breaking into our daily lives. This festive animation is perfect for spreading smiles in holiday presentations, marketing materials, and winter-themed slides that aim to capture the warmth and wonder of Christmas.
By adding this delightful animation to one of our PowerPoint templates, you can instantly infuse your presentation with the spirit of the season. The vivid motion and cheerful tone create a memorable visual story that draws in your audience. To find even more animated visuals for holiday slides, explore our PowerPoint Animations collection for festive, creative motion graphics that elevate your storytelling, or our Holiday & Seasonal Animations page for designs that bring presentations to life.
The Santa Claus Breaking Through Wall animation represents joy, excitement, and the delightful surprises that define the holiday season. As Santa bursts through the barrier, it symbolizes the arrival of celebration — a moment when magic overcomes the ordinary. This visual story connects with viewers on an emotional level, reminding them of the thrill and nostalgia of Christmas. It’s ideal for presenters who want to spark happiness, laughter, and a sense of wonder during their slides.
This animation reflects idioms such as “bursting with excitement” or “breaking through barriers.” Both expressions align perfectly with Santa’s joyful entrance and the festive theme of breaking through the monotony of everyday life with celebration. It can also serve as a metaphor for creativity, progress, and the unstoppable power of positivity — a great addition to any presentation that highlights growth or festive spirit.
Adding this animated Santa clip to a slide in one of our PowerPoint templates creates a unified, professional design that evokes joy and nostalgia. The combination of humor and festive detail makes it perfect for engaging diverse audiences — from corporate celebrations to classroom events.
To insert the animation into both PowerPoint and Google Slides, download the animation as a GIF file. In PowerPoint, click “Insert,” then “Pictures,” and choose the downloaded file. For Google Slides, click “Insert,” then “Image,” and upload the GIF. This simple process allows you to add animated gifs to PowerPoint or insert animations in Google Slides, giving your presentation motion, life, and a touch of Christmas magic.
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