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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
PowerPoint backgrounds are high-quality images you place behind your slide content to instantly theme a presentation for business, education, seasonal topics, and more.
Open Design → Format Background. Choose Picture or texture fill, click Insert to select your image, then choose Apply (current slide) or Apply to All for the whole deck. For default backgrounds on new slides, edit the Slide Master under View.
Yes. In Google Slides, go to Background → Choose image to set it for the current slide or theme. You can also insert the file as a regular image and position it behind content.
Backgrounds download as PNG or JPEG images in multiple sizes (including high-resolution).
Yes, browse a selection of free PowerPoint backgrounds with no sign-up required, or unlock the full library with a membership.
Absolutely. Apply any background to our professional templates to create a cohesive theme across your deck in minutes. Browes our PowerPoint templates to see all themes you could add a PowerPoint background to.
Use sufficient contrast (dark text on light areas or vice versa), add a semi-transparent overlay, and keep busy details away from titles and charts. Adjust image transparency in the Format Background pane if needed.
Yes. Members get unlimited downloads from the full background collection.
This image captures the essence of basketball and competition, focusing on a player's hand gripping a basketball. The background is slightly blurred, showcasing a vibrant basketball court filled with players and spectators, suggesting an energetic atmosphere. The warm tones of the sunset create a dynamic contrast with the cool colors of the court, emphasizing the intensity of the game. This visual representation evokes themes of teamwork, athleticism, and the competitive spirit inherent in sports.
Incorporating this background image into a presentation slide using our PowerPoint templates can enhance the visual appeal of your message. It creates a cohesive visual theme that resonates with topics related to sports and competition.
You can find many more PowerPoint backgrounds to help create a compelling visual narrative for your presentations, ensuring that your audience remains engaged and inspired.
basketball, sports, competition, teamwork, sunset, vibrant colors, athleticism, court, player, community
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